It is passion fruit season here in Australia so here is a slight twist to the normal tropical smoothie to include this gorgeous fruit to the mix. Passion fruit is a great source of, antioxidants, vitamin A, C, B-6, Potassium, Magnesium, calcium, iron, and fiber. Did you know in herbal medicine we use the passionflower leaf and the flowers for the medicinal properties that help assist with anxiety and sleep. I love it that much that the aerial parts of passionfruit are in my   Relax and Unwind tea. Nature has gifted us with some amazing plant medicine and nutrients to help keep our body healthy and strong.

The Passionfruit fruit smoothie below is high in vitamin C, which is good to consume more of us we head into winter to help keep our immune system strong.

Vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free

Basil contains essential oils of Eugenol, linalool, and citronellol that mimic over-the-counter pain medications. Basil contains enzyme-inhibiting oils, anti-inflammatory and antinociceptive actions on the body that reduce inflammation. Zucchini also contains anti-inflammatory properties, antioxidants (vitamin A, C, superoxide dismutase glutathione peroxidase). Most of these compounds can be found in the skin of zucchini in higher quantities and is best to eat the skin with the flesh for the best results.

Make sure to try this Summer French recipe during watermelon season for something different. 

This recipe is packed full of Vitamin C, A and antioxidants that will leave your skin glowing and healthy.

Grilled watermelon can be consumed savoury or sweet by the toppings and dressings you use. This recipe is for savoury watermelon, though I have had some sweet options below.

This is the perfect ice-cream to relax you at night or to soothe the anxious mind through the day.

Serves 2 to 4
This green vegetable nourish bowl is packed full of vegetables, balsamic brussel sprouts and hummus dressing. Full of flavour, protein, fibre, good fats, chlorophyll, zeaxanthin, magnesium, calcium, folate, vitamin C and beta-carotene to help keep your skin, immune and skeletal system strong.