— From Dr. Easton's Kitchen & Desk

Blogs & Recipes.

Practical nutrition insights, whole-food recipes, and clinical wisdom — written to help you understand your body and eat well for life.

Not Your Mama's Beets
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Not Your Mama's Beets
Darlene Easton  ·  May 25, 2024  ·  1 min read

The best pickled beets you've ever tasted — with a video recipe. High in fiber, folate, iron, and anti-inflammatory betalains.

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Are Your Supplements Farm Fresh?
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Are Your Supplements Farm Fresh?
Darlene Easton  ·  Jan 17, 2022  ·  1 min read

Standard Process — a leader in high-quality organic whole-food supplements grown on their own farms — now offers a patient direct portal.

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Stress: Learn to Ride the Dragon
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Stress: Learn to Ride the Dragon
Darlene Easton  ·  Nov 4, 2021  ·  3 min read

It's the perception that's real. How breath work and thoughtful intention can transform a stressful life into a life of managed stress.

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Ruthie's Backyard Herbal Blend
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Ruthie's Backyard Herbal Blend
Darlene Easton  ·  Oct 30, 2021  ·  4 min read

A pesto-like herbal blend named for Dr. Easton's mother Ruthie — packed with fresh basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary. Incredible for gut health.

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Bone Broth: an Elixir of Health
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Bone Broth: an Elixir of Health
Darlene Easton  ·  Oct 30, 2021  ·  3 min read

A deliciously rich therapeutic tonic used in traditional medicine for centuries — immune boosting, gut healing, and deeply nourishing.

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Pickled Red Onion in 5 Minutes
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Pickled Red Onion in 5 Minutes
Darlene Easton  ·  Apr 22, 2021  ·  2 min read

The power of the onion is mighty! A super easy and tasty way to get more quercetin, prebiotics, and onion power in your life.

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Seven C's Chili
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Seven C's Chili
Darlene Easton  ·  Mar 22, 2021  ·  3 min read

A super delicious and super healthy chili that can be made vegan or with your choice of meat — high in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients.

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Breathe Yourself Calm or, Alert
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Breathe Yourself Calm or, Alert
Darlene Easton  ·  Feb 20, 2021  ·  2 min read

Breathing is the most effective way to instantly change your state of mind and body. Learn how the diaphragm and brain connect.

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Dressings & Sauces Anyone?
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Dressings & Sauces Anyone?
Darlene Easton  ·  Jan 25, 2021  ·  4 min read

Seven scrumptious, healthy and easy dressings — Cilantro Cashew, Chimichuri, Miso Glaze, Sesame Tahini, and more.

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A Very Happy Raw Brownie
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A Very Happy Raw Brownie
Darlene Easton  ·  Jan 18, 2021  ·  2 min read

Loaded with fiber, Omega-3s, minerals and mood-elevating cacao — a superfood dessert. Have a square and be happy!

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Banana or Pumpkin Tommy Bread
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Banana or Pumpkin Tommy Bread
Darlene Easton  ·  Jan 17, 2021  ·  2 min read

Completely gluten free oatmeal banana bread — under 10 minutes of prep — with a Fruity Chia Jam recipe included.

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Easiest Seedy Crackers
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Easiest Seedy Crackers
Darlene Easton  ·  Jan 2, 2021  ·  3 min read

A whole-food, gluten-free cracker packed with sesame, pumpkin, sunflower, and chia seeds. Perfect for snacking, spreads, or canapés.

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Creating Health
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Creating Health
Darlene Easton  ·  Jul 7, 2020  ·  8 min read

Health as an expression of five key aspects — diet, exercise, sleep, mindfulness, and creativity — with a full plan for taking inventory of your habits.

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Vital Essence & Constitution
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Vital Essence & Constitution
Darlene Easton  ·  May 4, 2020  ·  2 min read

In traditional Chinese medicine, one's constitution is the canvas upon which health is painted — and essence can be cultivated.

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Who Me? Healthy?
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Who Me? Healthy?
Darlene Easton  ·  Apr 15, 2020  ·  4 min read

When was the last time you felt really well? Why most illness stems from ongoing habits — and the good news: your body wants to heal.

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