Category: Events: Present and Upcoming

Garbanzo Beans (chickpeas)

Originating in the Middle East, Garbanzo Beans are the most widely consumed legume in the the world. They are rich in dietary fibre making them valuable for both digestive and heart health. The soluble fibre content helps to maintain blood sugar levels.

One cup of cooked Garbanzo Beans provides:              14.5 gr of protein

                                                   12.5 gr of fibre

                                                    4.7 mg of iron

Ingredients

1 can (540 ml) chickpeas, rinsed and drained well             

1 tsp. (5 ml) cumin

2 garlic cloves, minced                                                      

3/4 tsp. (4 ml) sea salt

1/4 cup (60 ml) each lemon juice and water                     

1/4 tsp (1 ml) cayenne or to taste

3 tbsp. (45 ml) tahini                                                        

1/3 cup (80 ml) olive oil

1/2 cup (125 ml) canned unsweetened pure pumpkin

CRACKERS

Flour tortillas, large or small

Olive oil

Garam masala, cumin seed and sea salt

Preparations

1. If making crackers, preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 C).
2. Place chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, water and tahini in a food processor. Whirl until smooth. Add pumpkin and seasoning. Whirl. With motor running, drizzle in oil until blended. Taste and add more lemon juice or cayenne if needed.
3. Lightly brush surface of as many tortillas as you like with oil, sprinkle with garam masala, cumin and salt. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake until crispy, 7 to 9 minutes. Cool, then break into large crackers.   Enjoy!

Makes 2 1/2 cups (625 ml) hummus.

Intro to Yoga – 4 Sessions

Fee: By Donation

Date: Tuesdays- November 1st, 8th, 15th and 20th

Time: 7:30 pm

Length: 90 minutes

Join Shayne Traviss, Yoga Therapist and founder of VividLife.me as he takes you on an introductory journey into your very own Yoga practice…..

This four session Intro to Yoga class is designed to ease you into your own Yoga practice by teaching you the foundations of prana (breath), asana (postures) and Yoga philosophy. The class will be hands on assisted to ensure ease and comfort as you begin your Yoga journey.

No Experience Required.

What is Yoga: Yoga, translated from Sanskrit means union – union of the physical body, mind, spirit and extended body or environment.

What to expect: In this class you will be introduce to yoga philosophy, breath work and postures that are created to help you become more aware in yourself: mind body and spirit. You will learn what you can do to ease your own chronic misalignment, discomfort, stress and improve your personal abilities and quality of life.

Please come with an open mind and an empty stomach. Wear shorts or leggings and a T-shirt. Bring a yoga mat, your favorite blanket and an eye pillow.

If you are recently recovering from an injury please include a doctor’s signed permission slip with your registration form. Please explain to your instructor about any physical issues, medication, recent surgeries, or if you are pregnant or menstruating.

Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Call 905-666-0005.

THURSDAY OCTOBER, 27TH 7:00 TO 10:00 PM

FEE: $30 (includes copies of material covered)

Joy Lavoie (Practitioner at NWS) is offering to share her knowledge of EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), also known as Tapping. This knowledge can be learned either in a group or at individual appointments. EFT is simple, easy to learn and an extremely effective meridian based energy modality that can help people to quickly and easily overcome long-standing fears, phobias or negative self-talk as well as releasing many physical pains and ailments

If you are interested in participating  or would like more information

please call Janice to register at 905-666-0005.

604 Brock St South, Whitby

www.naturalwellnesssolutions.ca
905-666-0005