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A little garlic goes a long way to make ordinary mashed potatoes into something special It not only adds extra flavor but extra nutrition your Healthiest Way of Eating. Enjoy!
Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes
Serves 2
Ingredients:
• 2 potatoes
• 3 TBS extra virgin olive oil
• 3 medium ... Views: 1215
A little garlic goes a long way to make ordinary mashed potatoes into something special. It not only adds extra flavor but extra nutrition your Healthiest Way of Eating. Enjoy!
Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes
Serves 2
Ingredients:
• 2 potatoes
• 3 TBS extra virgin olive oil
• 3 ... Views: 1475
Statin drugs have become so popular in medical circles that some people were joking, "They should be put in the water." Perhaps that is not water some would like to drink. In fact, due to marketing efforts and studies published by statin companies, statin drugs have become what doctors refer ... Views: 8539
If you are not feeling like yourself, and have symptoms such as nausea, bloating, gastric disorders, unusual weight gain, palpitations, shortness of breath, or lack of energy, a soy allergy may be the culprit. While not everyone will have a severe reaction, it’s important to be aware of what ... Views: 1262
"It's healthy to challenge yourself but not to challenge your health!" - Patrick Driessen
Men who drink less than half a glass of red wine a day may live up to five years longer than teetotallers, and could have less chance of a heart attack, a Dutch study has found.
An analysis of the ... Views: 2658
Don’t let the strong-flavoured ingredients fool you; this salad is amazing! It’s my favorite. Even if I’m not in the mood for salad, I can eat Life Force Salad. It earns the name because it is full of life force ingredients including greens, sprouts, garlic, ginger, citrus fruit juice, and more. ... Views: 1106
Every week, it seems, we hear the latest news on this or that miracle nutrient. It may be “just the thing to fight diabetes” or “the cure for cancer.” It’s unlikely that a single nutrient can cure cancer, but mounds of research does support that some foods provide unique nutrients with ... Views: 1337
For most of us, choosing a meatless lifestyle was a slow transition that evolved over a number of years. The important thing for most Americans is not that they eliminate meat altogether, but that they increase the grains and vegetables in their diet. Being totally vegetarian is probably not for ... Views: 840
In the world of dietary supplements and functional foods there are many choices in terms of product quality, and whey protein is no exception. This is especially true when a used-car sales pitch is used in an effort to make products look and sound far better than what is actually under the ... Views: 1985
Most people are mislead into demonizing fat, but the truth is that there are "good fats" and "bad fats," and you need the good fats in your diet – your brain and your nervous system literally can't survive without them.
However eating so-called "bad fats" can result in heart disease, gaining ... Views: 758
Many people know how important exercise is as an integral part of their weight loss and health plan but still have a difficult time fitting it into their busy lives.
One possible reason could be that, yes, exercise can be challenging when you first begin your program or you just give ... Views: 721
Is An “Everything But the Kitchen Sink” Approach A Good Idea?
By Suzanne W. Dixon, MPH, MS, RD
The Holy Grail of Health
Blame it on our youth-obsessed culture. People just don’t like to grow old. Nobody wants to look old. We certainly don’t want to feel old. This has led to a blockbuster ... Views: 1282
Grilling Burgers are the ‘o’ so typical summer cookout past time. They are one of the most basic of American fare around. I honestly cannot think of anything else more American and basic than the hamburger. Take for instance that American’s on average eat 2-3 hamburgers a week. Come spring and ... Views: 832
That Ol’ Gut Feeling
Ever thought twice about crossing the street or trusting a new neighbour or colleague, or maybe, have you had the sense that something unusual was about to happen? Perhaps, you have read of people who chose not to get on a plane that eventually crashed, because they had ... Views: 1451
This year saw an exciting expansion of scientific knowledge in support of the field of nutrition and dietary supplements to benefit human health. The more scientists learn about genes the more they realize that it is nutrients that make all the difference in terms of being healthy. This should ... Views: 1237
"I had taken two finger-bowls of champagne, and the scene had changed before my eyes into something significant, elemental, and profound.” - F. Scott Fitzgerald
My Life Lesson #37 is: ‘Drink Champagne for no reason at all’ (http://tinyurl.com/c5nxmx). The history behind this life lessons is ... Views: 5712
One of my favorite things to do is spend time with good friends and family. As barbecue season is in full force, you can often find us sharing stories and laughter in the back yard while someone mans the barbecue. I normally get out of that duty myself, as my barbecue skills are somewhat ... Views: 3240
Mike Geary, author of best selling book "Truth About Abs" experiments with intense overeating on himself
"I wanted to see if I could actually GAIN unwanted body fat by eating as much food as I wanted for 6 weeks straight. My theory was that if you eat the right types of food and don't stray ... Views: 991
What is one thing cavemen knew much better than we know now? How to survive in the wild? Yes. But more importantly, they knew how to survive in the healthiest way possible. There were no diet programs in those days nor were there shelves full of diet books. What cavemen knew instinctively ... Views: 952
OPEN FACE VEGETARIAN CHILI ORGY
Oil warms in a large fry pan, getting acquainted with half a head of jumbo garlic that left the food processor finely honed. A bunch of green onions (white and green, whole body) are getting chopped while the other ingredients get together in that pan, and the ... Views: 2755
Where I live, in the dead of night people whose gardens have produced many of those monster zucchini will sneak onto the doorsteps of their neighbors and leave them. Here is a recipe to make easy and fantastic use of one or more of the monsters.
Got a steamer? If not put a colander or large ... Views: 2353
Enjoy this quick and easy addition to your Healthiest Way of Eating that provides you with an excellent source of healthy promoting nutrients such as vitamin A, K, C, as well as manganese and folate.
Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes
Serves 2
Ingredients:
• 1 pound fresh spinach
• 1 tsp ... Views: 1394
Did you know that too much acid in your body can cause weight gain? Or, that high protein “weight loss” diets can be harmful to your health, due to their high levels of acidity? Even the glands and organs that help keep our metabolism strong can start to malfunction thanks to our highly acidic ... Views: 560
Try these sweet fruit bars for a nutritious treat!
Prep and Cook Time: 10 min prep; 1 hr refrigeration
Makes 8 bars
Ingredients:
• 1 cup chopped dried apricots
• 1/2 cup cream honey
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1-1/2 tsp almond extract
• 1/2 cup cinnamon granola
• 1/2 cup chopped ... Views: 2076
This is a great way to enjoy fennel. The flavor of the fennel wonderfully complements the rich taste of salmon for a complete meal that takes only 15 minutes to prepare!
Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves 4
Ingredients:
• 1-1/2 lbs salmon fillet, cut into 8 pieces, skin and bones ... Views: 1217
Try this quick-and-easy recipe that combines the great tastes of chicken, Dijon mustard and tarragon to your Healthiest Way of Eating. Fresh herbs are a great way to enhance the taste of your meals and enjoy extra health-promoting nutrients as well.
Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves 4 ... Views: 1366
Swiss chard is one of our most nutrient-rich foods and one that is so easy to prepare. It is a great complement to almost any meal.
Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves 2
Ingredients:
• 1 lb Swiss chard, chopped
• 1 medium clove Chopped Garlic
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 3 TBS ... Views: 1806
Apples – We’ve all heard that an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Apples contain phytochemicals, polyphenols and flavonoids. These are some weird words, but they’re some of the most powerful natural occurring chemicals that have been proven to show antioxidant activity that clears out, slows ... Views: 1135
Here are the top 5 health news stories for the week.
* 5 Foods That Can Save Your Life *
Over the years scientists and nutritionists have studied the foods that are good for the heart, and some of these might come as a surprise.
Go here for the complete news story: ... Views: 1668
Cooking winter squash doesn't have to take a long time. Cut into 1" cubes and healthy steam. With this recipe it only takes 7 minutes to add winter squash to your Healthiest Way of Eating. You will also enjoy a rich source of health-promoting vitamins A and C.
Prep and Cook Time: 7 ... Views: 1321
Add this wonderful halibut dish to your Healthiest Way of Eating in just 15 minutes! This recipe is a great way to add more of those health-promoting omega-3 fatty acids to your meals. 4 ounces of halibut provides 26% of your daily value for those hard-to-find nutrients as well as 76% of your ... Views: 1582
Add mushrooms to your traditional baked potato for extra flavor and nutrition and enjoy its rich source of vitamin C, potassium, and manganese.
Prep and Cook Time: 1hr 15 min
Serves 4
Ingredients:
• 4 medium baking potatoes, such as russet
• 1/4 cup dried porcini mushrooms
• 1/2 ... Views: 1818
Beets don't have to take a long time to cook. The fennel and yogurt in this recipe are a great complement to the flavor of beets making it a great addition to your Healthiest Way of Eating.
Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes
Serves 2-4
Ingredients:
• 4 small whole beets, cut into quarters ... Views: 1266
I want to eat in a healthier way, but am not sure where to begin. Can you offer a few suggestions on how to make the switch?
Awakening...!!!
We come across this question very often and have found that there are three simple steps you can take to get you on your way.
Begin Where You Are
The ... Views: 777
Brain Food is any food that is actually considered to be an aid in a person's intelligence. Therefore, brain food is food that affects your intelligence, creativity, memory, or any other intellectual part of your life.
It might not be something that you are aware of, but the food that you ... Views: 6265
I would like to take a moment and briefly summarize my own personal journey with building health. I have been involved with Metabolic Typing® since 2001 after a serious injury in the military. I was able to radically rebuild and repair my health using the basic Metabolic Typing® principles, ... Views: 722
Queen Turnip,
Lately I’ve been really driven to try a bunch of new alternative therapies. Why? Because I’m a health junkie and a writer. I want first-hand experience, not recycled articles with agendas. This past month I had a little downtime so I decided to give oxygen treatments a ... Views: 938
Your colon may be calling for cleanse, if you experience bladder and kidney infections, constipation, bad breath and abdominal cramps. Cleanses and detoxes can be considered fad diets which we all understand are not viable long-term solutions to heaviness loss and wholesome eating. It is much ... Views: 838
Green salads are always welcome as a part of your Healthiest Way of Eating. This healthy green salad can be enjoyed with just about any type of dressing. However, it is worth the time to make this creamy dressing for its delicious flavor and extra nutritional value.
Prep and Cook Time: 15 ... Views: 1635
Crock pot recipes are perfect for football Sunday. When you wake up in the morning, just set up the crock pot with your favorite appetizer, barbecue or Sunday dinner and it will be ready to eat before, during or after the game. The last thing you want to be doing while the game is on is ... Views: 1419
I. Definition
Dysmenorrhea means that women have periodic pains during or prior to, or after menstrual periods in the lower abdomen caused by disruption of contraction within the uterus as a result of excess bad prostaglandins.
II. Causes
A. Primary dysmenorrhea
Primary dysmenorrhea is ... Views: 9959
As a general rule one way to run faster is to get lighter. Usually runners don't have to try this very hard, it just happens. Concurrently, that's one thing great about running; your body will seek its best weight for your height and build.
Increasing distance will get you lighter anyway. As ... Views: 720
When we think of the word “fermentation” the first thing that usually pops into mind are images of beer and wine. However, fermented nutrients are also important for good health.
Fermentation has been an important part of food preparation for centuries and numerous medical and scientific ... Views: 2518
Caveat: Only for the serious
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Important Information: This newsletter isn’t for those who have a history of, or currently have anorexia, bulimia or any kind of issue where you tend to starve yourself or obsess over food in an unhealthy way. If you restrict yourself to ... Views: 1683
You are adding an extra boost of health-promoting vitamins A, C, and K when you include this easy-to-prepare recipe to your Healthiest Way of Eating. One serving provides 64% of the Daily Value (DV) for vitamin K, 26% DV for vitamin C, and 20 % DV for Vitamin C. Enjoy!
Prep and Cook Time: 15 ... Views: 1168
Aging is a natural process that happens to all of at one point of our lives. However, the effects of aging on your body and mind depends very much on your lifestyle choices. Learn by taking care of your body both inside and out will allow you to have a healthy appearance and attitude. Having an ... Views: 824
Do you want to know how to speed up metabolism to lose weight? Then this article is definitely for you, first I will be talking about metabolism and then secondly I will talk about how to speed up metabolism to lose weight.
What is metabolism?
Unfortunately many people don't simply ... Views: 761
Do you really want to improve your health? You can now jumpstart your health and healing with this amazing superfood. Goji Berries, or Wolfberry as it is called in China, is native to Tibet in the Himalayas and in China. For years this magical berry has been used to increase health and achieve ... Views: 1221
The combination of Southwestern ingredients and Eastern seasonings add a unique flavor to this burrito. One serving also provides you with 329% of the daily value (DV) for vitamin A and 180% DV for vitamin C. Enjoy!
Prep and Cook Time: 30 minutes
Serves 4
Ingredients:
• 1 medium ... Views: 1400
Creatine. You've all heard the word before. But not many know what it actually is. Creatine is made up of three amino acids (amino acids are the building blocks of protein). These three amino acids are glycine, arginine, and methionine. Many use creatine as a supplement to build muscle, in the ... Views: 3302