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tablet_text_alignment=\u201cdefault\u201d phone_text_alignment=\u201cdefault\u201d background_color_opacity=\u201c1\u201d background_hover_color_opacity=\u201c1\u201d column_backdrop_filter=\u201cnone\u201d column_shadow=\u201cnone\u201d column_border_radius=\u201cnone\u201d column_link_target=\u201c_self\u201d column_position=\u201cdefault\u201d gradient_direction=\u201cleft_to_right\u201d overlay_strength=\u201c0.3\u201d width=\u201c1\/1\u201d tablet_width_inherit=\u201cdefault\u201d animation_type=\u201cdefault\u201d bg_image_animation=\u201cnone\u201d border_type=\u201csimple\u201d column_border_width=\u201cnone\u201d column_border_style=\u201csolid\u201d][vc_column_text] Preparing comfort food doesn\u2019t always mean unhealthy meals that are overindulgent. In fact, there are many healthy variations on classic comfort meals that taste just as good, if not better, and still provide you with that hearty, warm feeling that makes them so enjoyable. Eating meals full of whole, unrefined ingredients will make you and whoever you share your recipes with feel happy, healthy, and comforted even when the temperature begins to dip.Comfort Food Favourites\u00b7 Vegetable Pot Pie \u2013 Make individual servings in ramekins to help control portion sizes. Add various vegetables to the filling, such as mushrooms, carrots, peas, onion, and celery. Season with spices of your choice. Create a creamy sauce with vegetable broth and a whole grain or chickpea flour. Top with phyllo or skip the crust and top with mashed sweet potatoes or cauliflower for a comfort food with a nutrient-rich twist.\u00b7 Meatless Quinoa Chilli \u2013 Loaded with protein and fibre, this chilli is a comfort food that is filling and healthy. Select your vegetables of choice. Great options here include tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, carrots, chilli peppers, and corn. Add these along with your quinoa, black beans, spices and vegetable broth to a slow cooker and cook for 2.5\u22123 hours on high or 5\u2009\u2013\u20096 hours on low. Top with avocado and a sour cream alternative by blending soaked cashews with lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, a pinch of salt, and a splash of water until smooth \u2013 high in healthy fats and protein.\u00b7 Baked Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese \u2013 Add 2 cups almond, oat, or coconut milk, 2 tbsp olive oil or vegan butter, spices, and 1 box of your gluten-free pasta noodles (like brown rice, chickpea, or lentil pasta) to a pot and cook until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has become thick. Add in 1 cup pumpkin pur\u00e9e and \u00bd cup dairy-free cheese (like cashew cheese) and mix. Top with gluten-free bread crumbs or crushed nuts or seeds (pumpkin seeds or chopped almonds) and bake until golden brown.\u00b7 Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas \u2013 To create this comfort food, heat a skillet, adding onions and sweet potatoes. Add water, cover, and cook until the potatoes are done. Add spices and black beans and cook for another few minutes. To make the enchiladas, scoop the mixture onto tortillas, roll, and top with a non-dairy cheese and enchilada sauce (preferably made from tomato paste & low-sodium vegetable broth & spices). Pour some sauce into the bottom of a casserole dish and add the rolled enchiladas. Bake, and garnish with tomatoes, avocados, and more sauce if desired.\u00b7 Creamy Pumpkin Soup \u2013 Start with boiling water. Add pumpkin, spices, tomatoes, carrots, and green onions. Cook until the pumpkin becomes fork-soft. Remove from the heat and blend. Once the soup is smooth, add coconut milk and simmer for 5 minutes to thicken. A comfort food that few can resist.\u00b7 Shepherd\u2019s Pie \u2013 Prepare the meat or vegetable filling. Mix in the accompaniments such as mushrooms, carrots, and onions. Add in whole grain or chick pea flour to coat the mixture and pour broth over the top to thicken and create a gravy. Put the mixture into a casserole dish and top with mashed potatoes (or mashed sweet potatoes). Bake, and then broil on low to brown the potatoes. This comfort food is particularly welcome on a cold winter\u2019s eve. Learning how ingredients affect the body is an important step in becoming a holistic nutritionist. If your love of cooking, particularly comfort food, is matched by your passion for taking care of people in a healthy, natural way, the role of a holistic nutritionist is an excellent career path for you. At Edison Institute of Nutrition, we offer a variety of online courses to help you establish a new career.Edison Institute of Nutrition is internationally recognized in Canada for its nutrition programs and provides online courses worldwide. These courses are designed to meet a variety of nutrition-related guidelines, including:\u00b7 Achieving better health\u00b7 Learning about holistic nutrition\u00b7 How to become a holistic nutrition resource for others\u00b7 Studying the Science of Food, Anatomy & Physiology, Nutrient Composition, & more\u00b7 Pursuing a professional certification in holistic nutritionEarn a Diploma in Holistic Nutrition. We strive to provide you with the knowledge to live well and stay healthy. We are an internationally recognized school offering online nutrition training. If you\u2019d like to learn more about any of our programs, call us today at 1\u2212800\u2212456\u22129313 or contact us online. 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