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Ginger is one of the most anti-inflammatory compounds known to man. One way to reap its benefits is to make ginger tea by using the fresh root. Simply peel, chop, and boil a whole ginger root for 10-15 minutes, and enjoy!

Giveaway!! Staying healthy is so important, that's why we're giving away a immunity support gift basket from St. Francis Herb Farm This prize includes 1x Deep Immune Kids Tincture, 1x Deep Immune Original Tincture, 1x Vitamin D-for-all, and 1x Oregano Oil RULES:... -Like this post -Tag a friend and tell us your favourite immunity secret! -Follow Choices Markets and St. Francis Herb Farm Contest closes October 29 Must be able to pick up in store

Chilli is a wonderfully filling and satisfying meal for autumn. Try this recipe from Cooking Classy for a hearty fall meal. INGREDIENTS 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 lbs lean ground beef... 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely minced 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes with green chilies* 3 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce 1/2 cup beef broth 2 Tbsp chili powder 2 1/2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp paprika 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp granulated sugar 1/2 tsp ground coriander Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 (15 oz) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 (15 oz) can light red kidney beans, drained and rinsed Shredded cheddar cheese for serving DIRECTIONS Heat olive oil in a large and deep non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute 3 minutes, then add garlic and saute 30 seconds longer. Pour onions into a 6 or 7 quart slow cooker. Return skillet to medium-high heat, add beef and cook stirring occasionally until beef has browned. Drain most of fat from beef, leaving about 2 Tbsp in with beef (this is optional, I think it ads flavour but you can drain it all if you'd prefer). Pour browned beef into slow cooker. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cocoa powder, sugar, coriander and season mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Cover with lid and cook on low heat for 5 - 6 hours. Stir in dark and light red kidney beans and allow to heat through, about 2 minutes. Serve warm with desired toppings.

Beets are a sweet and delicious super food. They pack tons of Manganese, Folate, Vitamin C & B6, and potassium into one low calorie serving! What’s your favourite way to prepare beets?

Join us for a short talk on the ways Yoga Therapy can calm the nervous system and quiet anxiety, followed by a gentle class (on chairs and standing) using breath, alignment, movement & mindfulness for healing anxiety. Register for this FREE event TODAY! https://www.choicesmarkets.com/events/

We love GT's Kombucha This is the original Kombucha brand that started the movement. Available in a multitude of flavours to suit anyone's kombucha preference. What’s your favourite kombucha flavour?

*GIVEAWAY! Win a tub of Natural Calm from Natural Calm Canada! These are a natural magnesium supplement that will help you handle the stress of everyday life. RULES -Like this post... -Follow Choices Markets and Natural Calm Canada -Tag a friend and tell us why you'd love to win! Contest closes Oct 22 Open to BC residents only, must be able to pick up in store

Halloween at Choices will be a little quieter this year. Due to the pandemic we will not be hosting our annual haunted house at our Kerrisdale & Burnaby locations. Our deepest regrets to all the parents, kids, ghosts, and goblins that usually come and celebrate Halloween with us. We hope to see you next year!

Macaroni and cheese is the ultimate cozy fall dish. Here’s a 5 recipe from The Chunky Chef that you need to try! INGREDIENTS 1 lb. dried elbow pasta 1/2 cup unsalted butter... 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups whole milk 2 1/2 cups half and half 4 cups grated medium sharp cheddar cheese - divided (measured after grating) 2 cups grated Gruyere cheese - divided (measured after grating) 1/2 Tbsp. salt 1/2 tsp. black pepper 1/4 tsp. paprika DIRECTIONS -Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and grease a 3 qt baking dish. -Add dried pasta to boiling water and cook 1 minute less than the package directs for al dente. Drain and drizzle with a little bit of olive oil to keep from sticking. -Divide grated cheese into three piles. Approximately 3 cups for the sauce, 1 1/2 cups for the inner layer, and 1 1/2 cups for the topping. -Melt butter in a large saucepan Sprinkle in flour and whisk to combine. Cook for approximately 1 minute, whisking often. Slowly pour in about 2 cups of the milk/half and half, while whisking constantly, until smooth. Slowly pour in the remaining milk/half and half, while whisking constantly, until combined and smooth. Continue to whisk and cook until thickened -Remove from the heat and stir in spices and cheese. Stir until completely melted and smooth. -In a large mixing bowl, combine drained pasta with cheese sauce, stirring to combine fully. Pour half of the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with 1 1/2 cups of grated cheeses, then top that with the remaining pasta mixture. -Sprinkle the top with the last 1 1/2 cups of cheese and bake for 15 minutes, until cheesy is bubbly and lightly golden brown.

We want to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving and a great long weekend! What are you thankful for this year?

Join Judy Holt, Certified Holistic Life Coach, to learn about how to detoxify your body and mind with a healthy cleanse daily nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. Register for this FREE event TODAY! https://www.choicesmarkets.com/events/

Want to learn new stress management techniques & accessible ideas to improve sleep for a better immune system. Join our FREE online seminar. Register today on our events page https://www.choicesmarkets.com/events/

When life hands you over-ripe bananas, make ‘nice cream’! Peel, slice, and freeze the bananas. Blend them in a blender with plant-based milk and a pinch of sea salt. Experiment by adding other flavour-packed ingredients like cacao powder, peanut butter, nuts, or berries!