I promised, a few weeks back, to update you on how I'm tweaking my mostly raw, vegan lifestyle to a nutritarian point of view. First, let me preface that I think the whole process should be fun and the best approach to be open minded. This is a work in progress, and rather than holding myself to the strictest standards I will always feel reasonably comfortable compromising here and there. That said, my primary interest is taking the best possible care of myself, in a SUSTAINABLE manner, so that I can feel great, look my best and enjoy life to the max!
I've always been fascinated by how nutrition affects the way our bodies operate and ultimately, the way we feel and function as a result. Through my research, I came across the highly regarded, Dr. Joel Fuhrman, auther of the excellent book, "Eat to Live," among others, and creator of the Nutrient Density-based food pyramid below. Dr. Fuhrman explains the scientific evidence and first rate studies behind the very latest findings for how a "high-nutrient, vegetable-based diet style is the key to optimal health, increased longevity and disease prevention." In fact, he states, "high-nutrient eating, as a therapeutic intervention, is most often MORE effective than drugs and surgery at restoring health from chronic diseases."
Fuhrman isn't shy about exposing the myriad myths and total misinformation propulgated by industries with a vested interest in consumers buying their products (dairy, animal products, grains to name a few). Neither is he shy to point out the current recommendations/food pyramid guidelines offered by the FDA are totally off base, "listing protective foods as 'side dishes,' and allowing the vast majority of calories to be obtained from nutrient poor foods." The bottom line is that it's important for each one of us to become experts on our own bodies and how to support them, rather than blindly following the advice of industry-biased experts, the government, or even doctors (most of whom don't receive training in nutrition).
What has become lost in the bombardment of messaging & advertising all skewed to sell products, is the simple fact that our genetics have only a 10% impact on how healthy we are– the rest is very much in our hands! But that sort of information doesn't support a dependence on pharmaceuticals/insurance/products being sold by billion dollar industries. Therefore, the majority of the population get brainwashed into thinking osteoporosis, obesity, heart disease and breast cancer are a matter of either time or fate.
The truth is the foods we choose to put into our bodies have the power to heal, protect and nourish us in incredibly powerful ways! For example, Dr. Fuhrman points out, the very battle on breast cancer is being approached from the absolute wrong angle. There are tons of proven studies that show how specific nutritional application can kill/reverse/prevent breast cancer cells.
He states, "Mammograms for 'early detection' are not the only defense and do not even offer significant benefits. The scientific evidence shows that women do have the power to protect themselves against breast cancer with powerful preventive lifestyle measures." "[There are] foods that help to prevent the cancerous transformation of normal cells, and keep the body armed and ready to attack any pre-cancerous or cancerous cells that may arise."
But do many people know about this? Why not? Aren't these simple, preventative measures a huge part of the message to be spreading?
Once you've equipped yourself with just some the amazing knowledge behind how nutrition works, (check out www.diseaseproof.com) there will be no stopping you on your own quest to benenfit from the power it can have on your life. It's a little shocking at first, to realize most of what we've been taught is good for us, isn't in fact good for us at all. However, read up on the impact of dairy, animal products, excessive protein and processed food consumption and it won't be hard to start phasing them out. Read up on the amazing benefits of eating greens, berries, mushrooms, seeds and beans and you'll be running to the grocery store to fill up on everything you've been missing! The great part is that you'll begin seeing the benefits almost immediately.
Later this week I'll be presenting a wonderful Nutritarian lunch option both adults and kiddos will love! (In fact Jim and I have it for lunch quite often.)I'll also share a resource for an awesome 1/2 hour full-body workout I've been doing 3 times a week which is excellent for toning, strengthening and cardiovascular training in one quick, fun workout. One of the best kept secrets out there may be that you don't have to kill yourself to have a killer body! My personal approach to nutrition and fitness has been to find a SUSTAINABLE way of eating healthy and staying fit. I want to be happy and active until I'm at least 120 years old! Combining a nutritarian diet (with my own personalized modifications) and a consistent yet light approach to exercise removes cravings and keeps me energized.
**I am not a healthcare practitioner or provider. To the extent that any information is provided through this website, it is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute or substitute for medical advice or counseling, the practice of medicine including but not limited to psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy or the provision of health care diagnosis or treatment, the creation of a physician-patient or clinical relationship, or an endorsement, a recommendation or a sponsorship of any third party, product or service by me. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements available on this website have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Lemon Bavarois with Raspberry Syrup. It's supposed to be layered but I goofed my first time making:-)
Silky-smooth
Layers of sweet-tart Lemon Bavarois
Masterfully contrasted between
Dreamy
Velvet ribbons of Raspberry Syrup…
Drooling… Oops, uh, was I in the middle of something? Apologies- I'm back!
Let's just say Lemon Bavarois with Raspberry Syrup from Matthew Kenney's, Everyday Raw Express,is beyond amaze!
This luscious dessert is an example of Mr. Kenney's pure genius in the world of raw vegan cuisine. After all, he wasn't recipient of Food & Wine Magazine's prestigious "America's Best New Chef" award for nothing. This simple-to-prepare recipe has all the rich, vibrant complexity of a traditional gourmet dessert, without all the refined sugar, eggs, butter or flour. And trust me, you won't miss those.
Please enjoy this delicious showcase of Matthew Kenney's philosophy: bringing together culinary art and ultimate nutrition.
Lemon Bavarois with Raspberry Syrup
This is my submission to Sarah at Dead Easy Desserts for the August 2014 Raspberry Theme!
Lemon Bavarois with Raspberry Syrup
(Serves 8 – a little goes a long way- it's rich!)
Ingredients:
BAVAROIS
2 cups cashews, soaked
1/2 cup lemon juice (taste as you go, depends on how tart you like it)
2/3 cup raw coconut nectar, maple syrup (grade B), or raw honey (I've updated this from the original recipe, which calls for agave. Cocount nectar is only 10% fructose as compared to agave which is 97%!)
2/3 cup coconut oil, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup lemon zest (taste as you go, I only used 2 Tbsp)
Blend cashews, lemon juice and agave in a high-speed blender until smooth. Gradually add coconut oil and remaining ingredients; continue to blend until smooth. Fill Serving dishes (I used 8, 3.5 oz. freezer-safe, juice glasses. Tiny ramekins would work well too.) half full with aproximately half the Bavarois mixture and allow to set in freezer until partially set.
Meanwhile, make Raspberry Syrup by blending all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth. Pour syrup over partially set Bavarois and top with remaining Bavarois. Return to freezer until set.
Remove from freezer and garnish with orange zest to serve.
**Mine doesn't appear layered because I goofed the 1st time making:-) However, it still tasted amazing!
How about a few random, quick sketches from my Moleskine notebook today? I'm working on overcoming my fear of vulnerability and being that my sketchbooks feel private it seems a decent place to start. I stopped using pencil/eraser/charcoal long ago as I can't stand the contagious smear-factor & eraser confetti. Always pen. Fast. Energetic. No erasing.
Hmmm… Two topics are coming up: Art as it relates to life
&
An update on one of the series of experiments in the adventure of my life.
Art as it relates to life: I'm usually repelled by the latest bandwagon, preferring to take the path that speaks to my true nature. When things become too popular it's as if they lose their authenticity. But see, i'm already off-topic. And that's ok. Simply because it's not ok. So. What draws me to art is not only my history with it, having grown up drawing & painting as the daughter of an artist, but even more so, the ability art has to teach me presence. My second lesson (yes, I know, I skipped the 1st) in presence took place back in college. Though, at the time, I didn't realize I'd discovered 'presence' per se, just that I loved the experience more than anything else in the world…
There i'd stood for hours in the studio of the empty art building, late at night. floor-to-ceiling windows filled with dark evening, tall against the bright studio light. time had ceased. i'd been set free. one with brush, paint, the world, my canvas. nothing mattered. no problems. there was only purity. peace. love. gratitude.
I remember practically floating home to our off-campus house. Filled with joy. I'd found my life's calling!
I realize now that it doesn't matter what I do. It's not what but how. I suppose if I had to put it in terms of do, I want to… spend my life in presence. And for some lucky reason, painting has the capacity to illustrate that for me- what presence is. It's letting go. A freedom and easiness. Not trying hard. A commitment through simply showing up. Most importantly it has nothing to do with me. In fact, I learn how to get out of the way. I learn this through meditation also. And sometimes, yet rarely, through conscious choice no matter what I'm doing.
I'd like to continue to be a lot more open on StyleNectar, about things that really matter to me. Perhaps I'll share a poem and it will go unoticed by the masses. that's ok. Perhaps those readers who look forward to my healthed-up cupcakes will yawn at my favorite choral piece. No, I still don't think I'm going to begin photographing my food with tea-towels on a rotating variation of wood slabs. Yes, my photos will mostly be taken at dinnertime, after the natural light of day has unfortunately passed, when we're starving and just want to eat our food rather than wait for me to take pictures of it until it gets cold:-) No, probably no instagrams either.
I'm going to be me. Not that I haven't been. But I'm constantly growing and this blog is going to reflect that.
What was the other topic- I've already forgotten:-) Oh yes, An update on one of the series of experiments in the adventure of my life. As you may recall, this summer we launched head first into a Raw, Vegan lifestyle. It makes a person feel amazing! However, now that the weather is cooling and I've figured out just how much time it takes to strictly follow a raw, vegan lifestyle, I'm shifting to a nutritarian lifestyle. Basically, it's the same thing, just allowing for cooked food too! I'll share more on this later.
Until next time, here are a few quick sketches from my Moleskine which I may be turning into paintings one day soon. Oddly, the 1st two are my faves, yet they ended up posting incredibly tiny in an unfairly shrunken & sparse representation:-) If you're so inclined, feel free to click on them for a larger, better view.
I'll continue sharing a few pages here & there going forward.
xoxo
~juliane
sandy path to Madeket Beach, Nantucket, summer 2012.
some dunes, sand & ocean. Madaket Beach. Nantucket, summer 2012.
overlooking the front yard, driveway & woods, summer 2012.
partial view of cast iron urn of pansies on front steps. fall 2012.
sitting on the front steps. fall 2012.
Are you a meditator? If so, how did you get started?
Or, simply tell me what's going on with you so we can share your in your journey!
https://stylenectar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/stylenectar.png00Juliane Porterhttps://stylenectar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/stylenectar.pngJuliane Porter2012-09-27 19:29:162025-12-06 15:02:44a peek inside my moleskine notebook
I don't know about you, but I definitely have a sweet tooth. I love (raw) chocolate… and (vegan) ice-cream… and all the sorts of things that make one energized, happy and feeling fabulous in body, mind and spirit. Wait! You say. That sounds too good to be true! Does something with all that actually exist? In fact it does. It's called…
The Happy Shake!
Inspired by supremely talented raw food chef, Stacy Stowers, this superfoods-galore smoothie, disguised as creamy, chocolate, soft-serve ice-cream, is so unbelievable it's become a staple at "Blissed Out", the Organic Juice & Smoothie Bar on Martha's Vineyard. So, next time you're visiting the Vineyard, make sure you stop in to try it out… just kidding, of course I have shared my version of the recipe below:-)
Jim and I enjoy The Happy Shake as a decadent morning kickstart. Be prepared to experience exuberant energy, an outstanding mood and satiation likely to take you well beyond lunchtime. When you wake up the next day, don't be suprised if you feel extraordinarily well rested. Perhaps you may even notice a new glow to your complexion…
then you'll know how this recipe got it's name 😉
The Happy Shake
The Happy Shake (Serves 1)
INGREDIENTS & METHOD: Make sure you follow the method exactly! You will need a high-powered blender such as a Vitamix.
1. Liquid Base.
Start with 1/2 cup water
Add 4 cups loosely packed spinach
Add a Good FAT. You need the good fat for metabolizing the spinach and keeping you satisfied for hours. You may choose from: 1 Tbs. Hemp or Chia Seed or 1/4 Avocado
2. The Happy Part…
1/2 Tbs. Maca Powder for stamina, endurance and mental clarity.
1 Tbs. Raw Cacao Powder for that HAPPY BLISS feeling.
A great option for some additional alkalizing GREENS… add 1/2 Tbs. Vitamineral Green Powder or Spirulina (I always add it)
Liquid Stevia to taste
3. DO NOT add fruit yet… Blend preceding ingredients into a green concoction FIRST!
4. Finally, add 1 1/2 cups frozen blueberries & 1 frozen banana to your green concoction & blend into a chocolate, soft-serve ice-cream. BLUEberries + GREEN = Chocolate BROWN!
5. Optional: top with a teaspoon of cacao nibs.
Now go out and have the BEST Day Ever!
* Superfood Note: Super Foods like Maca and Cacao are very powerful foods bordering on medicine. This is a good time to do your own research on these two amazing foods. Start in small doses and listen to your body.
Being a Nutritarian
I promised, a few weeks back, to update you on how I'm tweaking my mostly raw, vegan lifestyle to a nutritarian point of view. First, let me preface that I think the whole process should be fun and the best approach to be open minded. This is a work in progress, and rather than holding myself to the strictest standards I will always feel reasonably comfortable compromising here and there. That said, my primary interest is taking the best possible care of myself, in a SUSTAINABLE manner, so that I can feel great, look my best and enjoy life to the max!
I've always been fascinated by how nutrition affects the way our bodies operate and ultimately, the way we feel and function as a result. Through my research, I came across the highly regarded, Dr. Joel Fuhrman, auther of the excellent book, "Eat to Live," among others, and creator of the Nutrient Density-based food pyramid below. Dr. Fuhrman explains the scientific evidence and first rate studies behind the very latest findings for how a "high-nutrient, vegetable-based diet style is the key to optimal health, increased longevity and disease prevention." In fact, he states, "high-nutrient eating, as a therapeutic intervention, is most often MORE effective than drugs and surgery at restoring health from chronic diseases."
Fuhrman isn't shy about exposing the myriad myths and total misinformation propulgated by industries with a vested interest in consumers buying their products (dairy, animal products, grains to name a few). Neither is he shy to point out the current recommendations/food pyramid guidelines offered by the FDA are totally off base, "listing protective foods as 'side dishes,' and allowing the vast majority of calories to be obtained from nutrient poor foods." The bottom line is that it's important for each one of us to become experts on our own bodies and how to support them, rather than blindly following the advice of industry-biased experts, the government, or even doctors (most of whom don't receive training in nutrition).
What has become lost in the bombardment of messaging & advertising all skewed to sell products, is the simple fact that our genetics have only a 10% impact on how healthy we are– the rest is very much in our hands! But that sort of information doesn't support a dependence on pharmaceuticals/insurance/products being sold by billion dollar industries. Therefore, the majority of the population get brainwashed into thinking osteoporosis, obesity, heart disease and breast cancer are a matter of either time or fate.
The truth is the foods we choose to put into our bodies have the power to heal, protect and nourish us in incredibly powerful ways! For example, Dr. Fuhrman points out, the very battle on breast cancer is being approached from the absolute wrong angle. There are tons of proven studies that show how specific nutritional application can kill/reverse/prevent breast cancer cells.
He states, "Mammograms for 'early detection' are not the only defense and do not even offer significant benefits. The scientific evidence shows that women do have the power to protect themselves against breast cancer with powerful preventive lifestyle measures." "[There are] foods that help to prevent the cancerous transformation of normal cells, and keep the body armed and ready to attack any pre-cancerous or cancerous cells that may arise."
But do many people know about this? Why not? Aren't these simple, preventative measures a huge part of the message to be spreading?
Once you've equipped yourself with just some the amazing knowledge behind how nutrition works, (check out www.diseaseproof.com) there will be no stopping you on your own quest to benenfit from the power it can have on your life. It's a little shocking at first, to realize most of what we've been taught is good for us, isn't in fact good for us at all. However, read up on the impact of dairy, animal products, excessive protein and processed food consumption and it won't be hard to start phasing them out. Read up on the amazing benefits of eating greens, berries, mushrooms, seeds and beans and you'll be running to the grocery store to fill up on everything you've been missing! The great part is that you'll begin seeing the benefits almost immediately.
Later this week I'll be presenting a wonderful Nutritarian lunch option both adults and kiddos will love! (In fact Jim and I have it for lunch quite often.) I'll also share a resource for an awesome 1/2 hour full-body workout I've been doing 3 times a week which is excellent for toning, strengthening and cardiovascular training in one quick, fun workout. One of the best kept secrets out there may be that you don't have to kill yourself to have a killer body! My personal approach to nutrition and fitness has been to find a SUSTAINABLE way of eating healthy and staying fit. I want to be happy and active until I'm at least 120 years old! Combining a nutritarian diet (with my own personalized modifications) and a consistent yet light approach to exercise removes cravings and keeps me energized.
Dr. Fuhrman's Nutritarian Food Pyramid.
Are you thinking about becoming a Nutritarian?
Have you ever experimented with a Vegan or Vegetarian Lifestyle?
You may also enjoy: Sweet & Tangy Power Green Juice!
&
Cozy Tuscan White Bean & Veggie Soup!
**I am not a healthcare practitioner or provider. To the extent that any information is provided through this website, it is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute or substitute for medical advice or counseling, the practice of medicine including but not limited to psychiatry, psychology, psychotherapy or the provision of health care diagnosis or treatment, the creation of a physician-patient or clinical relationship, or an endorsement, a recommendation or a sponsorship of any third party, product or service by me. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements available on this website have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Lemon Bavarois with Raspberry Syrup
Lemon Bavarois with Raspberry Syrup
Lemon Bavarois with Raspberry Syrup
Lemon Bavarois with Raspberry Syrup
a peek inside my moleskine notebook
How about a few random, quick sketches from my Moleskine notebook today? I'm working on overcoming my fear of vulnerability and being that my sketchbooks feel private it seems a decent place to start. I stopped using pencil/eraser/charcoal long ago as I can't stand the contagious smear-factor & eraser confetti. Always pen. Fast. Energetic. No erasing.
Hmmm… Two topics are coming up: Art as it relates to life
&
An update on one of the series of experiments in the adventure of my life.
Art as it relates to life: I'm usually repelled by the latest bandwagon, preferring to take the path that speaks to my true nature. When things become too popular it's as if they lose their authenticity. But see, i'm already off-topic. And that's ok. Simply because it's not ok. So. What draws me to art is not only my history with it, having grown up drawing & painting as the daughter of an artist, but even more so, the ability art has to teach me presence. My second lesson (yes, I know, I skipped the 1st) in presence took place back in college. Though, at the time, I didn't realize I'd discovered 'presence' per se, just that I loved the experience more than anything else in the world…
There i'd stood for hours in the studio of the empty art building, late at night. floor-to-ceiling windows filled with dark evening, tall against the bright studio light. time had ceased. i'd been set free. one with brush, paint, the world, my canvas. nothing mattered. no problems. there was only purity. peace. love. gratitude.
I remember practically floating home to our off-campus house. Filled with joy. I'd found my life's calling!
I realize now that it doesn't matter what I do. It's not what but how. I suppose if I had to put it in terms of do, I want to… spend my life in presence. And for some lucky reason, painting has the capacity to illustrate that for me- what presence is. It's letting go. A freedom and easiness. Not trying hard. A commitment through simply showing up. Most importantly it has nothing to do with me. In fact, I learn how to get out of the way. I learn this through meditation also. And sometimes, yet rarely, through conscious choice no matter what I'm doing.
I'd like to continue to be a lot more open on StyleNectar, about things that really matter to me. Perhaps I'll share a poem and it will go unoticed by the masses. that's ok. Perhaps those readers who look forward to my healthed-up cupcakes will yawn at my favorite choral piece. No, I still don't think I'm going to begin photographing my food with tea-towels on a rotating variation of wood slabs. Yes, my photos will mostly be taken at dinnertime, after the natural light of day has unfortunately passed, when we're starving and just want to eat our food rather than wait for me to take pictures of it until it gets cold:-) No, probably no instagrams either.
I'm going to be me. Not that I haven't been. But I'm constantly growing and this blog is going to reflect that.
What was the other topic- I've already forgotten:-) Oh yes, An update on one of the series of experiments in the adventure of my life. As you may recall, this summer we launched head first into a Raw, Vegan lifestyle. It makes a person feel amazing! However, now that the weather is cooling and I've figured out just how much time it takes to strictly follow a raw, vegan lifestyle, I'm shifting to a nutritarian lifestyle. Basically, it's the same thing, just allowing for cooked food too! I'll share more on this later.
Until next time, here are a few quick sketches from my Moleskine which I may be turning into paintings one day soon. Oddly, the 1st two are my faves, yet they ended up posting incredibly tiny in an unfairly shrunken & sparse representation:-) If you're so inclined, feel free to click on them for a larger, better view.
I'll continue sharing a few pages here & there going forward.
xoxo
~juliane
sandy path to Madeket Beach, Nantucket, summer 2012.
some dunes, sand & ocean. Madaket Beach. Nantucket, summer 2012.
overlooking the front yard, driveway & woods, summer 2012.
partial view of cast iron urn of pansies on front steps. fall 2012.
sitting on the front steps. fall 2012.
Are you a meditator? If so, how did you get started?
Or, simply tell me what's going on with you so we can share your in your journey!
A Sunset
(From "Feuilles d'Automne")
~Victor Hugo (1802-1885)
This English translation of "A Sunset" was composed by Francis Thompson (1859-1907).
The Happy Shake
The Happy Shake, recipe created by Stacy Stowers
I don't know about you, but I definitely have a sweet tooth. I love (raw) chocolate… and (vegan) ice-cream… and all the sorts of things that make one energized, happy and feeling fabulous in body, mind and spirit. Wait! You say. That sounds too good to be true! Does something with all that actually exist? In fact it does. It's called…
The Happy Shake!
Inspired by supremely talented raw food chef, Stacy Stowers, this superfoods-galore smoothie, disguised as creamy, chocolate, soft-serve ice-cream, is so unbelievable it's become a staple at "Blissed Out", the Organic Juice & Smoothie Bar on Martha's Vineyard. So, next time you're visiting the Vineyard, make sure you stop in to try it out… just kidding, of course I have shared my version of the recipe below:-)
Jim and I enjoy The Happy Shake as a decadent morning kickstart. Be prepared to experience exuberant energy, an outstanding mood and satiation likely to take you well beyond lunchtime. When you wake up the next day, don't be suprised if you feel extraordinarily well rested. Perhaps you may even notice a new glow to your complexion…
then you'll know how this recipe got it's name 😉
The Happy Shake
The Happy Shake (Serves 1)
INGREDIENTS & METHOD: Make sure you follow the method exactly! You will need a high-powered blender such as a Vitamix.
1. Liquid Base.
2. The Happy Part…
3. DO NOT add fruit yet… Blend preceding ingredients into a green concoction FIRST!
4. Finally, add 1 1/2 cups frozen blueberries & 1 frozen banana to your green concoction & blend into a chocolate, soft-serve ice-cream. BLUEberries + GREEN = Chocolate BROWN!
5. Optional: top with a teaspoon of cacao nibs.
Now go out and have the BEST Day Ever!
* Superfood Note: Super Foods like Maca and Cacao are very powerful foods bordering on medicine. This is a good time to do your own research on these two amazing foods. Start in small doses and listen to your body.
You may also enjoy: Poached Egg Topped Quinoa Cakes