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I pre-orded Kris Carr's Crazy Sexy Kitchen book months before its release. Challenging as it is, I'm trying to eat like a Nutritarian; which essentially means being a low fat, low gluten vegan. I figured her book would give me a few gems to experiment with...and it didn't disappoint.

One of my newfound favorite snacks are her Cucumber Cups. You don't even need to follow her exact recipe to turn this into your own favorite standby. Essentially, you slice 1/2" cucumber rounds (I like to make them 1-2" thick myself), scoop out some of the seeds and fill with your preferred tapenade. Kris suggests a mix of Kalamata olives, red onion, garlic cloves, jalapeño, lemon zest, oregano, tarragon and olive oil. (Naturally, you'll need to do your due diligence to make sure your ingredients are gluten-free.) Read More...

{This is a guest post by Christine Shivecharan, an eco-conscious mom and dedicated vegetarian.}

Avocados are a perfect source for Vitamin E, B-Vitamins, and folic acid. They are also nutrient boosters, allowing the body to absorb fat-soluble nutrients when eaten with the fruit. When avocados are eaten with a diet rich in fruits and vegetables it may also help reduce the risk of chronic diseases and some types of cancers. Read More...