Most of us are too busy to think about it, or simply don’t care. Yet the more you explore the impact that food has on your health, major questions arise regarding where the food you are putting into your body comes from. A food mile is defined as how far a food item is transported from producer to consumer. The…
Society does not make eating healthy easy! If you’re heading out to a work function or a party with some friends, good chance the food options aren’t going to be healthy. You don’t HAVE to eat everything in front of you! Here’s a few strategies to keep you in control… Make a Commitment Beforehand: Make a plan! Studies show over…
Crunchy, creamy, and delicious! A perfectly ripe avocado can turn just about any salad into a hit. Here we chop up some celery, apple, scallion, and parsley with a simple dressing. Give it a go! Rinse and Chop: -One apple -2-3 celery stalks -One scallion (green onion) -One cup of fresh parsley Add to a medium sized bowl and give…
Cast iron cooking is great anytime of year, particularly if you want to sear the perfect steak. Here’s the break down for how make a quick and easy steak, mushroom, and onion combination for a delicious home cooked meal. If you don’t have a cast iron pan, you can still use a regular frying pan! Steak Prep: Take 2 strip…
Soups, chili’s and chowders are an easy way to get a few servings of vegetables while warming up your insides. This is a time of year you want to stay hydrated and keep your immune system at full tilt. High in a variety of vitamins and antioxidants, make a batch of this tasty chowder and enjoy any time of the…
Breaking up with processed foods high is a challenging process. When produced with care, they can provide a supplement to a diet based on real foods. However there are many dangerous ingredients in traditional processed foods. Be mindful of these three ingredients when making decisions about what you are putting into your body. Highly Refined Vegetable Oils: Polyunsaturated Fats (PUFA’s)…
Hearty and nutritious, this can be an appetizer or serve as your main dish. A little bit of corn and cilantro rounds out this tasty chili nicely. Enjoy! Grill several chicken breasts with a light dressing of olive oil, lemon, sea salt, and pepper. Chop: -1 small sweet onion -2-3 cloves of garlic -1 large peeled sweet potato Heat 3…
Fiber helps with digestion, stabilizes blood sugar, balances out gut bacteria, and has been shown to regulate chronic disease markers. Found in plant based foods, make sure you have a basic understanding of fiber’s role in your digestive health. Fiber can be broken down into two categories: soluble and insoluble. Different foods will promote different chemical reactions inside of your…
Seasonal changes are great for mixing up your salad routine. Take advantage of vegetables and fruits that are ripe this time of year. Here’s a great way to mix in some crispy brussel sprouts and apples into a salad. Enjoy! Preheat Oven to 350. Place a sheet of parchment paper on a cooking tray, cover the tray with shredded…
Omega 3 fatty acids are essential to our health, widely accepted to improve cellular health, heart health, and overall metabolic function. Our bodies don’t produce omega-3 fatty acids, so we need to get them in the food we eat. If you want to lower inflammation, have better skin, and boost your overall health, make sure you are getting these fats…