Although I recommend a mostly plant-based diet, I still feel the need for a little animal protein from time to time. My favourite source is fresh fish. This is a lightly tangy and delicious meal with a Thai curry flavor. It will have you going back for seconds! You can leave out the fish if you’re on a 14-day Herbal DETOX program and it will still taste great! Serves 4 people Ingredients: 6-8 cloves Garlic 1 x Large Onion 2 x Large Carrot 2 x Red Capsicum (Bell Pepper) 10-12 x Button Mushrooms 1 x Large head of Broccoli 100ml Authentic Thai Green curry paste 800ml Thick Coconut cream 500gm of Trevally, Lemon Fish (or other firm-fleshed fish) 1 Tsp each Cayenne Pepper and Turmeric Juice of 2 Limes Bunch of Corriander Method: Preparation Finely chop garlic, slice capsicum, wedge onion, and set aside in a bowl. Cut carrot into small 1/8 inch slices, and broccoli into small bite-size florets Chop mushrooms into quarters and set them aside Dice fish into 1-inch cubes and place in the fridge Cooking Set oven to 125 C Heat enough coconut oil in a wok to just cover half the fish cubes. Fry fish on medium heat for about 2-3 minutes until cooked. Do half at a time and set aside in warmer Rinse wok and add fresh oil. Stir fry garlic, onions for 2-3 minutes adding spices, then add carrot, broccoli, and 1/2 cup of water. Cover and steam for 2-3 minutes stirring a little Add mushrooms and capsicum and stir Pour in green curry and coconut cream Allow to simmer for 10 minutes Reintroduce the fish Add cilantro and Lime juice Serve Perfect for: Ultimate Herbal DETOX One Month and Two Programs Ultimate Herbal SLIM Program Ultimate BodiTune DETOX n SLIM Program
Brett’s Brain Bliss Balls
One thing that is affected by detoxing is your brain. Our brains get hooked on stimulants like sugar, caffeine, alcohol, nicotine, prescription drugs and other chemical additives used in foods and drinks. Not to mention the snack habits that can be hard to break during the detox or slimming program. This recipe provides a treat or snack during your Herbal BodiTune 30 day detox or Herbal Slim program. It’s sugar-free and high in nutrition, good fats, protein, and antioxidants. Blueberries, cacao, and walnuts all have specific nutritional benefits for the brain. See below. Ingredients: 12 Dates 1 cup of walnuts 1/2 cup shredded coconut 1/3 cup coconut oil 1/3 cup raw cacao powder 2 Tablespoons of blueberries 1 Tablespoon of chia seeds 1 Tsp vanilla essence Method: Soak the dates in water for 1 hour until soft. Soak the Chia seeds in just enough water to cover them, so they thicken into a semi-solid jelly. Place the walnuts in the blender and process until a fine meal. Add everything else and process until a little pasty. Place mixture into a bowl and spoon out onto some coconut to roll into balls. Place into the fridge and allow to solidify for 1 hour before eating. Perfect for: Herbal one-month DETOX program Herbal SLIM program Herbal BodiTune DETOX n’ SLIM program Brain benefits of Blueberries The findings of one study suggest that moderate-term blueberry supplementation can confer neurocognitive benefit and establish a basis for more comprehensive human trials to study preventive potential and neuronal mechanisms. PubMed Brain benefits of Walnuts English walnuts are rich in numerous phytochemicals, including high amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acids, and offer potential benefits to brain health. Polyphenolic compounds found in walnuts not only reduce the oxidant and inflammatory load on brain cells but also improve inter-neuronal signaling. PUBMED Evidence suggests that the integration of walnuts into a healthy diet could be an effective means of prolonging health spans, slowing the processes of brain aging, and reducing the risk of chronic neurodegenerative disease. Journal of Nutrition Brain benefits of Cacao One study showed consumption of cocoa flavanol improved regional cerebral perfusion in older adults. This provided evidence for a possible acute mechanism by which cocoa flavanols are associated with benefits for cognitive performance. See more
Lime, Coconut & Avocado whip
Chia seeds and avocado make up this filling and delicious dessert. Pop a fresh strawberry on top to make it a celebration! Great for during your detox or slimming program and it only takes a few minutes. Serves 3 people Ingredients: 1 large avocado 1 Lime 1 Dessertspoon of Chia Seeds 1 can of coconut cream or 500ml of Coconut Yogurt 1 tsp of stevia or 3 stevia tablets 1 Dessertspoon of honey 12 cubes of ice Method: Soak Chia Seeds in 100ml of water for 20 minutes or until thick. Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and whip until smooth and thick. Serve with a sprig of spearmint or chopped mint leaves. Or grate a bit of dark organic cacao onto the top!) Find out more about Chia seeds Inspired by Vicki Keast who has been experimenting with desserts! Perfect for: Herbal DETOX program Herbal SLIM program Herbal BodiTune DETOX n’ SLIM program Chia Seed Information A very popular superfood now widely available in supermarkets and natural health stores. This little seed packs a punch so if you would like to learn more then click here to read my Chia Seed Monograph.
Cauliflower Curry
A wonderfully warm and filling curry which is perfect for your Herbal DETOX or Herbal SLIM program. You can spice it up as much as you wish! Serves 2 – 4 people Ingredients: 1 x head of cauliflower chopped into small florets Curry Paste: 1 x diced onion 8 x cloves garlic finely chopped 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp coriander seeds 1/2 tsp black mustard seeds 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp curry powder Mince together in mortar and pestle (or food processor) until a paste forms Method: Heat oil in a covered roasting dish. Rub curry paste into the florets of cauliflower by hand (a little messy) and place into pan with an extra drizzle of oil. Bake in the oven at 200o C until cauliflower starts to brown, about 30 minutes. Grill on high for a further 10 minutes to slightly char the top. I like it served with roasted pumpkin. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM program Herbal BodiTune DETOX ‘n SLIM program
Chocolate Pineapple Yogurt
Try my latest favorite dessert – Chocolate Pineapple Yogurt! We ate it quite a lot during our last Ultimate Herbal DETOX. It’s so fast and easy you won’t believe it. It takes about 5 minutes maximum! Ingredients: (per serving) 2 cups of plain unsweetened yogurt 2 tsp of Raw Cacao powder 1 inch thick ring of pineapple 1 tsp Cinnamon Small handful of raisins 1 tsp of stevia powder Method: Put the yogurt into your dessert bowl and add the Cacao powder and crushed stevia powder (or drops). Stir with a whisk until smooth. Cut the pineapple into small bite size wedges and drop onto the yogurt. Sprinkle with Raisins and dust with the cinnamon. I like about 6 dates with mine. Mmmmm super delicious. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX program Herbal SLIM program Herbal DETOX n’ SLIM program
Spinach & Sweet Potato Salsa
Nothing is healthier than an all vegetable meal full of greens, antioxidants, and warming herbs. This is another simple 30-minute meal that uses Sweet Potato once again. Delicious and filling with a warm Chili flavor. Serves 2 people Ingredients: 2 large carrots 2 medium (or 1 large) sweet potato (Kumara) Large Handful of spinach leaves Cut sweet potato and carrots into wedges and pan fry or roast until cooked. While these are cooking prepare the salsa as below. Once the root vegetables are cooked, serve on a bed of fresh spinach leaves and cover with salsa. You can add a little feta if you’re on a one-month plan. Salsa: A swirl of olive oil in a pan 1/2 red capsicum 1 onion 6 cloves garlic 3 x pureed tomatoes (or a 400g can) See Brett’s Tomato Base Recipe Here 50ml of tomato sauce or tomato paste (use my tomato base recipe) 1 tsp mixed herbs 1 tsp turmeric 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (or 6 chopped fresh chilies) Dash of soy sauce 1 Tablespoon of honey Stir-fry Garlic, onions until soft then mix in herbs and spices. Add capsicum, soy sauce, tomato paste, honey, and puree. Mix until thick and hot. Spinach Superfood It is well known that spinach is a superfood because of its very high levels of many nutrients. The cartoon character Popeye was seen to get big muscles whenever he ate spinach! A recent study has shown that Nitrates may, in fact, increase muscle strength. (1) This explains the mechanism behind the theory, so if you want to hit the gym during your health program eat more spinach. Perfect for: Ultimate Herbal DETOX Program Ultimate Herbal SLIM Program Ultimate BodiTune DETOX n SLIM Program References: (1) The Journal of Physiology, Dietary nitrate increases tetanic [Ca2+]i and contractile force in mouse fast-twitch muscle http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1113/jphysiol.2012.232777/full
Cream chicken, corn & mushroom soup
This soup is lovely and creamy with a rich mushroom and corn flavour, using a whole-cooked chicken and fresh or frozen corn. A great winter warmer and extra filling when following the 30-day Ultimate Herbal Detox or Ultimate Herbal Slim program. Serves 4-6 people See the Video Below. Ingredients: 1 x Pulled Roast Chicken 16 Small (or 8 large) Button Mushrooms 1 cup of Dahl (red or yellow) 2 cobs fresh or 500g of frozen Corn Kernels 1 x White Onion 6 x Cloves Garlic 800ml Fresh Cream (or coconut cream) 50gm Butter 4 Tbsp Olive oil 4 tsp Mixed Herbs 2 tsp Turmeric 2 tsp Paprika 2 tsp Curry Powder Boil 1 part Dahl in 2 parts water slowly and while this is cooking start pulling the chicken. Chop the mushrooms, onions, and garlic. In a large saucepan heat some olive oil adding the onions and garlic. After 2 minutes stir in the turmeric, paprika, and curry powder. Clear a space to melt the butter and add the mushrooms and mixed herbs mix until the mushrooms are evenly coated with the spices. Add chicken, dahl, and coconut cream. Heat until just boiling and then allow to simmer for 5 minutes before eating. This soup is high in protein and is suitable for the following programs. 30 Day Ultimate Herbal DETOX program Ultimate Herbal SLIM program (any plan) Boditune (Detox ‘n Slim) program Health tip:Dahl is a type of pulse that has many nutritional values. The health benefits of Dahl in general are that they are very rich in proteins. As many Indians are vegetarians, these different types of pulses provide them with a main source of vegan proteins. 30g of raw dal gives 7g of protein. Dahl also has resistant starch which acts like fiber in the body and helps control blood sugar levels, clears bowels, and aids in weight loss. https://youtu.be/v8dGdhey3Rc
How to Make the Worlds Best Orange Juice for FREE
Brett makes 1 litre of the worlds best orange using the amazing Ladyship high speed juice extractor/blender. This blender is what Brett recommends to use during the Ultimate Herbal DETOX and Herbal SLIM programs. The whole orange is used including the skin. This means you receive the full benefit of the skins antioxidants and vitamin C. Ingredients: 1 Orange 1 stevia tablet Ice cubes Water Method: Chop orange into blender, then add ice stevia and water. Blend until smoothie. Orange Skin Fact. The major phenolic compounds present in the orange include hydroxycinnamic acids (HCA) and flavonoids, among which flavanones are the most prevalent. Citrus flavonoids, especially hesperidin, have a wide range of therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory, antihypertensive, diuretic, analgesic, and hypolipidemic activities. The concentrations of antioxidant components vary among the different parts of the orange; therefore, the antioxidant activity of orange parts may also vary. In general, the peel of the fruit contains a higher concentration of antioxidant substances than the flesh of the fruit. Reference: Antioxidant Activity of Orange Flesh and Peel Extracted with Various Solvents. PubMed
Corn & Mushroom Protein Salad
Here’s a simple summer salad to try during your Herbal DETOX or Herbal SLIM program. It is very satisfying with the corn and mushrooms for protein. Serves 2 people Ingredients: 1 x Capsicum 1 x Cob of corn 1 x Avocado 2 x Tomato 1/3 Telegraph cucumber 250 gm of Mushrooms 12 cloves of garlic A small handful of mint or basil Method: Slice mushrooms and capsicum and shave kernels off the corn cob. Peel garlic cloves and leave whole. Heat olive oil in a pan and throw in mushrooms and capsicum together. Fry for 3-4 minutes then add the garlic and corn kernels. Stir fry until a little browned and cooked to your preference. Place stir-fry into large bowls and add sliced avocado, cucumber, tomato and combine. Sprinkle with basil and mint and serve. You are now ready to serve. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX program Herbal SLIM program Herbal BodiTune DETOX ‘n SLIM program Protein Content: One 100gm cob of corn supplies 9gm of protein which is about 18% of daily requirements. 250gm of Mushrooms supplies about 8gm of protein or 15% of daily needs. That means this recipe will give you 33% of daily protein if you can eat it all.
Barbecued Vegetables
Maybe it’s time to try a vegetarian Barbecue? When it’s the Beer and Barbecue silly season, you don’t have to be a sausage and bread person just because everybody else might be gulping them down. You might want to come out of your holidays feeling all light and bright and ready to face the year ahead. You might want to be wise and choose healthy barbecue ingredients so you can continue your DETOX or SLIM program. There is a lot of great foods you can throw on the BBQ during the holiday season. Grilled Try slicing Capsicums in half and char-grilling. Rub a little coconut oil into cobs of corn and grill until lightly browned You can wrap small sweet potato or carrots in foil and grill until soft On the plate Try slicing cauliflower or broccoli into thick steaks, rub with herbs and oil and fry until just crunchy Whole flat mushrooms are great with a little coconut oil rubbed in You can do the same with Zucchini or eggplant The old favorite fried onion, leave it crunchy and add lots of chunky garlic Another favorite, vegetable Kebabs. You can skewer almost any vegetable and roast it over the BBQ grill. Here are some of my top choices: Mushrooms, red and white onion, capsicum (all colours), zucchini, tofu, fish, eggplant, cherry tomato, kumara (sweet potato), carrot, olives. Simply skewer a collection of your top choices and coat with olive oil, turn until cooked and slightly charred. Delicious! Delicious with a fresh salad, tomatoes, avocado and spicy salad dressing