Chef Jeremy Leonard Hansen of Forest Glen Kitchen
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Chef Jeremy Leonard Hansen of Forest Glen Kitchen
@jlhansen.bsky.social
Forest Glen, a kitchen, bakery, green house, & a forest. Cooking functional food, JBF semi. 2015. Fighting epilepsy. 98% plants.
Chayote Squash: The Low-Calorie Superfood
Mild, crisp, & versatile, chayote is rich in vitamin C, folate, & potassium. Boosts heart health, hydration, cell repair, & supports pregnancy. Perfect raw in salads, roasted, steamed, in soups. Low in calories & carbs for weight management!
#FoodAsMedicine
December 17, 2024 at 2:47 PM
Black Sapote: The Chocolate Pudding Fruit
tropical, creamy, chocolate-like flavor, is low in calories, high in vitamin C, & packed with fiber, potassium, and iron. Boosts immunity, & digestion, naturally sweet. Eat fresh, in smoothies, or desserts!

#FoodAsMedicine #vegan #plantbased #plantpowered
December 16, 2024 at 1:58 PM
Jujube Fruit: Ancient Stress Reliever
This sweet, chewy fruit is packed with vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and calming saponins. Boosts immunity, improves sleep, reduces anxiety, & supports skin health. Tasty snack, in tea, or desserts for natural wellness!

#JujubeFruit #StressRelief #FoodAsMedicine
December 15, 2024 at 3:45 PM
Huitlacoche: The Mexican Truffle,This savory corn fungus is a protein-rich delicacy packed with lysine for muscle repair, fiber for gut health, and antioxidants to reduce inflammation. Perfect in tacos, soups, or quesadillas, boost immunity and wellness!

#Huitlacoche #FoodAsMedicine #MexicanTruffle
December 14, 2024 at 5:32 PM
Makrut or kaffir Lime Leaves: Citrus for Wellness, rich in limonene & antioxidants, these aromatic leaves boost mental clarity, reduce stress, aid digestion, & support immunity. Perfect for curries, soups, teas, sweets. Crush to release their oils & flavor!
#FoodAsMedicine #BrainClarity
#veganfoodie
December 13, 2024 at 3:19 PM
Oca Tubers: The Lost Crop of the Incas
Bright, tangy, and sweetened by sunlight, oca is rich in vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants like flavonoids. It boosts energy, immunity, and heart health while supporting brain function. Roast, boil, or slice into salads!

#FoodAsMedicine #EpilepsySupport
December 12, 2024 at 2:38 PM
Yacón Root: Gut-Friendly Sweetener. This tuber is rich in prebiotic fiber (FOS) that boosts gut health and balances blood sugar, making it diabetic-friendly. Eat raw, juiced, as syrup for a low-calorie, natural sweetener that supports digestion & brain health!

#YaconRoot #GutHealth #FoodAsMedicine
December 11, 2024 at 2:50 PM
Shungiku: The Edible Chrysanthemum 🌿
This leafy green, rich in beta-carotene, vitamins A & C, potassium, and fiber, supports vision, immunity, digestion, and detoxification. Perfect in soups, salads, or sautéed, it’s a flavorful, nutrient-packed addition to your meals!

#FoodAsMedicine #GutHealth
December 10, 2024 at 2:37 PM
Pandan Leaf: Superfood
Found in Southeast Asia, pandan is more than flavor, its antioxidants & essential oils promote sleep, ease anxiety, aid digestion, & reduce inflammation. Use it in rice, desserts, teas, or a natural dye for vibrant green dishes!

#PandanLeaf #FoodAsMedicine #EpilepsySupport
December 9, 2024 at 1:45 PM
Compressed wild mushroom of lion’s main in a mushroom tare, with shaved root vegetables and miso salad, chili crunch and threads. #plantbased #FoodAsMedicine #BrainHealth #EpilepsySupport #GutBrainConnection #veganfood
December 9, 2024 at 12:49 AM
Camu camu, an Amazonian berry, the highest natural vitamin C content-up to 60x more than oranges. Rich in antioxidants like flavonoids, it boosts immunity, reduces inflammation, combats fatigue, supports brain health, making it ideal for conditions like epilepsy.

#FoodAsMedicine #EpilepsySupport
December 8, 2024 at 2:54 PM
Freekeh: Ancient grain
A chewy grain has triple the fiber, plus protein, iron, & magnesium for gut, brain, and heart health. Supports digestion, sustained energy, & may aid epilepsy through the gut-brain axis. Perfect in salads, soups, or pilafs!

#FreekehSupergrain #EpilepsySupport #FoodAsMedicine
December 7, 2024 at 3:10 PM
As a 95% plant-based chef, I respect all food preferences and aim to create healthy meals for everyone, including meat dishes. While I prefer vegetables, my focus is nourishing food. For our family, living with epilepsy makes keto the norm—here’s spinach and farm eggs, with Ashwagandha & moringa ✌️
December 6, 2024 at 5:00 PM
Cherimoya:Tropical Superfruit, Creamy & sweet like banana & pineapple, cherimoya is rich in vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and acetogenins. Supports brain health, gut balance, and heart health. Perfect fresh, in smoothies, or desserts! Avoid the seeds.

#CherimoyaFruit #EpilepsySupport #FoodAsMedicine
December 6, 2024 at 2:41 PM
From the farm, for my guests. Tasting menu from summer, 7 courses, vegan and delicious. If you like what I’m posting let me know and I’ll keep it up. 🙏🙏🙏 #vegan #foodasmedicine #organicvegetables
December 5, 2024 at 6:37 PM
Barberries: Ancient Superfood
Barberries, rich in vitamin C, fiber, & berberine, support blood sugar regulation, heart health, immunity, & gut-brain balance. Their tart flavor shines in Persian rice, sauces, or as a dried snack. Soak to soften tartness!

#Barberries #FoodAsMedicine #AntioxidantRich
December 5, 2024 at 2:15 PM
Vichyssoise:
Potato leek soup is traditionally a cold summertime soup loved in France. But this fall, in Oregon City, I make it warm. Garnished with mint, basil, cilantro, chives, pistachios, and pomegranates. Spices used paprika, coriander, cayenne & gchugaru.
December 5, 2024 at 3:00 AM
Fonio: Africa’s Supergrain
This gluten-free gem is packed with methionine & cysteine (rare amino acids), fiber, iron, & magnesium, supports brain health, great for epilepsy, digestion, energy, & more. Cooks in 5 mins,perfect for porridge, salads, or as a rice sub.
#FoodAsMedicine #EpilepsySupport
December 4, 2024 at 2:17 PM
Risotto:
An Italian classic. I love A. Bordains go risotto episode. today's risotto is made with carnaroli, it’s creamier, a texture desired especially when made vegan. made with foraged chanterelles, lions Maine, maitake, and some crimini, wood ears, & shiitake. with apples, pears, persimmons
December 4, 2024 at 5:13 AM
Soursop: Superfruit
packed with acetogenins (studied for anti-cancer potential), antioxidants for brain, fiber for gut balance, and vitamin C for immunity. Enjoy raw, in smoothies, or desserts. Avoid seeds,eat in moderation for maximum benefits!

#SoursopBenefits #FoodAsMedicine #TropicalSuperfruit
December 3, 2024 at 3:21 PM
Laver seaweed is a vegan, B12 powerhouse, boosting energy, brain health, & thyroid function. Packed with omega-3s, iodine, & iron, nutrient-dense superfood that supports overall wellness, & neurological health. Delicious in sushi or as laverbread!
#FoodAsMedicine #BrainHealth #EpilepsySupport
December 2, 2024 at 1:58 PM
Romanesco Broccoli: Ancient Beauty, Modern Superfood 🥦✨
Packed with vitamin K for bone health, antioxidants to fight inflammation, and fiber for gut-brain balance, this 16th-century Italian gem is as nutritious as it is visually stunning. A true masterpiece of flavor and function. #FoodAsMedicine
December 1, 2024 at 2:02 PM
Hawaiian Purple Sweet Potato
Packed with anthocyanins, these vibrant tubers fight oxidative stress, reduce inflammation, and support brain & gut health. High in fiber, vitamins A & C, they’re as beautiful as they are nutritious.

#PurpleSweetPotato #FunctionalFood #FoodAsMedicine #HealthyEating
November 30, 2024 at 2:43 PM
Amaranth: The Ancient Grain for Modern Wellness
•Complete protein with all 9 essential amino acids
•Packed with magnesium, iron & calcium for energy & bone health
•High fiber for gut & heart health
•Naturally gluten-free
#AmaranthPower #FunctionalFood #AncientGrains #FoodAsMedicine
November 29, 2024 at 2:20 PM
What are Wood Ear Mushrooms? 🍄 A unique, jelly-like mushroom rich in polysaccharides that boost circulation & improve skin elasticity. Perfect in Asian soups or stir-fries for a healthy, silky texture!

#FunctionalMedicine #FoodAsMedicine #HealthyEating #MushroomFacts #SkinHealth #WellnessJourney
November 28, 2024 at 2:32 PM