by Julie Matthews, MS | Sep 8, 2020 | Food & Nutrients, Kids Cook & Garden, Nutrition News, Nutritious Food/Meals
Today is National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day! At Nourishing Hope, I encourage parents to get their child(ren) cooking so they become invested in their nutrition and develop a love of trying new foods and eating healthfully. As a matter of fact, I had one of the...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Sep 3, 2020 | Egg-Free, Elimination, Food & Nutrients, GFCFSF (for Gluten-free Casein-Free Soy-free), Keto, Nut-Free, Nutrition News, Paleo, Recipes - Cooking To Heal, SCD/GAPS
Have you tried shishito peppers? They are an incredible Asian pepper with no heat and such a great flavor profile. They are rich in vitamin C and also contain vitamin B6, K, and E. They are also one of the easiest dishes you can create in a really convenient short...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Sep 2, 2020 | Autism, Autism Diet & Implementation, Food & Nutrients, Kids Cook & Garden, Recipes - Cooking To Heal
These popsicles are a great treat that’s low in sugar and high in phytonutrients. It’s great for the summer, when the weather is warm and fruit is abundant. But can also be made anytime for a natural, low sugar treat. Try any fruit you like. The sweetener is optional....
by Julie Matthews, MS | Aug 24, 2020 | Autism, Egg-Free, Elimination, Food & Nutrients, GFCFSF (for Gluten-free Casein-Free Soy-free), Keto, Low Oxalate, Nut-Free, Nutrition News, Paleo, Recipes - Cooking To Heal, SCD/GAPS
We continue the food and garden chronicles here at Nourishing Hope. Our garden, to say the very least, has been a place of comfort, fun, learning, memories, and deliciousness for me and my family. I know there can be some intimidation around starting a garden. But...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Aug 14, 2020 | Nutrition News, Personalized Nutrition/Special Diets
Oxalates are highly reactive molecules found in certain foods. They create pain and inflammation in the body, particularly for certain people. Oxalates are found in high amounts in spinach, swiss chard, nuts, sweet potatoes, beets, chocolate, and many other foods....
by Julie Matthews, MS | Jul 29, 2020 | ADHD/Learning Delays, Gardening, Kids Cook & Garden
It’s mid summer and if you have a garden you are probably harvesting, or just beginning to harvest, your summer vegetables like zucchini, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, and green beans. But can you believe… it’s already time to think about fall crops?! If you...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Jul 28, 2020 | Nutrition News, Recipes - Cooking To Heal
Spaghetti squash is a favorite in my family. The texture is great. It’s not too wet or mushy, and it really has a texture similar to pasta. It soaks up the flavor of whatever you put on it. This year we grew our own garden and we grew spaghetti squash for the first...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Jul 24, 2020 | Gardening, Kids Cook & Garden, Nutrition News
I hope you liked our “Nourishing Hope in the Garden with Ruby and Jules” post on growing your own vegetables. We got some great comments back. Thank you to everyone who replied to my gardening email and shared some of the ways you are using your garden to remain...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Jun 17, 2020 | Autism, Egg-Free, Elimination, Featured Recipes, Food & Nutrients, GFCFSF (for Gluten-free Casein-Free Soy-free), Keto, Low FODMAPS, Low Oxalate, Low SAG, Low Salicylate, Nut-Free, Nutrition News, Nutritious Food/Meals, Paleo, SCD/GAPS
Most dads love a good barbeque. If you’re a dad planning a barbeque, or a mom creating a fun day for the dad in your family’s life, I’ve got some ideas for you! When you think of BBQ, I’m sure most of you are thinking of meat. But vegetables can be delicious on the...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Jun 12, 2020 | Autism, Food & Nutrients, Gardening, Kids Cook & Garden
The last few months have been difficult for me… as I’m sure they have been for many of you. My child has been struggling with tummy issues, our car was stolen out of our garage by a criminal, and we have been dealing with the same stay-at-home (and school-at-home)...
