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,…
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…
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:…
Cooked green plantains are delicious and nutritious. They are similar to a potato, calorie-wise, but have more vitamins and minerals. They're a good source of fiber, vitamins A, C, and B-6. Most of us were taught to eat the inside of the plantain (the starchy yellow part) tossing out the peel. But what if I told you that the peel…
Ditch the Sports Drinks and Make Your Own using Chia Seeds!
Chia seeds are very small seeds that come from the mint family. They’re becoming more popular due to a large number of health benefits.
For one, chia seeds are high in fiber and omega 3 fatty acid and at the same time, they…
Summer squashes are high in vitamins A, B6, and C, folate, magnesium, and fiber! They are a powerhouse of nutrition and flavor. Summer squashes are available now and can be made into easy recipes the entire family can enjoy. Here’s a simple recipe for a Summer Squash Sauté made with fresh and simple ingredients. Enjoy!
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Today’s recipe can be enjoyed cold or hot! Made with fresh and simple ingredients, this Spinach and Mushroom Pasta is the perfect dish for spring and summer.
Nutrition Tip: mushrooms are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Nutritional benefits vary depending on the type of mushroom but overall, they are a healthy…
Yellow peppers are in between the ripeness of the green and red variety but contains the most vitamin C. In fact, peppers contain more vitamin C than an orange. Here’s a delicious recipe you can make at home that incorporates peppers plus other powerful, immune boosting ingredients like garlic, cilantro and parsley!
Easy Roasted Potatoes with Peppers and…
Chia Pudding makes a great breakfast or snack. Chia Seeds are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, and like other edible seeds, provide fiber and protein. This superfood can also help regular insulin levels, and provide carbohydrate loading for athletic performance (more on this in a later post!).
Blueberries and figs are important superfoods…
Chickpeas are high in protein and make an excellent replacement for meat in vegetarian and vegan diets. There are also packed with fiber, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, and all selenium which help boost the immune system.
Here is a delicious recipe for Chickpea Patties made with simple ingredients and my favorite all-purpose season Redmond’s Organic Season…