Mushrooms are amazing! However, for most of my life I have steered far away from them! The texture was always weird to me and if they happened to be in my food, I would diligently pick them out. My views have changed and so have…
When on a quest for healthy recipes, the internet can sometimes be both a friend and a foe. Just a quick google search for “plant-based” or “vegan recipes” comes back with millions of results. This can often be overwhelming, especially starting out. Searching more specific…
At the end of each year millions of Americans reflect and decide on a New Year’s Resolution. One of the most popular changes people aspire to is to improve their health. Gym memberships soar through the roof and people swamp the produce section of grocery…
Sweet potatoes are commonly known for being a health food but do most people know why. Like all yellow or orange vegetables (carrots are also an example), beta-carotene is present. The body then takes this and converts it in vitamin A (retinol), an essential vitamin,…
Did the title of this post peak your interest? One of the special ingredients in this recipe will probably come as a surprise. Especially if you’re from the South. One word. Kudzu (also called kuzu or kuzuko). Yes, it’s edible and even crazier news is…
So what the heck is a Buddha Bowl exactly? They’re also sometimes referred to as glory or hippie bowls. Perhaps you’ve seen one of these terms flying around social media from the health/vegan community. Or maybe you have absolutely no clue what I’m talking about,…
Yes, you read that right! PIZZA! Just because you want to lead a healthy lifestyle doesn’t mean you have to give up your favorite foods. Now it’s even better…you get to eat your favorite foods AND not feel guilty and bloated afterwards! Who wouldn’t want…
Welcome Hi and welcome! My name is Rebecca, the Refined Hippie. I’m so excited to have finally launched this website! I’ve talked about it for quite some time now after becoming enthralled with all things nutrition and wellness related. The term “refined hippie” has been…
I’ve always loved rice. As a kid I went through a white rice and butter phase; not the most nutritious that’s for sure. Seriously, I bet my mom was going nuts! While I certainly don’t recommend that, I do believe incorporating organic brown rice into…
