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Cucumber and lemon are natural diuretics that aid digestion and control appetite. Ginger and spearmint relieve bloating and also improve digestion.

Makes 4 ounces | Aloe vera and rose water soothe, hydrate, and condition;
rooibos tea is a powerful antioxidant rich in vitamins and minerals, including zinc and vitamin D. This toner is best for normal to dry, combination, acne-prone, rosacea-prone, and maturing skin; it helps to balance skin’s pH, remove excess oil, and close and tighten pores.

This savory tart makes a wonderful lunch or dinner entrée served with a green salad.

For kids and adults alike, these homemade Popsicle recipes are your best bet for a cool summer snack.

An addictive snack or side dish. Plantains look like large green bananas but have a higher starch content and milder taste. Ripe plantains are yellow with black patches and may appear bruised. To peel a plantain, first cut off the ends, and then make five lengthwise slits in the peel, trying to avoid cutting deeply into the flesh. Lift up the tip of the peel and run your thumb along one of the slits, pulling back and removing the peel.

An elegant, supereasy dessert.

This entree goes well over bean or rice thread noodles (to “cook,” soak noodles for 10 minutes in hot water). Use gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce for GF kabobs.

Serve atop cooked millet or quinoa.

Use a toothpick to create two holes in each cherry tomato; this helps the marinade to flavor the insides. Soak bamboo skewers for 30 minutes before using to avoid burning. Serve these veggies alongside grilled tofu and seafood, or as a side dish with pasta. For a gluten-free version, swap GF tamari for the soy sauce.