Apr 13, 2020
In light of new data about how COVID-19 spreads, along with evidence of widespread COVID-19 illness in communities across the country, CDC recommends that people wear a cloth face covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community setting. This is to protect...
Apr 13, 2020
When it comes to produce, you really can’t go wrong with more veggies. Rich in fiber, beta-carotene, potassium, vitamin C and phytochemicals, vegetables are great, and a high vegetable intake has been associated with lower rates of heart disease and certain cancers....
Apr 13, 2020
Remember the advice to “eat frequent small meals and snacks to boost metabolism”? Perhaps that suggestion needs to be re-examined. While we should obviously eat when we’re hungry, reading that suggestion as a call to constantly be snacking is likely one of the many...
Mar 9, 2020
Have you ever had a batch of bananas turn brown before you had time to eat them? It happens to all of us! Here is a recipe for the most delicious and moist banana bread that is almost half bananas by weight. Banana Bread (Egg-Free) 4 over-ripe bananas (peeled)2/3 cup...
Mar 2, 2020
Vegetarian City Tacos This recipe’s filling is made by grinding walnuts and cauliflower with spices and then toasting the mixture on a pan in the oven. 1 cup walnuts2 cups cauliflower florets (about one small head)1 jalapeno pepper (seeds and stems removed)2...
Mar 2, 2020
Veggie Taco Bowl Here is a great way to use a vegetarian meaty taco filling made with roasted cauliflower and walnuts. 1 cup walnuts1 cup cauliflower florets (about one small head)1 jalapeno pepper (seeds and stems removed)2 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground...
Mar 2, 2020
Despite the popular keto craze, don’t be a tater hater. There are a million reasons why potatoes can be part of a healthy diet. In addition to being a good source of potassium and vitamin C, potatoes also provide fiber to help curb your appetite. The problem with many...
Mar 2, 2020
Many of us look at our eating habits because we want to lose weight or “have more energy,” which are totally valid reasons for making changes. Food impacts so many health conditions from arthritis to obesity and without adequate or balanced nutrition, weight and...
Feb 14, 2020
Which foods contain more nutrients – raw or cooked? The answer isn’t as clear as you might expect. There are many different food preparation methods, with some involving heat to bake, steam, roast, or fry; we eat other foods raw, and some foods dried or sprouted. Each...
Jan 31, 2020
The reasons can vary from “I don’t have time to cook”, to “It’s too hard to cook for one person”, to “I don’t really know how to cook.” Whatever the reason, enter the frozen dinner. Peel off the plastic, pop it in the microwave and dinner is done....
