Cooler weather is on the horizon and so are warm nourishing soups. One of my go-to meals during the fall and winter season is coconut curry soup. My recipe has evolved into this easy-to-make, no-hassle dish that is quick to please everyone. Sometimes I serve…
Mac and cheese is an American favorite. Loved by children and adults alike. However, it’s pretty widely accepted that it isn’t the healthiest. Sigh. Full of gluten, cheese, and dairy, all of which are acid-forming and inflammatory. So what is one to do? Never have…
When I was growing up we had a big trampoline in our backyard. Countless hours of my childhood were spent leaping to the sky and driving our family dog, Mac, crazy! I’m still not sure if he was being protective or just wanted to get…
Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite foods. I could eat them everyday, which I basically do. This recipe is extremely simple and is perfect for lunch or serving at dinner. Enjoy! Chickpea Sweet Potato Salad Servings: 3-4 Ingredients: 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and…
Walnut Arugula Pesto Ingredients: 1 cup arugula 1/2 cup spinach 1/4 cup walnuts 2 small garlic cloves 1 tsp lemon juice 2-3 tbsp cold water 2 tbsp olive oil salt and pepper Directions: Add all ingredients to a Nutribullet, food processor, or blender. Blend well.…
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…
We are exposed to a magnitude of toxic chemicals each and every day. These are found simply by traveling to work and even more so in our own homes! The average person spends 90% of their day indoors so that means being in close quarters…
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…
Below is my go-to breakfast smoothie. It’s full of healthy fats, greens, and protein, giving you lots of energy and keeping you full all morning! Morning Green Smoothie Ingredients: 1 cup coconut water 1 ripe banana (or frozen) 1 cup spinach 1/2 apple 1 tbsp…
In Part I, My Health Journey, I talked about my health path. Here, I’d like to share in more detail some things that I focus on that have helped…. 1. STRESS – I never realized what a big factor this was until I had a…
