Karla Salinari, Author at Karla Salinari

White Bean Soup

RecipeOctober 13, 2020

A hearty bean soup does not always mean hours behind the stove. Combine canned beans with fresh veggies to cut down on cooking time! Here’s a simple White Bean Soup recipe that’s ready in under 30min. Nutritional Tip: Upgrade this dish by adding turmeric and black pepper. Why? Turmeric contains a powerful phytochemical called curcumin.…

Dairy Free Banana Bread

RecipeOctober 6, 2020

Here’s a delicious and easy to make Banana Bread recipe that is also dairy free. I used carob chips instead of chocolate chips for this recipe but feel free to use which ever you prefer! Nutritional Tip: Carob is an excellent alternative to chocolate. It has fewer calories, fat, and sugar than chocolate, is naturally…

How to Add More Protein to Your Diet

Wellness TipOctober 6, 2020

Beans are a wonderful way to add high-quality, plant-based protein to your diet. They’re super versatile and high in iron, B vitamins, and fiber. Dry beans stay fresh longer when stored in a cool, dark place (rather than on your countertop). Don’t use beans that are more than a year old, as their nutrient content…

How full is your glass?

Favorites, Wellness TipSeptember 30, 2020

Picture a big glass goblet filled to the halfway mark with water. How do you see it—half-full or half-empty? Consistently finding the glass half-empty—and the world as a difficult place— is a hallmark of negativity. Research has found that a negative outlook can contribute to everything from depression to heart disease to lowered immune system…

How to Curb Sugar Cravings the Natural Way

Wellness TipSeptember 29, 2020

Sugar cravings are common, especially among women but too much sugar can lead to binge eating or over-consuming calories, sometimes on a regular basis. Incorporating these foods into your diet can help curb sugar cravings throughout the day. Chia Seeds: Chia seeds are high in soluble fiber, which could help you feel full longer…

Sweet Potato Smoothie Bowl

Fall, RecipeSeptember 29, 2020

Here's a Sweet Potato Smoothie Bowl that tastes like fall and has important nutrients like healthy fat, fiber and protein to help keep you satisfied and energized throughout the day! Nutrition Tip: Sweet potatoes come in a variety of sizes and colors — orange, white, and purple and are rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants,…

Balance Is A Waste of Time

Wellness TipSeptember 22, 2020

“Work-life balance was a mistake from the start. Because we don't really want balance. We want satisfaction.”—Matthew Kelly, author Balance is a sticky subject among many people. We have careers, partners, children, family commitments, charity work, classes, hobbies, worship time—plus, big desires to improve our health. How can one possibly balance so many things?…

An Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie

Drinks, RecipeSeptember 22, 2020

Help Fight Inflammation and Boost The Immune System With This Superfood Smoothie PAPAYA: is a tropical fruit found in supermarkets across the country. For centuries, papaya has been used to cure burns, inflammation, and the pain that comes from inflammation. The digestive enzymes, papain, and chymopapain, provide papaya with anti-inflammatory properties. Papaya is also…

Foods You Should STOP Eating Now

Favorites, Wellness TipSeptember 15, 2020

Thai Basil Eggplant

Dinner, RecipeSeptember 1, 2020

This Thai Basil Eggplant made with fresh and simple ingredients is a plant-based and gluten-free upgrade on a popular restaurant-favorite. I hope you enjoy it! Nutrition Tip: Basil aids digestion by reducing inflammation in the gut. It also helps stabilize blood sugar levels, supports liver function and helps to detoxify the body. Bonus Tip:…