Sari, Author at Alive+Fit

July 22, 2021 Sari

Summer keto wrap

By Sari Huhtala

Years ago, after I realized I’d gone overboard when planting collard greens in my garden, I ended up using my surplus of collard leaves to make hummus and veggie wraps throughout the summer. The last couple of … [More...]

Holistic Nutrition & Prevention

July 22, 2021 Sari

Mycotoxins: the hidden cancer-causing fungus in corn, processed foods

By Sari Huhtala

If cancer prevention is on your radar, then eliminating corn from your diet ought to be at the top of your priority list, considering corn and corn-based products have the highest levels of fumonisins – a naturally-occurring … [More...]

Remedies

July 22, 2021 Sari

Wholesome, easy heart-healthy nut milk

By Sari Huhtala

A friend shared this idea with me, and it’s a keeper, and a whole lot cheaper than store-bought nut milk. Not to mention the fact it is void of any fillers. Turns out some almond milk brands … [More...]

Snacks and sundries

July 22, 2021 Sari

The go-to Italian salad dressing

By Sari Huhtala

At the checkout in the supermarket the other day, the young cashier shared she was in awe of her friend who makes her own food – she even makes her own salad dressing, she said, as though … [More...]

Vegan

June 23, 2021 Sari

Vegan omelette (with wildcrafted cattails)

By Sari Huhtala

This vegan omelette has become one of my outdoor campfire food favourites. And, if you’re into wildcrafting, adding a chopped cattail to the fold makes it that much more adventurous. No eggs, means no need for refrigeration … [More...]

Remedies

June 23, 2021 Sari

Nature’s medicine: Chamomile eases anxiety, study finds

By Sari Huhtala

Chamomile, often thought of as a sleepy-time tea, is more than just a pretty flower, it has been found to “significantly” reduce symptoms of anxiety, and may even alleviate depression, studies show.

A study in the Journal of … [More...]

Holistic Nutrition & Prevention

June 23, 2021 Sari

Daily dose of flax prevents cancer, study finds

By Sari Huhtala

The simple dietary measure of adding as little as half a tablespoon of flax seeds daily to your diet can slash your risk of developing breast cancer substantially, a study in the journal Cancer Causes and Control … [More...]

Remedies

June 23, 2021 Sari

Hum for heart, lung health

By Sari Huhtala

Sinus infection? Hum. At least that’s what the experts are saying. Humming to clear up an infection may sound like quackery, but researchers have found that the simple act of humming strongly at a low pitch actually … [More...]

Desserts

May 19, 2021 Sari

Vegan chocolate truffles

By Sari Huhtala

With only two ingredients, these melt-in-your-mouth delectables are perfect crowd pleasers. Whip them up as an elegant dessert for a dinner party in no time flat, or simply as an afternoon indulgence with a cup of java.… [More...]

Vegan

May 19, 2021 Sari

Quick and easy Pad Thai

By Sari Huhtala

I ordered pad Thai at an Asian restaurant last year, and I left wondering if I should pass my recipe onto the chef. I’ve tested this quick and easy pad Thai sauce on just about everyone I … [More...]