Nothing heals better than classic chicken soup. Make a large batch and freeze for those long winter nights or give to a friend who may be under the weather. Simple Chicken Soup Ingredients: 4 Chicken Breasts, quartered 4 tablespoons Herb Mix 1 Onion, quartered 1 Bay Leaf 2 Carrots 1/2 teaspoon whole Peppercorns 4 stalks […]
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, laughing all the way. All those smells and holiday treats, wonder what I weigh? The average American gains between five to eight pounds from Thanksgiving through the end of the year. This does not mean that when the holidays come around that you cannot partake in socializing and some special treats. […]
Shrimp cooks up in a flash and is an excellent option for those busy weeknights. Keep a bag of frozen shrimp on hand as a quick way to add protein to a number of dishes Shrimp Skillet with Sautéed Garlic Spinach Spinach: 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil 2 cloves of Garlic, minced 8 ounces fresh Spinach, […]
Spaghetti Squash becomes a versatile filling for many dishes and is a great alternative to pasta. To preheat the squash for easier cutting, poke a few holes with a knife and microwave for about 4 minutes per pound. Spaghetti Squash Ingredients: 1 medium size Yellow Spaghetti Squash 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil Directions: 1. Preheat oven […]
Whip these up for your next brunch gathering for an impressive, easy grain-free scone. Lemon Blueberry Scones Ingredients: 3 cups Almond Flour 1 teaspoon Baking Soda 1/8 teaspoon salt substitute Zest of 1 Lemon 2 Omega-3 Eggs 2 tablespoons Honey 2 tablespoons fresh Lemon Juice 3/4 cup fresh Blueberries Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 325°F. […]
-A child must taste something a minimum of nine times before they will “like” it. -People will not eat as much food if it is served on a red plate. -Temperature, texture, and odor affect how a food tastes to each person. – Approximately 15% of adults have a taste disorder. -Along with sweet and […]
Your brain can become inflamed, like your body can. But not quite in the same way. The brain has something called the “blood brain barrier” to limit toxins and substances from entering. It does an amazing job of only allowing important nutrients to get in, but after injury and damage even this relatively reliable barrier […]
How many times have you heard that you need a “strong foundation” to build a house or a relationship or your best posture? You likely hear it ad nauseum because it is true in many cases. It also applies to the anti-inflammatory lifestyle. The cornerstone of combating inflammation is nutrition and the anti-inflammatory food pyramid […]
Lose weight faster and gain confidence, that is. Ask a runner how they got ready to complete their first marathon and likely they had a coach. Ask a professional tennis player how they got that killer serve and you might get the same answer. Coaches motivate, inspire, and empower others to reach their full potential. […]
“Morgenmete,” or the morning meal that most individuals call “breakfast,” originated in the 15th century. In the Middle Ages, Europeans didn’t eat it. Each culture and country has its own version of the first meal of the day. Early settlers in America ate “ashcakes” – cornmeal wrapped in cabbage leaves and heated in the fire. […]