Sleep better, feel better, and think clearer
with one “shot” a day
If you have a hard time meeting your daily veggie requirements, try adding a shot of wheatgrass juice to your morning routine. An ounce of this deep green concoction contains roughly as many minerals as two and a half pounds of fresh vegetables! Wheatgrass is actually considered to be a complete food all in itself, […]
5 secret swaps so you don’t gain weight!
Summer’s here. It’s hot, it’s sweaty and the food is fabulous! Who doesn’t love the grill for example? And while the grill can provide you with a delicious, flavorful meal, there’s plenty of other summer goodies lurking about, promising to throw your healthy intentions to the wind! But don’t you worry, together we can avoid […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Which juicy relative of the peach can lower your cholesterol?
A close relative of the beloved fuzzy peach, apricots (which are in season right now) are sweet and juicy with soft velvety skin and a flavor that will remind you of a plum. Rich in vitamins and nutrients, and full of fiber and antioxidants, apricots are a nutritious and delicious little snack. These small round […]
Great taste and nutrition in one pretty package
Tender, beautiful pea shoots are one of my favorite fresh-from-the-garden treats. Those curly green tendrils are the leaves of the traditional garden pea plant. They hold all the flavor of a freshly shucked pea while adding a touch of whimsy to a salad or stir fry. And lucky for me (and for you, if you […]
Soup for summer? (with THIS recipe, for sure!)
You’ll find gazpacho on the summer menus of many nice restaurants. It sounds fancier and more complicated than it really is. Basically, gazpacho is cold vegetable soup. You can see why it’s called something else now, yes? Gazpacho doesn’t sound very appetizing but it’s actually a delicious and refreshing meal for a hot summer day. […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: What common herb works for smoothies and tea?
Fresh mint is a common sight in the summertime and today you’re going to get a tip, a trick, and a recipe featuring this pretty little leaf! I have mint growing in my garden and let me tell you when you plant mint, you have mint for life! Really. Mint can take over so you […]
7 ways meal-planning can improve your life
Let’s be honest. Not knowing what’s for dinner is one of the most stressful things that can happen in your day. Especially at 4 PM when someone inevitably calls wanting to know what’s for dinner! Being the Dinner Diva that I am, I’m a sucker for some great tips and I have a few here […]
Which leafy green bites you back?
Looking to shake things up on your salad plate? The next time you’re at the market, pick up a bunch of arugula, also known as “Italian Cress.” Or, if you’re in the UK, you might find it labeled, “Rocket Salad.” Arugula is a nice change from your regular greens because its leaves have a slight […]
7 Time-Saving Dinner Shortcuts
Regardless of how you feel about cooking, nobody wants to be a slave to the kitchen. We are all so busy these days that we need as many shortcuts as we can possibly find for getting a good home-cooked meal on the table with the minimum amount of stress! It’s no good to find yourself […]