Naturologie

12/27/2025

This no-bake, dairy-free recipe combines a delicious walnut and date crust with a creamy chocolate top layer. Enjoy!

This recipe has been adapted from thatcleanlife.com.

NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE WALNUT BARS

1 c. walnuts
1 c. pitted dates, soaked and drained
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1/2 c. raw cashews, soaked and drained
1 c. canned coconut milk
2 T. cacao powder
2 T. maple syrup
1 t. vanilla extract
1/8 t. sea salt

Prep Work:
Place the dates in a small bowl and cover with water. Set aside for an hour.

Place the cashews in a separate small bowl and cover with water. Set aside for an hour.

Line a small pan with parchment paper (we used an 8”round pan).

Make the Crust:
Drain the dates and add to food processor. Add the walnuts and pulse to blend into a crumbly mixture. Using wet hands to prevent sticking, press this mixture into the parchment lined pan. Place into freezer while making the chocolate top layer.

Make the Chocolate Top Layer:
Drain the cashews and add to blender. Add the coconut milk, cacao power, maple syrup, vanilla, and sea salt. Blend until smooth.

Put it All Together:
Get the crust out of the freezer and pour the chocolate mixture on the top. Smooth out if needed. Freeze for at least two hours.

For Serving:
Let the bars thaw for a few minutes before cutting. Garnish with chopped walnuts and chocolate shavings if desired. Eat while still cold, and store leftovers in the freezer.

12/24/2025

A strong, well-functioning immune system is crucial for maintaining good health. We often notice that during certain times of the year, seasonal changes bring a wave of contagious illnesses or allergies that make the immune system more vulnerable than usual. Since prevention is always better than cure, it makes sense to strengthen the immune system to protect against attacks, from the common cold to more serious diseases.

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12/20/2025

Saturated fats have received a bad reputation. Recent studies challenge the traditional advice to avoid saturated fat, and it's evident that saturated fats are not as unhealthy as we once thought.

Not all saturated fats affect your health equally—it depends on the source and what you eat it with. Many foods high in saturated fat, such as grass-fed dairy, coconut, grass-fed beef, and lamb, can be part of a healthy whole-food diet. However, consuming saturated fat-rich processed foods (e.g., fried foods, sweets, fast food, etc.) can have negative health effects and should be limited.

Many benefits for heart health are associated with unsaturated fats, and replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats where possible is generally recommended to optimize these health advantages.

12/17/2025

A good way to reduce reliance on “comfort foods” and to minimize impulse purchases is to plan, plan, plan! Mix things up and look for new recipes that are both tasty and balanced.

Having a grocery list (along with not going while hungry!) is essential for shopping trips. We all know what happens when we go into a store feeling hungry and without a plan for what to buy.

12/13/2025

Natural trans fat, a type of unsaturated fat, naturally occurs in small amounts in beef, lamb, and dairy products. Natural trans fats do not appear harmful to your health when eaten in moderation.

Artificial trans fat (partially hydrogenated oil) is a different matter. The FDA banned the use of partially hydrogenated oil in 2018 (effective in 2020) due to its negative impact on heart health, blood lipids, and inflammation levels.

While food manufacturers now use fully hydrogenated oils, trans fats may still be present in some vegetable oils due to the high heat required during manufacturing. Also, when vegetable oils are heated and re-heated, the trans fat levels in the oil increase and, thus, in the fried foods you eat. This presence of trans fats is one of the reasons why eating fried foods can be so bad for your health.

12/10/2025

Healthy eating becomes easier when unhealthy food is not nearby.

Read labels and eliminate foods that are heavily processed, contain added sugars, preservatives, additives, or unhealthy fats. Take unopened food to your local food bank.

12/05/2025

Do you know the differences between soluble and insoluble fiber?

Soluble fiber sources include:
✔ Oats
✔ Beans/lentils
✔ Barley
✔ Eggplant
✔ Okra
✔ Apples, pears
✔ Avocados
✔ Berries
✔ Sweet potatoes
✔ Flaxseeds

Insoluble fiber sources include:
✔ Oat and wheat bran
✔ Legumes
✔ Whole grains
✔ Seeds & nuts
✔ Fruit with skin on
✔ Berries with seeds
✔ Cruciferous vegetables
✔ Green peas
✔ Cooked prunes

Both types of dietary fiber are vital for good digestion. Make sure to eat a variety of foods so you can enjoy all the health benefits fiber offers!

12/02/2025

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Containing 5 g creatine monohydrate per serving, Naturologie’s Creatine provides support for:
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✔ Lean muscle mass
✔ Strength and endurance
✔ Muscle recovery
✔ Cognitive function

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11/28/2025

This bright, citrusy spiralized beet salad makes a lovely addition to any meal. Choose milder beets, like golden or white varieties, for this dish. (We prefer Badger Flame beets because they are sweet, mild, and lack the traditional earthy beet flavor.) Bon appétit!

The citrus vinaigrette in this recipe is adapted from The Well Plated Cookbook by Erin Clarke.

𝗕𝗘𝗘𝗧 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗗 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗦 𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗜𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗬-𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘 𝗚𝗟𝗔𝗭𝗘𝗗 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗡𝗨𝗧𝗦

1 lb mild-tasting beets (such as golden, white, or Badger Flame beets)

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀 𝗩𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲
1/4 c. orange juice
3 T. olive oil or avocado oil
1 t. honey
1/2 t. kosher salt
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𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆-𝗢𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗻𝘂𝘁𝘀
1/4 c. raw, coarsely chopped walnuts
1 t. orange juice
1 t. honey

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝘁𝘀: Wash and peel the beets. Spiralize or julienne the beets, then place them in a medium bowl. Refrigerate until you are ready to assemble the salad.

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲: Combine the orange juice, oil, honey, and kosher salt in a small bowl, whisking until well combined. (You can also shake the contents together in a jar, or blend using an immersion blender.) Refrigerate until ready to use.

𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗻𝘂𝘁𝘀: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Mix the raw walnuts, orange juice, and honey together in a small bowl until combined. Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 10 minutes. Let cool.

𝗣𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿: Toss the spiralized beets with the vinaigrette and top with the glazed walnuts. Serve promptly. This salad tastes great on its own or as a fresh addition to your favorite mixed-greens salad.

11/25/2025

11/21/2025

When reading labels, be sure to check the serving size, look for hidden sugars, preservatives, and additives, and note any poor-quality fats.

Food manufacturers attract customers with the frequent use of healthy-sounding catchphrases. Just because a product is labeled as “organic”, “natural”, or “vegan” doesn’t mean that it is healthy.

Reading food labels and being cautious of marketing claims is an excellent way to shop defensively and maintain healthy eating habits.

11/18/2025

Stress can significantly impact your health and is often a root cause of many chronic health issues. While some daily stress is unavoidable, developing healthy coping strategies and reducing the systemic effects of stress on your body can help protect your long-term health.

Physical and emotional stress can trigger a “fight or flight” response in the body and cause complex reactions in our nervous and hormonal systems. This chain of signals explains why emotional stress can result in many physical symptoms and affect your health in different ways.

Do you know how stress can affect your health?