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April 9, 2017February 12, 2020 by Jasmine Ouellette

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My name is Jasmine! I’m a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and absolute foodie from the Kawartha Lakes in Ontario Canada. Here on NourishMint Kitchen I share healthy recipes, tips for natural living, holistic health and mindfulness. You can expect to see lots of photos of lake life, delicious food, the outdoors and our black lab Otter here!

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⭐️ GIVEAWAY! ⚡️+ 3 reasons to transition t

⭐️ GIVEAWAY! ⚡️+ 3 reasons to transition to a natural skincare routine...
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I am so excited to have teamed up with @madhippiecanada for this amazing night time skincare routine giveaway! Before I tell you about the products included, here are three quick reasons why you should transition to a natural skincare routine asap!
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1. Conventional skincare often contains synthetic scents and toxins such as phthalates, parabens, EDTAs, formaldehyde releasing preservatives, petrochemicals, + more which are environmental toxins.
2. Natural skincare products are much more gentle on your skin and don’t contain hormone-disrupting toxins. Many ingredients in conventional products can irritate the skin causing further damage. These ingredients have no place in the products that we put on our bodies.
⁣3. Support small businesses! Now more than ever it is important to shop small and support small businesses that are doing good in the world. Mad Hippie is a perfect example of a business that upholds environmental and social responsibility.
⁣
I could go on - there are so many reasons to start making the switch to a more natural skin care routine. I hope that this giveaway inspires you to try out (and maybe fall in love) with some of these natural skincare products from @madhippiecanada that I’ve been enjoying lately.
⁣
Enter for a chance to win this 🧼 Cream Cleanser +⁣☀️ Triple C Night Cream⁣ duo for the ultimate night time skincare routine:
• Like this photo
• Follow @nourishmintkitchen
• Follow @madhippiecanada
• Comment below and tag a friend that would love this natural skincare duo. 1 Tag / comment. More tags = more entries.
⁣
Giveaway closes on Friday November 27th and is open to residents of Canada. You can use the code: THANKS15 for 15% off your order at sitkanaturals.ca to try any of these Mad Hippie Skin Care products + more! Enjoy!

We’re back in action after a few days no power o

We’re back in action after a few days no power over here after the wind storm on Sunday evening! ⚡️ I’m so glad to have all our creature comforts back - especially warm water and the stove! You don’t realize how reliant you are until the power goes out... 😳
⁣
You bet I’ll be taking advantage of endless cups of tea 🍵 & having a warm shower! But, I did get lots of reading done while we were offline! I finished Untamed by @glennondoyle (so good), and started on a new book called The Pull of The Stars ⭐️ by Emma Donoghue, which I’ve been flying through as well. It’s set in Dublin during the Great Flu pandemic in 1918. 📚
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I would love your book recommendations if you have something you’ve read recently that you enjoyed! Let me know in the comments, and I will add it to my Goodreads list! 😍
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#books #matcha #matchalatté #goodreads #booms #untamed #wecandohardthings #readinglist #toread #bookworm #tea #fall #winter #cozy #healthyfood #nutrition #holistichealth #wellness #healthyliving #goodmoodfood #eatwelllivewell #nourishyourbody #mindbodygreen #dailynourishment #eatwellbewell

GIVEAWAY! 🥖 🥯 👩🏼‍🍳 {CLOSED winner

GIVEAWAY! 🥖 🥯 👩🏼‍🍳 {CLOSED winner is @janelleblanchard }

If you’ve been wanting to get in on the sourdough fun but don’t know where to start, then this is for you! I’m so excited to offer this giveaway in partnership with @sourdoughschoolhouse for one lucky winner to receive free access to your choice of Shannon’s sourdough courses! She offers classes on everything you can think of - so whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned sourdough baker, there’s something here for you - including gluten free sourdough! This week, I’ve been learning how to make bagels (swipe to see my creations)!
⁣
To enter for a chance to win:
🥯 like this post
🥖 follow @nourishmintkitchen
🥯 follow @sourdoughschoolhouse
🥖 comment below and let us know where you’re at in your sourdough journey, and tag a friend that you want to share your first loaf with!! More tags = more entries, please use separate comments ☺️
Let’s get baking! 👩🏼‍🍳
⁣
Giveaway closes in 1 week and us open worldwide 🌎 since you can tune into these classes from anywhere in the world.
⁣
Ps. Believe it or not... these are the FIRST sourdough bagels I’ve ever made! 👀 😆 Not bragging, I’m just saying @sourdoughschoolhouse is an amazing teacher! I love following along with the video classes, it’s like hanging out and baking + also watching Art Attack at the same time (where my 90’s kids at?)!!! 😁 Follow along in my stories today, I’m mixing up some Pain Au Belle loaves!
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#breadscoring #foodart #sourdough #homemade #makersmovement #breadllamas #haveyouscoredtoday #makersmovement #onlinebakingclass #onlinesourdoughclass #bakersblade #breadlame #banneton #scoringsourdough #sourdoughart #sourdoughstarter #sourdoughbread #sourdoughbaking #sourdoughboule #batard #sourdoughbatard #sourdoughclub #naturalyeast #baker #smellofbread #naturallyleavened #eatbetterbread #fermentedfood #levain #naturallyfermented

This week’s warm weather has me craving all the

This week’s warm weather has me craving all the salads & BBQ dinners ☀️ Gotta enjoy this warm sunny weather while it lasts!
⁣
And Believe it or not, we’re still eating kale from my garden in November... 😅 I never thought this would be the case but I’m loving it (and freezing lots for winter too).
⁣
Here’s some salad inspo + a fun salad dressing for you to try this week! This works with whatever veggies you have in your fridge, so get creative, and enjoy! ☺️
⁣
Dressing:
- 4 tbsp tahini
- juice from 1/2 orange
- 2 cloves crushed garlic
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 4 tbsp organic extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper
⁣
Mix together for a creamy and hearty salad dressing that is packed with healthy fats! I put this on a kale quinoa salad the other night and it was so good!
⁣
The salad in this photo has: roasted beets, blueberries, blackberries, daikon radish, red onion, walnuts and sunflower seeds on top. Yumm!! What are you having for dinner on this (summery) November evening?
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#salad #saladinspo #healthyeats #tahini #saladdressing #homemade #nutrition #superfoodsalad #superfoods #anthocyanin #holistichealth #cleaneating #nutrition #holistichealing #nourish #healthyeats #eatlocal #wholefoods #organic #plantbased #healthyfats #eatwiththeseasons #guthealth #citrus #seasonal #eatwell #eatlocalgrown #foodphotography #foodtographyschool #foodtography

November sunsets & sunrises are so pretty and icy

November sunsets & sunrises are so pretty and icy cold at the same time. ❄️ The light seems so different (cooler & more blue) than in the summer, and I love the view from in here where it’s cozy & warm by the fire. 🔥
⁣
The wind was howling last night and we woke up to a dusting of snow + frost and setting moon this morning 🌖
Anyone else find it hard to sleep in after the time changes? I am a morning person so I can’t help but still get up at my regular time!
Happy Monday! ☺️
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#ontario #kawarthalakes #kawarthas #getoutside #exploreontario #island #islandlife #offthegrid #thosewhostray #cottagelife #cottage #stoneylake #stonylake #kawarthahighlands #canadagram #explorecanada #canadianlifestyle #canadiangirl #theglobewanderer #exploremore #awakenthesoul #borntoroam #girlsthatwander #mytinyatlas #darlingescapes #wonderoutdoors #adventurevisuals #wildernessculture #wondermore #autumn @kawarthanow

That thing that lights up your soul, makes you fee

That thing that lights up your soul, makes you feel creative and gives you a smile like this ☺️ >> DO it!
⁣
It’s taken me some time to figure out what I wanted to do for my career, as it does for most people. But I honestly feel more and more called to create & share healthy recipes as well as natural and eco friendly living here on IG and my blog. 😊This is my smile yesterday after shooting 2 different recipes (which look so delicious by the way)! Your mind may tell you: the market is saturated, I can’t do it because I don’t have the time and money, or my personal fave and I think the MOST common: “what could I possibly have to share or say that anyone else would want to listen to?!”
⁣
If you have a dream, run after it full force my friend! There is nothing more fulfilling than sharing your passion. Plus, don’t you want to look back and say “I tried my hardest” rather than “I wish I had tried”. Start now, even if you’re not ready!
⁣
What’s your creative dream or passion? What work would you do if there were no limitations? 👀 Who else can relate to this feeling?!
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#entrepreneur #creativeeconomy #foodphotography #blogger #foodblogger #nutitionist #holisticnutritionist #holistichealth #tilinsiders #happiness #motivation #inspiration #hustle #smallbusiness #entrepreneurs #womeninbusiness #goals #mindset #foodie #foodblog #holistichealing #nourish #livethelittlethings #healthyeats #livewell

My natural skincare routine 👇🏼 ⁣ I’ve sa

My natural skincare routine 👇🏼
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I’ve said it before... but conventional products are loaded with toxins + endocrine disruptors! When we talk about it balancing your hormones for a pain free + healthy cycle, an important step is examining your personal care products and ditching the toxins for natural alternatives. Every little change helps! If you’re just starting your journey with balancing your hormones, this is a great place to start!
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These are a few of my favourite natural products that I have been loving. A few are newer to me in the last month, but I have already fallen in love with them! This routine works for me, but find the products you love & work best for you! Here’s my night time skincare routine:
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🧼 Cleanse - I start with this Lavender Oat Milk Soothing Cleanser from @100percentpure. It’s a powder, and you just add water to about 1/4 tsp and rub your hands together to activate it. Super gentle, moisturizing and softening. It has coconut milk, colliding oatmeal, rose , lavender, calendula, chamomile and more soothing ingredients.
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💦 Tone - After that I use a witch hazel rose water toner. I’ve added a few drops of lavender and frankincense EO to this and it feels so good.
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☀️ Vitamin C Serum - this is a new one for me and came highly recommended from a few people! This one from @madhippieskinproducts has vitamin C + hyaluronic acid, aloe, chamomile and other natural ingredients. I’ve been using it for a month now and it’s life changing😍 Vitamin C stimulates your skin’s production of collagen and elastin, and brightens skin tone.
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🍄 Glow Superfood Serum - last but not least, this oil blend with avocado oil, reishi, honeysuckle, grapefruit, frankincense + other natural ingredients goes on really light and is so pure you can eat it. I like to use my jade facial roller after applying to roll away any tension and stress. Get it @foursigmatic + use code: NOURISHMINT for 15% off!
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Other faves:
• This dry brush from @shopwith.gb helps to promote circulation, detoxificaion, + removes dead skin cells for glowy skin. I do it every day before my shower!
• My fave natural deo is @routinecream deodorant. It’s 100% pure and works so well!

There’s nothing like spending the night for a sl

There’s nothing like spending the night for a sleepover at Mom & Dad’s to rejuvenate the soul. ☺️
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We’re out here at the cottage enjoying our last stay out here before closing up for winter and taking the water line out. There’s snow in the forecast this week, so next time we’re out it will likely be walking or skating over on the ice! ⛸
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Swipe >> to see our delicious breakfast on the cook stove this morning. I made baked beans and they were Mom-approved (high praise because she’s the Queen of baked beans)! @ouellette.jackie ❤️☺️🙌🏼
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Wishing you a happy Saturday! What’s are you doing this morning to relax and recharge?
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#kitchen #kitchendesign #whitekitchen #kitchenremodel #kitchendecor #kitchenrenovation #kitcheninspo #kitchencabinets #kitchenorganization #holistichealth #foodie #nutritionist #holisticnutrition #lovetocook #lovetobake #kitcheninspiration #kitchendesigns #whitedecor #bluecupboards #bluekitchen #cottagekitchen #cottagelifestyle #cottage #vintagestyle #farmhousesink #farmhousekitchen #vintagelights #edisonlights

I feel like this week’s theme is chocolate 🍫

I feel like this week’s theme is chocolate 🍫 Actually no, I just realize that’s every week’s theme over here 😆👀 I’ve always got a stash of good quality dark chocolate to snack on hand! And on days where I’m looking for something extra chocolate-y, I turn to these Double Chocolate Chickpea Brownies! They are GF, packed with protein, and free of refined sugar. Perfect for an afternoon snack with a cup of tea 🍵😍
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Next time I make these I’m going to try adding some Complete 360 or a packet of mushroom hot cacao with reishi for some chill vibes. Did you see all the mushrooms 🍄 in my giveaway post (2 posts back)?! Head to the hot chocolate post to check it out and enter!
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Link is in my bio to get the recipe for these delicious 😋 Double Chocolate Chickpea Brownies!
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#healthybaking #baking #nourishment #nourishmintkitchen #brownies #chickpeablondies #chickpeabrownies #doublechocolate #darkchocolate #rawcacao #peanutbutter #food52 #feedfeed #bakingfromscratch #healthybaking #glutenfree #dairyfree #bakingtherapy #rainyday #rainydaybaking #holisticnutrition #balance #holistichealth #holisticwellness #holistichealthcoach

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⭐️ GIVEAWAY! ⚡️+ 3 reasons to transition t

⭐️ GIVEAWAY! ⚡️+ 3 reasons to transition to a natural skincare routine...
⁣
I am so excited to have teamed up with @madhippiecanada for this amazing night time skincare routine giveaway! Before I tell you about the products included, here are three quick reasons why you should transition to a natural skincare routine asap!
⁣
1. Conventional skincare often contains synthetic scents and toxins such as phthalates, parabens, EDTAs, formaldehyde releasing preservatives, petrochemicals, + more which are environmental toxins.
2. Natural skincare products are much more gentle on your skin and don’t contain hormone-disrupting toxins. Many ingredients in conventional products can irritate the skin causing further damage. These ingredients have no place in the products that we put on our bodies.
⁣3. Support small businesses! Now more than ever it is important to shop small and support small businesses that are doing good in the world. Mad Hippie is a perfect example of a business that upholds environmental and social responsibility.
⁣
I could go on - there are so many reasons to start making the switch to a more natural skin care routine. I hope that this giveaway inspires you to try out (and maybe fall in love) with some of these natural skincare products from @madhippiecanada that I’ve been enjoying lately.
⁣
Enter for a chance to win this 🧼 Cream Cleanser +⁣☀️ Triple C Night Cream⁣ duo for the ultimate night time skincare routine:
• Like this photo
• Follow @nourishmintkitchen
• Follow @madhippiecanada
• Comment below and tag a friend that would love this natural skincare duo. 1 Tag / comment. More tags = more entries.
⁣
Giveaway closes on Friday November 27th and is open to residents of Canada. You can use the code: THANKS15 for 15% off your order at sitkanaturals.ca to try any of these Mad Hippie Skin Care products + more! Enjoy!

We’re back in action after a few days no power o

We’re back in action after a few days no power over here after the wind storm on Sunday evening! ⚡️ I’m so glad to have all our creature comforts back - especially warm water and the stove! You don’t realize how reliant you are until the power goes out... 😳
⁣
You bet I’ll be taking advantage of endless cups of tea 🍵 & having a warm shower! But, I did get lots of reading done while we were offline! I finished Untamed by @glennondoyle (so good), and started on a new book called The Pull of The Stars ⭐️ by Emma Donoghue, which I’ve been flying through as well. It’s set in Dublin during the Great Flu pandemic in 1918. 📚
⁣
I would love your book recommendations if you have something you’ve read recently that you enjoyed! Let me know in the comments, and I will add it to my Goodreads list! 😍
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.
#books #matcha #matchalatté #goodreads #booms #untamed #wecandohardthings #readinglist #toread #bookworm #tea #fall #winter #cozy #healthyfood #nutrition #holistichealth #wellness #healthyliving #goodmoodfood #eatwelllivewell #nourishyourbody #mindbodygreen #dailynourishment #eatwellbewell

GIVEAWAY! 🥖 🥯 👩🏼‍🍳 {CLOSED winner

GIVEAWAY! 🥖 🥯 👩🏼‍🍳 {CLOSED winner is @janelleblanchard }

If you’ve been wanting to get in on the sourdough fun but don’t know where to start, then this is for you! I’m so excited to offer this giveaway in partnership with @sourdoughschoolhouse for one lucky winner to receive free access to your choice of Shannon’s sourdough courses! She offers classes on everything you can think of - so whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned sourdough baker, there’s something here for you - including gluten free sourdough! This week, I’ve been learning how to make bagels (swipe to see my creations)!
⁣
To enter for a chance to win:
🥯 like this post
🥖 follow @nourishmintkitchen
🥯 follow @sourdoughschoolhouse
🥖 comment below and let us know where you’re at in your sourdough journey, and tag a friend that you want to share your first loaf with!! More tags = more entries, please use separate comments ☺️
Let’s get baking! 👩🏼‍🍳
⁣
Giveaway closes in 1 week and us open worldwide 🌎 since you can tune into these classes from anywhere in the world.
⁣
Ps. Believe it or not... these are the FIRST sourdough bagels I’ve ever made! 👀 😆 Not bragging, I’m just saying @sourdoughschoolhouse is an amazing teacher! I love following along with the video classes, it’s like hanging out and baking + also watching Art Attack at the same time (where my 90’s kids at?)!!! 😁 Follow along in my stories today, I’m mixing up some Pain Au Belle loaves!
.
.
.
.
#breadscoring #foodart #sourdough #homemade #makersmovement #breadllamas #haveyouscoredtoday #makersmovement #onlinebakingclass #onlinesourdoughclass #bakersblade #breadlame #banneton #scoringsourdough #sourdoughart #sourdoughstarter #sourdoughbread #sourdoughbaking #sourdoughboule #batard #sourdoughbatard #sourdoughclub #naturalyeast #baker #smellofbread #naturallyleavened #eatbetterbread #fermentedfood #levain #naturallyfermented

This week’s warm weather has me craving all the

This week’s warm weather has me craving all the salads & BBQ dinners ☀️ Gotta enjoy this warm sunny weather while it lasts!
⁣
And Believe it or not, we’re still eating kale from my garden in November... 😅 I never thought this would be the case but I’m loving it (and freezing lots for winter too).
⁣
Here’s some salad inspo + a fun salad dressing for you to try this week! This works with whatever veggies you have in your fridge, so get creative, and enjoy! ☺️
⁣
Dressing:
- 4 tbsp tahini
- juice from 1/2 orange
- 2 cloves crushed garlic
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 4 tbsp organic extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper
⁣
Mix together for a creamy and hearty salad dressing that is packed with healthy fats! I put this on a kale quinoa salad the other night and it was so good!
⁣
The salad in this photo has: roasted beets, blueberries, blackberries, daikon radish, red onion, walnuts and sunflower seeds on top. Yumm!! What are you having for dinner on this (summery) November evening?
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.
#salad #saladinspo #healthyeats #tahini #saladdressing #homemade #nutrition #superfoodsalad #superfoods #anthocyanin #holistichealth #cleaneating #nutrition #holistichealing #nourish #healthyeats #eatlocal #wholefoods #organic #plantbased #healthyfats #eatwiththeseasons #guthealth #citrus #seasonal #eatwell #eatlocalgrown #foodphotography #foodtographyschool #foodtography

November sunsets & sunrises are so pretty and icy

November sunsets & sunrises are so pretty and icy cold at the same time. ❄️ The light seems so different (cooler & more blue) than in the summer, and I love the view from in here where it’s cozy & warm by the fire. 🔥
⁣
The wind was howling last night and we woke up to a dusting of snow + frost and setting moon this morning 🌖
Anyone else find it hard to sleep in after the time changes? I am a morning person so I can’t help but still get up at my regular time!
Happy Monday! ☺️
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.
.
#ontario #kawarthalakes #kawarthas #getoutside #exploreontario #island #islandlife #offthegrid #thosewhostray #cottagelife #cottage #stoneylake #stonylake #kawarthahighlands #canadagram #explorecanada #canadianlifestyle #canadiangirl #theglobewanderer #exploremore #awakenthesoul #borntoroam #girlsthatwander #mytinyatlas #darlingescapes #wonderoutdoors #adventurevisuals #wildernessculture #wondermore #autumn @kawarthanow

That thing that lights up your soul, makes you fee

That thing that lights up your soul, makes you feel creative and gives you a smile like this ☺️ >> DO it!
⁣
It’s taken me some time to figure out what I wanted to do for my career, as it does for most people. But I honestly feel more and more called to create & share healthy recipes as well as natural and eco friendly living here on IG and my blog. 😊This is my smile yesterday after shooting 2 different recipes (which look so delicious by the way)! Your mind may tell you: the market is saturated, I can’t do it because I don’t have the time and money, or my personal fave and I think the MOST common: “what could I possibly have to share or say that anyone else would want to listen to?!”
⁣
If you have a dream, run after it full force my friend! There is nothing more fulfilling than sharing your passion. Plus, don’t you want to look back and say “I tried my hardest” rather than “I wish I had tried”. Start now, even if you’re not ready!
⁣
What’s your creative dream or passion? What work would you do if there were no limitations? 👀 Who else can relate to this feeling?!
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.
#entrepreneur #creativeeconomy #foodphotography #blogger #foodblogger #nutitionist #holisticnutritionist #holistichealth #tilinsiders #happiness #motivation #inspiration #hustle #smallbusiness #entrepreneurs #womeninbusiness #goals #mindset #foodie #foodblog #holistichealing #nourish #livethelittlethings #healthyeats #livewell

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