How Much is Too Much Pizza?
I read a rather disturbing article that stated American children eat 22% of their total calories in pizza! Based on a study in the latest Pediatrics Journal, the nutrient intake of children ages 2 to 11 and 12 to 19 over a seven year period revealed that they received nearly a quarter of their energy…
Almond Pancakes
You can have your breakfast pancakes without wheat flour and still enjoy that special taste. I would have these once in a while as a treat. Add some fresh berries to the top to get a healthy dose of antioxidants. Almond Pancakes Recipe type: Grains Cuisine: Breakfast Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 mins…
Acorn Squash with Applesauce
To change the flavor of this recipe try using different types of apples. You can make is sweeter with Red Delicious and tarter with Granny Smith. Acorn Squash with Applesauce Serves: 2 Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 45 mins Total time: 55 mins Print Ingredients 1 acorn squash 1 tablespoon olive…
Chai Green Smoothie
Want a dairy-free, vegan smoothie to start your day? Try this simple but tasty meal packed with vitamins and nutrients. Chai Green Smoothie Author: Kat Ogar Recipe type: Smoothie Cuisine: Vegan Print Ingredients ½ frozen banana 3 large kale leaves (optional: remove stalks) ½ teaspoon cinnamon 1 scoop vanilla flavored protein powder…
Kitchen Sink Salad
Story about the recipe: I make this for my daughter in high school almost every day for lunch. Her lunch table friends always say they can’t believe her mother works AND manages to make such a great salad every morning! They all want her leftovers! Kitchen Sink Salad Author: Gail Sauter Recipe type:…
Salmon Paella
Story about the recipe : When we first got married I started making this dish. And once our kids were born that was over since they were very fussy eaters and wouldn’t touch fish let alone all these different flavors mixed up. It wasn’t until they were both off to college that I decided to…
Quick and Delicious Zucchini Pasta
Story about the recipe: This is one of my detox alternative recipes. Usually by Day 5, my clients, (myself included), are looking for something other than salad. This is a great dish to have without an additional salad. Most importantly, it is something you can feed the whole family. It is very satisfying and delicious!…
Avocado, Tuna & Rice
Story about the recipe: I lived on this stuff all through my University days. It keeps you going for ages! Avocado, Tuna & Rice Author: Nicole Stucki Print Ingredients 1 cup cooked brown rice 1 diced avocado Small tin of tuna in oil 1 tablespoon tahini 2 teaspoons tamari Small tin of corn…
Genetically Modified Organisms in Our Food!
You hear a lot about GMO’s these days. What is the best way to avoid GMO’s? Eat whole foods! What exactly is a GMO? GMOs, or “genetically modified organisms,” are plants or animals that have been genetically engineered with DNA from bacteria, viruses or other plants and animals. These experimental combinations of genes from different…
Mediterranean Spinach and Chick Pea Salad
Story about the recipe : Around 25 years ago, a healthy grocery store opened in our town. They sold take out containers of chick pea and spinach salad for $14 per pound. Every time we went to the store or even drove past, my son used to ask me to buy him a container of…
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