#2: The Optimal Cleanse from East West Essentials. The "American Idol" judge said, "My nutritionist loves this, she was like, 'I can't believe you mentioned the Optimal Cleanse!' It's a really good cleanse. This is something that actually cleans out your intestines and everything that builds up, you feel much lighter and, of course, you do drop a few pounds. You can do it for 10 days, but I do it for five days when I feel like I need a break from eating bad."

http://www.extratv.com/2011/05/13/jennifer-lopezs-three-biggest-fitness-secrets/

]]> Wed, 19 Sep 2012 18:12:15 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/debi-miller-real-people-testimonial/ I have been trying to feel good and lose weight since my son was born 10 years ago. Being the mother of three, having one child with special needs, working and running my household I found myself exhausted, my cholesterol was through the roof and I had gained what felt like a “ton” of weight. The thought of another diet program seemed absolutely overwhelming. I was too exhausted to make it through the day let alone implement another change into my lifestyle. Typically dieting meant starvation, exhaustion and lack of results. Let me tell you the program EWE developed for me was life changing, energy inducing, easy, and gave me profound results... I LOST 14 LBS IN 14 DAYS got off my cholesterol medication, and had more energy than I knew what to do with! I have since repeated the plan and lost a ton of more weight. My entire family loves the recipes and Haylie’s 5 minute meals have been a gift in my busy day. I can’t believe it is really me when I look in the mirror. My body looks hot and my metabolism is on fire. Thank you East West Essentials! If I can do it anyone can!
Debi Miller, Rancho Cucamonga, CA

]]> Tue, 18 Sep 2012 18:19:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/jennifer-lopez-testimonial/ "Several times a year, she'll do The Five-Day Optimal Cleanse when she wants to look good for a special occasion."
Jennifer Lopez in PEOPLE Magazine as this year's "Most Beautiful Woman in the World"

]]> Mon, 17 Sep 2012 21:31:59 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/tami-smail-real-people-testimonial/ I did my first Optimal Cleanse one year ago and I am currently on my third round. I workout five days a week at the gym doing weight training and cardio. When I completed my first cleanse I was absolutely amazed at how great I felt. Physically, I leaned down and toned up in 10 days and had BODYBUILDERS asking me how I did it. Mentally, I have never felt better in my life. With these amazing results I have been a true believer in all of Eastwestessentials.com products. I have implemented the Omega 3 Fatty Acids and the Stress Blend supplements into my diet. I swear by these products and the health benefits they offer me. Thank you so much Heather and Haylie for turning me onto this healthy lifestyle!!!
Tami Smail, Dana Point, CA

]]> Mon, 17 Sep 2012 18:20:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/seann-william-scott-testmonial/ Since I was about six years old, I've always been a person who has taken physical fitness, and eating well very seriously. As I've gotten a bit older, my training regime has become more intense as has my awareness of eating well. I've tried many different kinds of supplements, diets, etc, but one day a close friend turned me onto the most incredibly life changing product called The Optimal Cleanse from East West Essentials. Excitedly, yet still a bit of a cynic, I tried the products. I ended up feeling healthier both physically and mentally than I ever had before. The results were truly incredible. I slept better. I felt better. My body was naturally leaner, and with all of those wonderful results, my mental health was stronger than it ever had been before. I actually ended up walking taller due to the confidence I felt with the results of using this product. Obviously, I strongly recommend it!!!!! Enjoy!
Seann William Scott, Actor “American Pie”, “Role Models”, “Ice Age”

]]> Sun, 16 Sep 2012 21:41:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/edyta-sliwinska-testimonial/ I have been a dancer all my life, and it is important to keep my body at its best. Using East West Essentials' Optimal Cleanse along with Haylie's nutritional guidance has made changes and improvements that I never thought were possible. It was some of the best preparation I could do for the new season of 'Dancing With The Stars.'
Edyta Sliwinska, Professional Dancer, "Dancing with the Stars"

]]> Sat, 15 Sep 2012 21:44:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/ashley-hamilton-testimonial/ To say that working with Haylie Pomroy and using the East West Essentials Optimal Cleanse was life changing would be an understatement. My body feels amazing, inside and out. I have an entirely new and improved relationship with food and nutrition that will benefit me for years to come.
Ashley Hamilton, Actor "Dancing with the Stars", “Beethoven’s 2nd”

]]> Fri, 14 Sep 2012 21:49:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/carly-craig-testimonial/ I've done the Optimal Cleanse numerous times and can't express enough how life changing this product is. I noticed huge changes in my energy level, my skin and mental clarity. I also use East West Essentials Fatty Acids and Optimal Prenatals and have never felt better! And let me add that Haylie has completely changed my life. She's taught me about the right foods for me to eat to help keep my metabolism strong and my body at it's best. I feel and look better than I ever have and really enjoy the foods that I eat. She is truly talented at what she does and I can't thank her enough.
Carly Craig, Actress "The Three Stooges", "Hall Pass", "Role Models"

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]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 23:26:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/new-beauty-magazine-news/ ]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 23:26:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/charlene-amoia-testimonial/ Doing the Optimal Cleanse and working with Haylie has changed my life. I walked into her office feeling physically exhausted and mentally drained. After detoxing with the cleanse and making a few simple lifestyle changes, I now wake up earlier and have sustained energy levels throughout my day. I am in complete awe on how great I feel with such little effort!
Charlene Amoia, Actress "How I Met Your Mother", "Glee", “NCIS: Los Angeles”, “Days of Our Lives”

]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 21:55:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/kristin-carey-testimonial/ East West Essentials' Optimal Cleanse changed my life. I was feeling sluggish and this constant bloat around my stomach. As an Actress, this is not a good combination. So I decided to try the Optimal Cleanse to get ready for a shoot. It was amazing and so easy to stick with. I have more energy, dropped the bloat as well as some weight, and my skin just glows. I really feel it detoxified my system and set me on the path to better health. It is now part of my daily routine and I highly recommend it!
Kristin Carey, Actress "Hall Pass"

]]> Tue, 11 Sep 2012 21:46:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/corri-english-testimonial/ Haylie is fantastic! After working with her and her East West Essentials programs for just a short time, I feel healthier and more energized than ever! She has me eating in a way that keeps my metabolism up and my appetite 100% satisfied. I even cut out caffeine (something I never thought I could do) and I don't even miss it. Beyond that, she has helped me with health issues even my doctors were stumped on. She is great at what she does and I feel very lucky to be working with her!
Corri English, Actress/Singer “ Holliston”, “ Brokedown Cadillac”

]]> Mon, 10 Sep 2012 22:08:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/monica-young-testimonial/ This cleanse is amazing and will change your life! I was never a big fan of cleanses because I always thought it meant starving yourself. However, after hearing about the Optimal Cleanse from a friend, I tried it and was blown away!! I didn't crave the same foods I was always trying to stay away from. I felt better, looked better and had more energy. What more can I say? It's amazing!
Monica Young, Actress "Community", "Ghost Whisperer", “Two and a Half Men”, "Criminal Minds", "Days of Our Lives"

]]> Sun, 09 Sep 2012 21:59:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/jonathan-dane-testimonial/ Before being introduced to the optimal cleanse, I had been sluggish and unmotivated. After completing the cleanse, not only did I have my energy restored, but I feel healthier and more vibrant. I have been more motivated and it jump started a lifestyle changes rather than returning back to my previous habits. I owe a lot to Haylie and Heather for all they have done for me.
Jonathan Dane, Actor “Secret Diary of an American Cheerleader”, “Grey’s Anatomy”

]]> Sat, 08 Sep 2012 22:02:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/mateo-messina/ As a composer, I need to keep my head clear and my energy up. A friend introduced me to The Optimal Cleanse and I was blown away by how great I felt. I actually kept up a lot of the good eating habits I learned while on it. I highly recommend The Optimal Cleanse!
Mateo Messina, Grammy winning composer "Juno", "Butter"

]]> Fri, 07 Sep 2012 17:41:30 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/scott-munroe-testimonial/ I've been a professional athlete and coach for 25 years. At 50 years old, I'm going back to competing and doing television and making videos. The problem was 30 pounds overweight and had no energy. To make matters worse, I've coached many of my students to lose weight and get more energy. Nothing worked for me until I worked with East West Essentials. Using their doctors and having a guided scientific approach, I've lost 20 pounds of fat this year. I feel better than ever. Their products are the best I've ever used. All of my clients will love this. I highly recommend East West Essentials to anyone that is serious about their health. Thank you East West.
Scott Munroe, Professional Golfer, Boca Raton, FL

]]> Thu, 06 Sep 2012 20:10:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/martin-lippens-testimonial/ As a former professional soccer player and coach, it's important to stay healthy and in shape. The products from East West Essentials allow me to do just that, no matter how hectic and busy my days are. A protein shake in the morning keeps me full for hours without feeling too heavy in my stomach. The protein bars are a great energizing snack in between my soccer lessons. Thank you Heather and Haylie for introducing me to these great products.
Martin Lippens, Professional Soccer Coach

]]> Wed, 05 Sep 2012 22:10:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/dr-ohadi-testimonial/ Dr. Ohadi, Family Practice, Burbank, CA

]]> Tue, 04 Sep 2012 19:55:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/dr-david-ahdoot-testimonial/ Dr. David Ahdoot, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., Burbank, CA

]]> Mon, 03 Sep 2012 20:02:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/premiere-medical-staff-physicians-testimonial/ Premiere Medical Staff and Physicians, Burbank, CA

]]> Sun, 02 Sep 2012 19:58:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/jamie-brown-poole-testimonial/ As a Holistic Nutritionist, I am passionate to provide an outstanding approach to holistic nutritional health and beauty, which brought me to the Optimal Cleanse by East West Essentials. I, of course have read the great reviews from celebrities about this amazing product. I am one that must experience any new products before recommending them to my clients. I was absolutely amazed at the ease of this program!! I felt the effects of the detox within the first 24 hours, following that, it was an amazing adventure. My appetite was completely satisfied, I added Stevia Vanilla Crème flavoring to the shakes and the meal plan was easy to follow. On day 4, which was my second day without food, I actually cleaned my whole house!! I have more energy than I know what to do with, I am blown away by how I feel, and will highly recommend this product to my clients. I actually can’t say enough about this absolutely amazing product!!! I highly recommend it!!
Jamie Brown Poole, OHP/NCP, Willow Creek Nutritional Consulting, Canada

]]> Sun, 02 Sep 2012 08:55:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/deputy-von-muse-testimonial/ Before I was introduced to your products I weighed 217lbs. I was lethargic and suddenly beginning to notice my age. I first started with the optimal cleanse and lost 14 lbs in 10 days! I then began to use the optimal male, the fatty acid and the male energy tablets on a daily basis. I quickly had enough energy to work out and I started to add your protein powder and fruit pre workout and had a ton of stamina. I just did the ten day optimal cleanse again and hit my target weight of 185 by day six. My metabolism is on fire and I consume about twice the amount of food daily that I was when I weighed 217. Even the guys at my department are commenting on how great I look. "Hey you've gotta take the compliments where you can get them." Anyways thank you EWE! I am lighter, healthier and happier than I have ever been.
Deputy Von Muse, Orange County Sherrifs Department

]]> Sat, 01 Sep 2012 21:21:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/tami-smail-testimonial/ I did my first Optimal Cleanse one year ago and I am currently on my third round. I workout five days a week at the gym doing weight training and cardio. When I completed my first cleanse I was absolutely amazed at how great I felt. Physically, I leaned down and toned up in 10 days and had BODYBUILDERS asking me how I did it. Mentally, I have never felt better in my life. With these amazing results I have been a true believer in all of Eastwestessentials.com products. I have implemented the Omega 3 Fatty Acids and the Stress Blend supplements into my diet. I swear by these products and the health benefits they offer me. Thank you so much Heather and Haylie for turning me onto this healthy lifestyle!!!
Tami Smail, Dana Point, CA

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]]> Thu, 30 Aug 2012 23:26:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/marie-claire-magazine-news/

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http://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/health-wellness-articles/how-to-lose-last-5-pounds-0212?src=soc_fcbk#slide-1 ]]> Thu, 30 Aug 2012 23:12:03 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/debi-miller-testimonial/ I have been trying to feel good and lose weight since my son was born 10 years ago. Being the mother of three, having one child with special needs, working and running my household I found myself exhausted, my cholesterol was through the roof and I had gained what felt like a “ton” of weight. The thought of another diet program seemed absolutely overwhelming. I was too exhausted to make it through the day let alone implement another change into my lifestyle. Typically dieting meant starvation, exhaustion and lack of results. Let me tell you the program EWE developed for me was life changing, energy inducing, easy, and gave me profound results... I LOST 14 LBS IN 14 DAYS got off my cholesterol medication, and had more energy than I knew what to do with! I have since repeated the plan and lost a ton of more weight. My entire family loves the recipes and Haylie’s 5 minute meals have been a gift in my busy day. I can’t believe it is really me when I look in the mirror. My body looks hot and my metabolism is on fire. Thank you East West Essentials! If I can do it anyone can!
Debi Miller, Rancho Cucamonga, CA

]]> Thu, 30 Aug 2012 22:32:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/andy-salamone-testomonial/ The Optimal Cleanse is one the best detox programs on the market. I ate more on this cleanse than I normally eat and lost 12 pounds in the process. It gave me the energy I've been seeking without all the chemically filled caffeine products.
Andy Salamone, Hollywood, CA

]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2012 22:49:19 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/chicken-quinoa-cleanse/ Yield: 6-8 servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup organic quinoa (prepared with chicken stock)
• 2 cups organic chicken broth
• 1 1/2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breast tenders
• 4 tbs. olive oil
• 1 small onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 red bell pepper (seeded and thinly sliced)
• 1 yellow bell pepper (seeded and thinly sliced)
• 5 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
• 20 leaves fresh sweet basil (julienne)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cut chicken into one-inch pieces
2. Heat large nonstick skillet over high heat and add the oil
3. Add chicken and sauté for 5 minutes or until golden brown
4. Add onions, bell peppers; sauté for one or two more minutes
5. Add garlic and sauté until peppers become slightly limp, but still bright for about one to two minutes
6. Season with salt and pepper
7. Remove the pan from heat
8. Add basil and quinoa
9. Toss until basil wilts

Ingredients

• 1 diced green apple
• 2 cups chopped romaine
• 2 cups total: chopped celery, radishes, cucumbers and onions
• 3 1/2 oz. cooked organic chicken (chilled)
• 2 tbsp. hummus dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2012 11:52:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/tara-kitami-testimonial/ I first tried Optimal Cleanse back in Dec. 09'. My friend informed me about the program and I was ordering the next day. I found the menu to be easy to follow and my cravings were minimal to none. The shakes are pretty tasty, especially when you add cinnamon. I felt amazing and could think clearly. To top it all of I lost a little over 10 pounds! I am now hooked and have done the cleanse once since then and am currently doing it now for a third time. I finally found a program that works and I am sticking to it!
Tara Kitami, San Francisco, CA ]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:58:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/tina-testimonial/ I discovered the Optimal Cleanse about 3 years ago when I saw it on Extra and I absolutely love it. It is definitely the best cleansing product I have ever used. One of the reasons why I like this cleanse so much is because you get to eat healthy whole foods, and a variety of them! So many other cleanses eliminate too many foods or do not allow you to eat any whole foods at all. Also, I love it because my body feels great, my skin, hair and nails look better and even my mental clarity is improved. My favorite time of year to cleanse is spring. It is like spring cleaning for my body. It is a great time of year to renew my mind, body, and spirit and get everything functioning at its optimal level.
Tina Omaha, NE ]]> Mon, 27 Aug 2012 21:02:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/jenn-testimonial/ Jenn, San Deigo, CA

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]]> Sun, 26 Aug 2012 23:26:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/melanie-parish-testimonial/ Melanie Parish, Canada - Business Coach and Consultant

]]> Sun, 26 Aug 2012 18:31:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/10-lbs-10-days-extra-news/ Hollywood is going crazy for new weight loss trend, Optimal Cleanse, a program that helps you lose weight - and stay healthy! Renowned nutritionist and "Extra" Lifechanger Haylie Pomroy is revealing how you can drop ten pounds in ten days -- just like the stars.

Ingredients

• 1 cup organic quinoa (prepared with chicken stock)
• 2 cups organic chicken broth
• 1 1/2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breast tenders
• 4 tbs. olive oil
• 1 small onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 red bell pepper (seeded and thinly sliced)
• 1 yellow bell pepper (seeded and thinly sliced)
• 5 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
• 20 leaves fresh sweet basil (julienne)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cut chicken into one-inch pieces
2. Heat large nonstick skillet over high heat and add the oil
3. Add chicken and sauté for 5 minutes or until golden brown
4. Add onions, bell peppers; sauté for one or two more minutes
5. Add garlic and sauté until peppers become slightly limp, but still bright for about one to two minutes
6. Season with salt and pepper
7. Remove the pan from heat
8. Add basil and quinoa
9. Toss until basil wilts

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry red lentils
• 3 cups water
• 1 diced onion
• 2-3 diced or crushed garlic cloves
• 1/2 peeled and chopped ginger root
• 1/2 can of chopped tomatoes
• 2 tsp. curry powder
• 1/4 tsp. red chili powder
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 1 tsp. ground coriander
• 4-5 tbsp. cooking oil
• salt and pepper to taste

* Vegetable stock can be added for additional taste

Directions

1. Heat water in pot until boiling
2. Add lentils and boil for one minute reduce heat and simmer lentils until they a thick paste
3. While lentils are simmering, heat oil in frying pan
4. Add onion, garlic and ginger
5. Fry until soft
6. Add curry, chili, cumin. coriander, salt and pepper and saute for 2-3 minutes
7. Add tomatoes and saute for another 3-5 minutes
8. Add fried spice mixture into lentil paste, stir and cook an additional 15-20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tbsp. chopped onion
• 1/2 cup raw cashews (rinsed)
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• 3 tbsp. orange juice
• 1 tbsp. honey (opt.)
• 1/2 tsp. celery seeds
• 1 tbsp. poppy seeds
• 3/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. paprika

Directions

1. Blend all ingredients, except poppy seeds, until smooth
2. Stir in poppy seeds
3. Keep refridgerated
4. May need to thin with additional water to desired ocnsistency

Ingredients

• 12 oz. of water
• 1 whole lemon (cut in half)
• 1/8 tsp. of cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Cut lemon in half, squeeze in water
2. Boil water and lemon (peel included)
3. Add cayenne pepper to boiling water
4. Let cool and drink

Ingredients

• 4-6 oz. halibut steak
• 1/8 tsp. sea salt
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• 1/4 tsp. minced garlic 
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• 1 tsp. grape seed oil
• 1 tbsp. fresh squeezed pinkgrapefruit juice

Directions

1. Pre-heat oven to 450°
2. Place halibut in shallow baking dish 
3. Mix grape seed oil, minced garlic, cilantro, sea salt, pepper, and pink grapefruit in a small dish and pour over halibut 
4. Bake halibut 14 minutes for each inch of thickness (until fish is no longer translucent and flakes easily with fork)

Ingredients

• 4-6 oz. halibut steak
• 1/8 tsp. sea salt
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• 1/4 tsp. minced garlic 
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• 1 tsp. grape seed oil
• 1 tbsp. fresh squeezed pinkgrapefruit juice

Directions

1. Pre-heat oven to 450°
2. Place halibut in shallow baking dish 
3. Mix grape seed oil, minced garlic, cilantro, sea salt, pepper, and pink grapefruit in a small dish and pour over halibut 
4. Bake halibut 14 minutes for each inch of thickness (until fish is no longer translucent and flakes easily with fork)

Ingredients

• 4-6 oz. halibut steak
• 1/8 tsp. sea salt
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• 1/4 tsp. minced garlic 
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• 1 tsp. grape seed oil
• 1 tbsp. fresh squeezed pinkgrapefruit juice

Directions

1. Pre-heat oven to 450°
2. Place halibut in shallow baking dish 
3. Mix grape seed oil, minced garlic, cilantro, sea salt, pepper, and pink grapefruit in a small dish and pour over halibut 
4. Bake halibut 14 minutes for each inch of thickness (until fish is no longer translucent and flakes easily with fork)

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- Jane Doe

Ingredients

• 4-6 oz. halibut steak
• 1/8 tsp. sea salt
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• 1/4 tsp. minced garlic 
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• 1 tsp. grape seed oil
• 1 tbsp. fresh squeezed pinkgrapefruit juice

Directions

1. Pre-heat oven to 450°
2. Place halibut in shallow baking dish 
3. Mix grape seed oil, minced garlic, cilantro, sea salt, pepper, and pink grapefruit in a small dish and pour over halibut 
4. Bake halibut 14 minutes for each inch of thickness (until fish is no longer translucent and flakes easily with fork)

Ingredients

• 1 cup organic quinoa (prepared with chicken stock)
• 2 cups organic chicken broth
• 1 1/2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breast tenders
• 4 tbs. olive oil
• 1 small onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 red bell pepper (seeded and thinly sliced)
• 1 yellow bell pepper (seeded and thinly sliced)
• 5 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
• 20 leaves fresh sweet basil (julienne)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cut chicken into one-inch pieces
2. Heat large nonstick skillet over high heat and add the oil
3. Add chicken and sauté for 5 minutes or until golden brown
4. Add onions, bell peppers; sauté for one or two more minutes
5. Add garlic and sauté until peppers become slightly limp, but still bright for about one to two minutes
6. Season with salt and pepper
7. Remove the pan from heat
8. Add basil and quinoa
9. Toss until basil wilts

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 23:00:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/lc-testimonial/ L.C.- Vice President Housing Development, Caruso Affiliated

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:57:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/philip-disall-testimonial/ Philip DiSall

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:55:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/jd-testimonial/ J.D., Orange County, CA

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:54:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/nancy-b-testimonial/ Nancy B.

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:53:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/brian-spiridonoff-testimonial/ Brian Spiridonoff

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:45:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/natasha-testimonial/ Natasha

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:43:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/marley-k-testimonial/ Marley K., Los Angeles, CA

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:42:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/alex-testimonial/ Alex, Los Angeles, CA

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:39:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/e-cable-testimonial/ E. Cable

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:38:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/kate-sullivan-testimonial/ Kate Sullivan, New York, NY

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 22:35:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/chicken-green-apple-salad-cleanse/ Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

• 1 diced green apple
• 2 cups chopped romaine
• 2 cups total: chopped celery, radishes, cucumbers and onions
• 3 1/2 oz. cooked organic chicken (chilled)
• 2 tbsp. hummus dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 20:20:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/hydration-tea-drinks/ Yield: 1 gallon 

Ingredients

• 1/4 dandilion root ta
• 1/4 gallon organic inrefined apple juice
• 1/2 gallon reverse osmosis water
• stevia to sweeten

Directions

1. Make tea with boiling hot water or in a sun tea fashion
2. Pour over ice
3. Sweeten with stevia or agave nectar

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 20:17:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/debbie-v-testimonial/ Debbie V., New Mexico, NM

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 20:13:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/kate-testimonial/ Kate. Huntington Beach, CA

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 20:08:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/kelli-k-testimonial/ Kelli K., New York, NY

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:43:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/michelle-r-testimonials/ Michelle R., Los Angeles, CA

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:42:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/ronya-w-testimonial/ Ronya W., Los Angeles, CA

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:40:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/mkj-testimonial/ MKJ, Los Angeles, CA

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:35:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/brandee-t-testimonial/ Brandee T., Los Angeles, CA

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:34:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/rosanna-p-testimonial/ Rosanna P., Los Angeles, CA

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:33:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/diana-testimonial/ Diana

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:29:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/lindsay-law-testimonial/ Lindsay Law, Loveland, CO

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:28:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/rockie-craig-testimonial/ Rockie Craig, Major League Baseball

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:27:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/aaron-kaplan-testimonial/ Aaron Kaplan, Los Angeles, CA

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:24:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/hummus-dressing/ Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. grape seed oil
• 1 tbsp. hummus
• 1 tsp. chopped cilantro
• 3 tbsp. lime juice
• Pinch of salt and pinch of ground pepper

Directions

1. Blend all ingredients in blender

Ingredients

• 4-6 oz. halibut steak
• 1/8 tsp. sea salt
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• 1/4 tsp. minced garlic 
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• 1 tsp. grape seed oil
• 1 tbsp. fresh squeezed pinkgrapefruit juice

Directions

1. Pre-heat oven to 450°
2. Place halibut in shallow baking dish 
3. Mix grape seed oil, minced garlic, cilantro, sea salt, pepper, and pink grapefruit in a small dish and pour over halibut 
4. Bake halibut 14 minutes for each inch of thickness (until fish is no longer translucent and flakes easily with fork)

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:05:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/jennifer-lopez-celebrity-testimonial/ "Several times a year, she'll do The Five-Day Optimal Cleanse when she wants to look good for a special occasion."
Jennifer Lopez in PEOPLE Magazine as this year's "Most Beautiful Woman in the World"

The Optimal Cleanse from East West Essentials. The "American Idol" judge said, "My nutritionist loves this, she was like, 'I can't believe you mentioned the Optimal Cleanse!' It's a really good cleanse. This is something that actually cleans out your intestines and everything that builds up, you feel much lighter and, of course, you do drop a few pounds. You can do it for 10 days, but I do it for five days when I feel like I need a break from eating bad."

We all know how great singing superstar Jennifer Lopez looks, but now she's telling "Extra" how she does it -- watch the video!

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]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 18:39:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/spinach-avocado-salad-vegan/ Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

• 2 cups raw spinach
• 2 cups total bell peppers, tomatoes, cauliflower and broccoli
•  ½ diced avocado
• 2 tbsp. umeboshi dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 18:36:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/salmon-and-blackberry-salad-fat/ Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed greens
• 3 1/2 oz. grilled asparagus
• 3 1/2 oz. salmon
• ½ cup blackberries

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

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]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 18:06:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/kale-chips-7-foods/ Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

• Bundle of curly leaf kale
• 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. sea salt

Optional: 2-3 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced

Directions

1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a non insulated cookie sheet with parchment paper
2. Remove the leaves from the thick stems and tear into bite size pieces. Wash and thoroughly dry the kale. Drizzle kale with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt
3. Optional: throw garlic on kale as well if desired
4. Bake until edges brown, but are not burnt. 10 to 15 minutes

]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 17:59:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/elizabeth-w-testimonial/ Elizabeth W., NJ - Licensed Clinical Social Worker Central

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]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 17:20:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/romaine-avocado-salad-cleanse/ Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

• 2-4 cups chopped romaine
• 2 cups total: bell peppers, cauliflower and broccoli
• ½ diced avocado
• 2 tbsp. hummus dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cashews
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 tsp. dill weed
• 2 tbsp. lemon juice
• 2 tsp. parsley
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

Directions

1. Stir in: dill weed, lemon juice, parsley, salt, garlic powder
2. Serve cold or cook to make a spread

Ingredients

• 2-3 cups mixed greens
• 2 cups broccoli slaw
• 3 1/2 oz. halibut (marinate in cilantro, olive oil and lemon)
• 1 whole sliced grapefruit

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 cup water 
• 1/4 cup diced asian pears
• Cinnamon and stevia to sweeten

Optional: 1/4 cup rice milk, and/or unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

1. 1. Place water and uncooked quinoa in a sauce pan. Heat to a boil and then set to a simmer and cook covered for approx. 10-15 minutes(until all water is absorbed)
2. Add cinnamon and steevia to taste

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 cup water 
• 1/4 cup diced asian pears
• Cinnamon and stevia to sweeten

Optional: 1/4 cup rice milk, and/or unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

1. 1. Place water and uncooked quinoa in a sauce pan. Heat to a boil and then set to a simmer and cook covered for approx. 10-15 minutes(until all water is absorbed)
2. Add cinnamon and steevia to taste

Ingredients

• 1 Cinnamon tea bag
• 1 Peppermint tea bag
• 1 Milk thistle tea bag

Directions

1. 2-4 cups boiling hot water to make the tea but can serve over ice
2. Agave nector or stevia to sweeten
3. Perfect before work out tea, stimulates fat burning and increases blood flow to those fatty areas
   
   

Ingredients

• Bundle of curly leaf kale
• 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. sea salt

Optional: 2-3 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced

Directions

1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a non insulated cookie sheet with parchment paper
2. Remove the leaves from the thick stems and tear into bite size pieces. Wash and thoroughly dry the kale. Drizzle kale with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt
3. Optional: throw garlic on kale as well if desired
4. Bake until edges brown, but are not burnt. 10 to 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups raw spinach
• 2 cups total bell peppers, cauliflower and broccoli
•  ½ diced avocado
• 2 tbsp. umeboshi dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 2-3 cups mixed greens
• 2 cups broccoli slaw
• 3 1/2 oz. halibut (marinate in cilantro, olive oil and lemon)
• 1 whole sliced grapefruit

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 2-4 cups of water
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 peppermint tea bag (caffeine free)
• 1 raspberry tea bag (caffeine free)

Directions

1. Make tea with boiling hot water or in a sun tea fashion
2. Pour over ice
3. Sweeten with stevia or agave nectar

Ingredients

• 2 cups raw spinach
• 2 cups total bell peppers, tomatoes, cauliflower and broccoli
•  ½ diced avocado
• 2 tbsp. umeboshi dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 1 cup olive oil
• 6 cloves of garlic
• 4 tsps. umeboshi plum paste
• 1/8 tsp. sea salt

Directions

1. Blend all ingredients in blender
2. Leave it out for 24 hours to richen the taste, and then keep refrigerated

Ingredients

• 3 cups onion (diced)
• 2 cups celery (including the green tops diced)
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 tbsp. garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp. ginger (minced)
• 8 cups vegetable stock
• 6 cups kabocha or butternut squash peeled, de-seeded and cut into 1inch cubes
• 6 cups kale, de-stemmed and roughly chopped
• 2 tsp. dried basil
• 2 tsp. dried thyme
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 1-15 oz. can baby butter beans, drained and rinsed
• 1-15 oz. can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 1-15 oz. can of adzuki beans, drained and rinsed 

Directions

1. In a large pot, saute the onion and celery in olive oil for 5 minutes to soften
2. Add the garlic and ginger and saute for an additional 2 minutes
3. Add the vegetable stock, Kabocha or Butternut squash, kale, basil, thyme, cumin, salt and pepper and bring to a boil
4. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed

Ingredients

• 2-3 cups mixed greens
• 2 cups broccoli slaw
• 3 1/2 oz. halibut (marinate in cilantro, olive oil and lemon)
• 1 whole sliced grapefruit

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cashews
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 tsp. dill weed
• 2 tbsp. lemon juice
• 2 tsp. parsley
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

Directions

1. Stir in: dill weed, lemon juice, parsley, salt, garlic powder
2. Serve cold or cook to make a spread

Ingredients

• 12 oz. of water
• 1 whole lemon (cut in half)
• 1/8 tsp. of cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Cut lemon in half, squeeze in water
2. Boil water and lemon (peel included)
3. Add cayenne pepper to boiling water
4. Let cool and drink

Ingredients

• 2 cups raw spinach
• 2 cups total bell peppers, cauliflower and broccoli
•  ½ diced avocado
• 2 tbsp. umeboshi dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 1 can each: organic kidney, pinto, black, white, adzuki and garbanzo beans
• 2 cups of lentils
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
• 2 tbsp. chili powder
• 1 cup diced celery
• 2 cups organic vegetable broth

Directions

1. Place all ingredients in crock pot
2. Cook at medium heat, roughly 4-8 hours

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp. peach juice
• 1 tsp. slippery elm powder
• 1 tsp. flax seed
• 1 marshmallow tea bag

Directions

1. Make tea with boiling hot water or in a sun tea fashion
2. Pour over ice
3. Sweeten with stevia or agave nectar
4. This tea is great for gas, cramping, and bloating
5. You can add 1 tsp. of psyllium husk if constipation is an issue

Ingredients

• 2-4 cups chopped romaine
• 2 cups total: bell peppers, cauliflower and broccoli
• ½ diced avocado
• 2 tbsp. hummus dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup gluten free ketchup
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup gluten-free worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 medium chopped onion
• 1/4 tsp. celery powder (not salt)
• 1/2 tsp. paprika

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a heavy, medium sized sauce pan
2. Bring to a boil and simmer on low for about 10 minutes
3. Cool and store in the refrigerator

Ingredients

• 1 diced green apple
• 2 cups chopped romaine
• 2 cups total: chopped celery, radishes, cucumbers and onions
• 3 1/2 oz. cooked organic chicken (chilled)
• 2 tbsp. hummus dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 12 oz. of water
• 1 whole lemon (cut in half)
• 1/8 tsp. of cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Cut lemon in half, squeeze in water
2. Boil water and lemon (peel included)
3. Add cayenne pepper to boiling water
4. Let cool and drink

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed greens
• 3 1/2 oz. grilled asparagus
• 3 1/2 oz. salmon
• ½ cup blackberries

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed greens
• 3.5 oz. grilled asparagus
• 3.5 oz. salmon
• ½ cup blackberries

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup tahini
• 1 cup water
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• 1 clove of garlic (pressed or chopped)
• 1 tbsp. instant clear gel

Directions

1. Blend all ingredients except clear gel until garlic is well blended
2. Spinkle instant clear gel into dressing while blender is creating a swirling motion. If instant clear gel is not available, use cornstartch and cook to thicken

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 3/4 cup reverse osmosis water
• Agave nectar or stevia to sweeter

Ingredients

• 1 small onion (diced)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1/2 cup carrots (cut thin)
• 2 cans cooked lentils
• 3/4 cup no-chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Spike! Seasoning to taste or braggs amino acids
• 1 tbsp. olive oil

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a 2 quart saucepan
2. Add salt, pepper, onion, garlic and carrots
3. Stir and cover until carrots are slightly tender and onions are translucent
4. Stir in the lentils and Spike! or Braggs Amino Acids let simmer for 5 minutes and add broth
5. Simmer for another 5 minutes and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed greens
• 3 1/2 oz. grilled asparagus
• 3 1/2 oz. salmon
• ½ cup blackberries

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

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]]> Wed, 15 Aug 2012 23:26:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/chicken-raspberry-salad-cleanse/ Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

• 2-4 cups spring mix
• 2 cups raw spinach
• 3 1/2 oz. cooked organic chicken (chilled)
• ½ cup raspberries
• 2 tbsp. hummus dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup adzuki beans (dry)
• 3 cups water organic vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup-1 cup whole yellow onion (silvered long)
• 1/2 tsp.-1 tsp. braggs amino acids
• 1 tsp. tamari
• 2 tbsp. organic apple juice
• Black pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup lima beans

Directions

1. Bring water or broth to boil and add beans
2. Reduce heat and let simmer. Let cook for 25 minutes
3. Then add the onion, braggs amino acids, tamari and apple juice
4. Let cook for 15 minutes more and then add the lima beans
5. Cook for 5-10 minutes or until beans start to fall apart
6. Let cool for 5 minutes
7. Serve over white or brown rice

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup cooked brown rice
• 1 cup + 2 tbsp. roasted red pepper soup
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 6 tbsp. honey
• 1 1/2 tbsp. paprika
• 1/2 cup lemon juice (fresh is best)
• 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 1/2 tsp. onion powder
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt
• 3/4 cup water

Directions

1. Blend all ingredients
2. Keeps well in refridgerator for about a week
3. May need a little more water before serving

Ingredients

• 2-4 cups spring mix
• 2 cups raw spinach
• 3.5 oz. cooked organic chicken (chilled)
• ½ cup raspberries
• 2 tbsp. hummus dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 2 scoops Optimal Protein Powder
• 2 tbsp. ground flaxseed
• ½ cup of organic blueberries
• 1/16 tsp. (2 to 4 drops) stevia or ½ tsp. coconut sugar
• 1 cup of almond, rice or low fat milk
• 1 tbsp. raw almond or cashew butter
• ½ cup ice

Directions

1. Whiz all the ingredients together in a blender and enjoy
2. This would make a great breakfast, or you could have it as a snack

Ingredients

• 2-4 cups spring mix
• 2 cups raw spinach
• 3 1/2 oz. cooked organic chicken (chilled)
• ½ cup raspberries
• 2 tbsp. hummus dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• ½ cup uncooked rolled oats
• ¼ cup of raw nuts or seeds
• ½ cup of fruit
• ½ cup of water
• ½ cup of ice

Directions

1. Blend rolled oats and nuts or seeds dry in blender until powdery. Add fruit, water, ice and blend until desired consistency and enjoy!

Ingredients

• Whole organic chicken (cut up and washed, bone in)
• 6-8 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 1 box of organic chicken broth
• equal parts water
• cabbage, broccoli, spinach, celery, zucchini and parsley (chopped)
• celtic sea salt, white and black pepper

Optional: Asparagus, leeks (chopped), green beans, brussel sprouts, chives (chopped), 1 cup of lentils

Vegetarian option: Substitute chicken with 2 cups of Lentils and chicken broth with vegetable broth

Directions

1. Bring to a boil: chicken, garlic, onion, broth and water in a large pot for 10 minutes
2. Set to simmer and add vegetables (2 hours)
3. Add remaining seasonings just before serving

Ingredients

• Whole organic chicken (cut up and washed, bone in)
• 6-8 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 1 box of organic chicken broth
• equal parts water
• cabbage, broccoli, spinach, celery, zucchini and parsley (chopped)
• celtic sea salt, white and black pepper

Optional: Asparagus, leeks (chopped), green beans, brussel sprouts, chives (chopped), 1 cup of lentils

Vegetarian option: Substitute chicken with 2 cups of Lentils and chicken broth with vegetable broth

Directions

1. Bring to a boil: chicken, garlic, onion, broth and water in a large pot for 10 minutes
2. Set to simmer and add vegetables (2 hours)
3. Add remaining seasonings just before serving

Ingredients

• 2-4 cups chopped romaine
• 2 cups total: bell peppers, cauliflower and broccoli
• ½ diced avocado
• 2 tbsp. hummus dressing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients

Ingredients

• 1 can each: organic kidney, pinto, black, white, adzuki and garbanzo beans
• 1 cup lentils
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
• 2 tbsp. chili powder
• 1 cup diced celery
• 2 cups organic vegetable broth

Optional: 1 1/2 lbs. ground organic turkey or buffalo

Vegetarian option: Substitute organic turkey or buffalo with 2 cups of lentils

Directions

1. Place all ingredients in crock pot
2. Cook at medium heat, roughly 4-8 hours

Ingredients

• 1 can each: organic kidney, pinto, black, white, adzuki and garbanzo beans
• 1 cup lentils
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
• 2 tbsp. chili powder
• 1 cup diced celery
• 2 cups organic vegetable broth

Optional: 1 1/2 lbs. ground organic turkey or buffalo

Vegetarian option: Substitute organic turkey or buffalo with 2 cups of lentils

Directions

1. Place all ingredients in crock pot
2. Cook at medium heat, roughly 4-8 hours

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry red lentils
• 3 cups water
• 1 diced onion
• 2-3 diced or crushed garlic cloves
• 1/2 peeled and chopped ginger root
• 1/2 can of chopped tomatoes
• 2 tsp. curry powder
• 1/4 tsp. red chili powder
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 1 tsp. ground coriander
• 4-5 tbsp. cooking oil
• salt and pepper to taste

* Vegetable stock can be added for additional taste

Directions

1. Heat water in pot until boiling
2. Add lentils and boil for one minute reduce heat and simmer lentils until they a thick paste
3. While lentils are simmering, heat oil in frying pan
4. Add onion, garlic and ginger
5. Fry until soft
6. Add curry, chili, cumin. coriander, salt and pepper and saute for 2-3 minutes
7. Add tomatoes and saute for another 3-5 minutes
8. Add fried spice mixture into lentil paste, stir and cook an additional 15-20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 whole organic chicken
• 4 garlic heads (cloves peeled)
• 9 sprigs of thyme (remove leaves from stem)
• 9 sprigs of tarragon (remove leaves from stem)
• 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees
2. Cut the lemon in half and place both halves inside the chicken cavity
3. Place 3 sprigs of thyme and 3 sprigs of tarragon under the skin above the chicken breast
4. Place 3 sprigs of thyme and 3 sprigs of tarragon inside the chicken cavity
5. Sprinkle the remaining thyme and tarragon leaves on the outside of the chicken
6. Put the whole peeled garlic cloves on the outside, surrounding and inside the chicken
7. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken
8. Put 1 1/2 cups water in the bottom of the roasting pan
9. Season with salt and pepper
10. Put in the oven for 1 hour covered. Remove cover and cook for an additional 1/2 hour
11. Let cool and serve  

 ** Goes great with Kale Chips!

Ingredients

• 1 whole organic chicken
• 4 garlic heads (cloves peeled)
• 9 sprigs of thyme (remove leaves from stem)
• 9 sprigs of tarragon (remove leaves from stem)
• 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees
2. Cut the lemon in half and place both halves inside the chicken cavity
3. Place 3 sprigs of thyme and 3 sprigs of tarragon under the skin above the chicken breast
4. Place 3 sprigs of thyme and 3 sprigs of tarragon inside the chicken cavity
5. Sprinkle the remaining thyme and tarragon leaves on the outside of the chicken
6. Put the whole peeled garlic cloves on the outside, surrounding and inside the chicken
7. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken
8. Put 1 1/2 cups water in the bottom of the roasting pan
9. Season with salt and pepper
10. Put in the oven for 1 hour covered. Remove cover and cook for an additional 1/2 hour
11. Let cool and serve  

 ** Goes great with Kale Chips!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup adzuki beans (dry)
• 3 cups water organic vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup-1 cup whole yellow onion (silvered long)
• 1/2 tsp.-1 tsp. braggs amino acids
• 1 tsp. tamari
• 2 tbsp. organic apple juice
• Black pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup lima beans

Directions

1. Bring water or broth to boil and add beans
2. Reduce heat and let simmer. Let cook for 25 minutes
3. Then add the onion, braggs amino acids, tamari and apple juice
4. Let cook for 15 minutes more and then add the lima beans
5. Cook for 5-10 minutes or until beans start to fall apart
6. Let cool for 5 minutes
7. Serve over white or brown rice

]]> Sun, 12 Aug 2012 14:51:00 +0000 http://www.eastwestessentials.com/blog/turkey-avocado-and-hummus-wrap-cleanse/ Yield: 6-8 servings 

Ingredients

• 1 brown rice tortilla
• 1 tbsp. hummus
• 1 cup arugula
• 1/2 avocado
• 1/2 cup ground brown turkey
• Sea salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Spread hummus on tortilla
2. Spoon on ground turkey
3. Add arugula
4. Top with avocado
5. Wrap and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 cup water 
• 1/4 cup diced asian pears
• Cinnamon and stevia to sweeten

Optional: 1/4 cup rice milk, and/or unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

1. 1. Place water and uncooked quinoa in a sauce pan. Heat to a boil and then set to a simmer and cook covered for approx. 10-15 minutes(until all water is absorbed)
2. Add cinnamon and steevia to taste

Ingredients

• Whole organic chicken (cut up and washed, bone in)
• 6-8 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 1 box of organic chicken broth
• equal parts water
• cabbage, broccoli, spinach, celery, zucchini and parsley (chopped)
• celtic sea salt, white and black pepper

Optional: Asparagus, leeks (chopped), green beans, brussel sprouts, chives (chopped), 1 cup of lentils

Vegetarian option: Substitute chicken with 2 cups of Lentils and chicken broth with vegetable broth

Directions

1. Bring to a boil: chicken, garlic, onion, broth and water in a large pot for 10 minutes
2. Set to simmer and add vegetables (2 hours)
3. Add remaining seasonings just before serving

Ingredients

• 1 brown rice tortilla
• 1 tbsp. hummus
• 1 cup arugula
• 1/2 avocado
• 1/2 cup ground brown turkey
• Sea salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Spread hummus on tortilla
2. Spoon on ground turkey
3. Add arugula
4. Top with avocado
5. Wrap and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 cup water 
• 1/4 cup diced asian pears
• Cinnamon and stevia to sweeten

Optional: 1/4 cup rice milk, and/or unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

1. 1. Place water and uncooked quinoa in a sauce pan. Heat to a boil and then set to a simmer and cook covered for approx. 10-15 minutes(until all water is absorbed)
2. Add cinnamon and steevia to taste

Ingredients

• 1 can each: organic kidney, pinto, black, white, adzuki and garbanzo beans
• 1 cup lentils
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro or parsley
• 2 tbsp. chili powder
• 1 cup diced celery
• 2 cups organic vegetable broth

Optional: 1 1/2 lbs. ground organic turkey or buffalo

Vegetarian option: Substitute organic turkey or buffalo with 2 cups of lentils

Directions

1. Place all ingredients in crock pot
2. Cook at medium heat, roughly 4-8 hours

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Ingredients

• 1 small onion (diced)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1/2 cup carrots (cut thin)
• 2 cans cooked lentils
• 3/4 cup no-chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Spike! Seasoning to taste or braggs amino acids
• 1 tbsp. olive oil

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a 2 quart saucepan
2. Add salt, pepper, onion, garlic and carrots
3. Stir and cover until carrots are slightly tender and onions are translucent
4. Stir in the lentils and Spike! or Braggs Amino Acids let simmer for 5 minutes and add broth
5. Simmer for another 5 minutes and enjoy!

Ingredients

• Bundle of curly leaf kale
• 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. sea salt

Optional: 2-3 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced

Directions

1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a non insulated cookie sheet with parchment paper
2. Remove the leaves from the thick stems and tear into bite size pieces. Wash and thoroughly dry the kale. Drizzle kale with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt
3. Optional: throw garlic on kale as well if desired
4. Bake until edges brown, but are not burnt. 10 to 15 minutes

Ingredients

• Bundle of curly leaf kale
• 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. sea salt

Optional: 2-3 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced

Directions

1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a non insulated cookie sheet with parchment paper
2. Remove the leaves from the thick stems and tear into bite size pieces. Wash and thoroughly dry the kale. Drizzle kale with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt
3. Optional: throw garlic on kale as well if desired
4. Bake until edges brown, but are not burnt. 10 to 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup olive oil
• 6 cloves of garlic
• 4 tsps. umeboshi plum paste
• 1/8 tsp. sea salt

Directions

1. Blend all ingredients in blender
2. Leave it out for 24 hours to richen the taste, and then keep refrigerated

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Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. grape seed oil
• 1 tbsp. hummus
• 1 tsp. chopped cilantro
• 3 tbsp. lime juice
• Pinch of salt and pinch of ground pepper

Directions

1. Blend all ingredients in blender

Ingredients

• 3 cups onion (diced)
• 2 cups celery (including the green tops diced)
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 tbsp. garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp. ginger (minced)
• 8 cups vegetable stock
• 6 cups kabocha or butternut squash peeled, de-seeded and cut into 1inch cubes
• 6 cups kale, de-stemmed and roughly chopped
• 2 tsp. dried basil
• 2 tsp. dried thyme
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 1-15 oz. can baby butter beans, drained and rinsed
• 1-15 oz. can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 1-15 oz. can of adzuki beans, drained and rinsed 

Directions

1. In a large pot, saute the onion and celery in olive oil for 5 minutes to soften
2. Add the garlic and ginger and saute for an additional 2 minutes
3. Add the vegetable stock, Kabocha or Butternut squash, kale, basil, thyme, cumin, salt and pepper and bring to a boil
4. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cashews
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 tsp. dill weed
• 2 tbsp. lemon juice
• 2 tsp. parsley
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

Directions

1. Stir in: dill weed, lemon juice, parsley, salt, garlic powder
2. Serve cold or cook to make a spread

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. grape seed oil
• 1 tbsp. hummus
• 1 tsp. chopped cilantro
• 3 tbsp. lime juice
• Pinch of salt and pinch of ground pepper

Directions

1. Blend all ingredients in blender

Ingredients

• 1 cup olive oil
• 6 cloves of garlic
• 4 tsps. umeboshi plum paste
• 1/8 tsp. sea salt

Directions

1. Blend all ingredients in blender
2. Leave it out for 24 hours to richen the taste, and then keep refrigerated

Ingredients

• 1 cup of wild rice
• 1/2 box of muchroom soup (I put the other half in my quinoa)
• 1/2 packet of sliced mushrooms (I put the other half in my chicken soup)
• 1 diced green apple
• 4 organic turkey breasts
• 1 heaping tbsp. of minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp. rosemary
• Sea salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Place all in crock pot on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours
2. *Can add chopped celery and red onions

Ingredients

• 1 lb. boneless, skinless organic chicken breast cut in two
• 1 cup canned diced organic tomatoes
• 3 cups packed fresh baby spinach
• 1 medium organic onion (diced)
• 1 can (12-14 oz.) coconut milk
• 2 tbs. tomato paste
• 1 tbs. olive oil
• 2 tsp. curry powder
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 1 inch cubes

Directions

1. Heat oil in large skillet; add onion & tsp of salt. Cook onion, stirring often, until soft (about 7 minutes). Add curry powder & continue stirring for 1 minute more
2. Stir in coconut milk, tomatoes and tomatoes paste. Continue cooking the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly
3. Add chicken, stir well & cook for 5-6 minutes or until the meat is cooked through. Add the spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 3 minutes
4. Add more salt to taste. Serve warm over rice

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cashews
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 tsp. dill weed
• 2 tbsp. lemon juice
• 2 tsp. parsley
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder

Directions

1. Stir in: dill weed, lemon juice, parsley, salt, garlic powder
2. Serve cold or cook to make a spread

Ingredients

• Bundle of curly leaf kale
• 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. sea salt

Optional: 2-3 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced

Directions

1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a non insulated cookie sheet with parchment paper
2. Remove the leaves from the thick stems and tear into bite size pieces. Wash and thoroughly dry the kale. Drizzle kale with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt
3. Optional: throw garlic on kale as well if desired
4. Bake until edges brown, but are not burnt. 10 to 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 12 oz. of water
• 1 whole lemon (cut in half)
• 1/8 tsp. of cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Cut lemon in half, squeeze in water
2. Boil water and lemon (peel included)
3. Add cayenne pepper to boiling water
4. Let cool and drink

Ingredients

• 12 oz. of water
• 1 whole lemon (cut in half)
• 1/8 tsp. of cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Cut lemon in half, squeeze in water
2. Boil water and lemon (peel included)
3. Add cayenne pepper to boiling water
4. Let cool and drink

Ingredients

• 2-4 cups of water
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 peppermint tea bag (caffeine free)
• 1 raspberry tea bag (caffeine free)

Directions

1. Make tea with boiling hot water or in a sun tea fashion
2. Pour over ice
3. Sweeten with stevia or agave nectar

Ingredients

• 2-4 cups of water
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 peppermint tea bag (caffeine free)
• 1 raspberry tea bag (caffeine free)

Directions

1. Make tea with boiling hot water or in a sun tea fashion
2. Pour over ice
3. Sweeten with stevia or agave nectar

Ingredients

• 1 whole organic chicken
• 4 garlic heads (cloves peeled)
• 9 sprigs of thyme (remove leaves from stem)
• 9 sprigs of tarragon (remove leaves from stem)
• 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees
2. Cut the lemon in half and place both halves inside the chicken cavity
3. Place 3 sprigs of thyme and 3 sprigs of tarragon under the skin above the chicken breast
4. Place 3 sprigs of thyme and 3 sprigs of tarragon inside the chicken cavity
5. Sprinkle the remaining thyme and tarragon leaves on the outside of the chicken
6. Put the whole peeled garlic cloves on the outside, surrounding and inside the chicken
7. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken
8. Put 1 1/2 cups water in the bottom of the roasting pan
9. Season with salt and pepper
10. Put in the oven for 1 hour covered. Remove cover and cook for an additional 1/2 hour
11. Let cool and serve  

 ** Goes great with Kale Chips!

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup uncooked quinoa
• 1 cup water 
• 1/4 cup diced asian pears
• Cinnamon and stevia to sweeten

Optional: 1/4 cup rice milk, and/or unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

1. 1. Place water and uncooked quinoa in a sauce pan. Heat to a boil and then set to a simmer and cook covered for approx. 10-15 minutes(until all water is absorbed)
2. Add cinnamon and steevia to taste

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Ingredients

• 1 brown rice tortilla
• 1 tbsp. hummus
• 1 cup arugula
• 1/2 avocado
• 1/2 cup ground brown turkey
• Sea salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Spread hummus on tortilla
2. Spoon on ground turkey
3. Add arugula
4. Top with avocado
5. Wrap and enjoy!

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Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked oatmeal
• 1/2 cup berries
• 1/4 cup raw nuts or seeds
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
• Stevia to sweeten
• 1/4 cup rice milk

Directions

1. Mix all ingredients

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