Plantar Fasciitis-- the pain can affect you from head to toe... Although plantar fasciitis is a painful, sometimes debilitating, foot condition, there are effective exercises, natural treatments, and suggestions for healing without expensive orthotics or operations What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is a common foot ailment that affects many individuals, causing pain and discomfort in the heel and the bottom of the foot. This condition occurs when the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that connects the heel to the toes, becomes inflamed. The plantar fascia supports the arch of the foot and absorbs shock during activities like walking, running, and jumping. Here, we will explore who is prone to experiencing it, and provide a comprehensive list of non-surgical exercises and treatments that don't rely on expensive orthotics or operations. Standard Treatment Options Rest and Ice: Resting the affected foot and applying ice can help re
Barley Porridge
Serves 2-4
INGREDIENTS:
1 1/4 cups organic barley flour
4 cups almond milk, or other milk of choice
sea salt
6 large medjool dates, pitted and chopped
2/3 cups chopped walnuts
4 tablespoons raw honey (other sweetener, like maple syrup, for children under 1 year)
METHOD:
1. Whisk the barley flour in the almond milk over medium heat in a medium size pot. Be sure to bring all the flour into play and stir until smooth and beginning to bubble.
2. Turn the heat down as boil begins and allow the porridge to simmer gently for about 5 minutes. (Watch to prevent burning, whisk if needed)
3. Remove from heat, salt to taste, and spoon porridge into bowls. Add the dates, walnuts and honey as desired. (And our family always adds berries).
4. Enjoy!
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