Vanilla-Almond Stuffed Dates

10 Dates (pitted)

1/2 cup Almond Butter (raw, unsalted)

1 tbsp. Vanilla Extract

Pinch of Sea Salt

(Serves 3-4)

In a bowl, thoroughly combine almond butter, vanilla, and salt.  Split dates the long way without piercing the bottom side, "unfold the dates", and stuff them with approximately 1 tsp. almond butter mixture. 

Tastes like candy! 

This is a great after-school snack!

African Lentil Soup

16 oz. dried lentils

1 carton of vegetable broth

1 carton of water (re-use vegetable broth container)

2 carrots

4 stalks celery

2 sweet yellow onions

3 cloves garlic

½ jar tomato sauce

Use spices to taste or use the following amounts:

1/8 tsp. Crushed red pepper, 2 tbsp. Turmeric, 1/8 tsp. Cayenne pepper, 2 tbsp. Cinnamon, 1 tbsp. Ginger, 1 tbsp. Cumin, 1 tbsp. Curry, Pinch Saffron threads, ½ tsp. Pink salt

Soak lentils in water for 1-2 hours or overnight.  Place soaked lentils, chopped vegetables, spices, broth, and water in a large pot on the stovetop.  Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.  Simmer for approximately 30 minutes.  Add tomato sauce and stir to combine.  Simmer an additional 5-10 minutes to allow for flavors to combine. 

This is a warming hearty soup for those cold winter days.  Enjoy!

Dr. Klein is certified in Webster Technique!

What is Webster Technique?

The Webster technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment that reduces interference to the nerve system and balances maternal pelvic muscles and ligaments.  This in turn reduces torsion in the uterus, a cause of intra-uterine constraint of the baby and allows for optimal fetal positioning in preparation for birth.

Who can benefit from Webster Technique?

Women throughout pregnancy. 

Please visit www.icpa4kids.org for more information.