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Kilauea Volcano June 27th Eruption: Pele’s Beautiful River of Fire

September 18, 2014/in News /by Dr. Baylac N.D.

Kilauea started erupting again on June 27th creating a lava flow towards the ocean in a north -eastern direction. On September 17th the lava flow advanced at an average rate of 215 m/day (705 ft/day) between Sept 10 and Sept 12. The flow front is at about 9.6 miles from the vent. The eruption releases sulfur […]

The Entrepreneur and Personal Growth

September 8, 2014/in Mental Health, Wellness /by Dr. Baylac N.D.

What Does Money Have To Do With Spirituality You May Ask? Isn’t it true that all spiritual masters request that you leave material values behind prior to embarking on the spiritual path? Isn’t the relinquishment of success, money and power the prerequisite to enlightenment? What would Buddha do today if he was a working class […]

Pesto Stuffed Heirloom Tomato

September 8, 2014/in Recipes /by Dr. Baylac N.D.

Easy to make appetizer… by Chef Ian Grove Serves 1 Pesto: 1 Bunch Basil ½ Cup Pumpkin Seeds (Soaked) ¼ Cup Lemon Juice 2-3 Cloves Garlic ¼ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Puree all ingredients in food processor, mini food processor, hand blender, or blender. Sauce: 4-6 Sundried tomatoes (Soaked) 2 TBS Goji Berries (Soaked) […]

Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast Smoothie

August 22, 2014/in Drinks, Recipes /by Dr. Baylac N.D.

1-2 cups coconut water (fresh/raw, not pasteurized) 1/2 papaya 1 small banana or apple banana (can be frozen) 1/4 cup blueberries (or other fruit) (can be frozen organic berries) 1 to 2 leaves of kale (or greens of choice) 1/2″ ginger root 1/2” fresh turmeric root Blend in high speed blender till smooth. Serves one.

Recipe for making a delicious, healthy colada drink from fresh pineapple, chia seeds and coconut milk.

Chia Colada

August 6, 2014/in Drinks, Recipes /by Dr. Baylac N.D.

Ingredients: 1 cup of chopped fresh pineapple 2 tbsp chia seeds soaked / sprouted*** fresh coconut water if available, otherwise water (see method below) 1 tbsp raw coconut nectar (optional) METHOD Place the pineapples and soaked chia seeds in a blender and then cover with coconut water or water up to about one inch above […]