Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Protein Powder
I use this in my smoothies every day and am often asked which brand I prefer or what to look for when purchasing a protein powder. Research has shown that including protein powder in your diet every day can help boost your immune system, promote healthy skin and improve muscle strength and development. A human […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Water Chestnuts
Water chestnuts are an aquatic vegetable that grows in marshes. They have a crunchy, sweet flavor and are popular in Asian dishes. Their crispness adds a fun crunch to cooked dishes. Since the flavor is so mild they are usually added just for the texture. Along with being a good source of fiber and potassium, […]
Healthy Foods: Juice’s Dirty Little Secret
Unfortunately, obesity is an epidemic among our youth. Sugary drinks play a substantial role. Soda, juice, and energy drinks are among the top offenders. Despite the deceiving labels, the “100 percent juice” and “no sugar” juices contribute to the generational weight gain. One source for this unforeseen problem is how juice is made. Juice from […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Energy Foods
There is no doubt that good food can have a huge impact on your disposition. Not just in terms of overall health, but in your day-to-day activity levels. Like Hippocrates said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” The powerful nutrition available in good food can provide healing, improved well-being, and better […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Fish
So you know you should be eating fish often. It’s good for you. Yet many people are a bit hesitant to cook fish. It’s tricky (or so they think). Well, let me ease your mind. Cooking fish is easier than baking a pie – and much better for you. Fish is the ultimate fast food. […]
Food For Thought: Herbal Remedies
I love how nature provides us with the tools we need to help keep our bodies strong and healthy. Herbs are one of those tools. For thousands of years, people have depended on fresh herbs to heal everything from heartburn to cancer. Most all of the expensive prescriptions we get from our local pharmacy are […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Anti-Inflammatory Foods
Yes, you read that right. Instead of one food today, the focus is on the many foods that you can eat to help reduce inflammation in your body. If you suffer from any illness, from premenstrual syndrome to arthritis; anything that requires you to use anti-inflammatory medications you should try to eat as many of […]
Fair Trade – What is it?
Today’s Food for Thought really is something to think about. No matter which side of the debate you fall on, education is key. I encourage you to research this topic more for yourself and decide what is right for your family. “Fair Trade”. You might have seen these words listed on various products in the […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Almonds
Almonds are thought of as a nut, but in reality, they aren’t a nut at all; almonds are seeds. This means these little gems are packed full of all the things needed to grow a whole tree–talk about a powerhouse of nutrition! A handful of almonds makes an excellent snack. Inside each little seed package, […]