The hubs and I got food poisoning the week of Thanksgiving, and it really messed up our routine for the subsequent weeks. Not only did it discourage us from indulging in too much turkey, taters, and stuffing, it also interfered with work, household responsibilities, and social activities. We missed out on a lot the week …
Want something filling, easy to make, and nutritious for dinner? Try a black bean burger. It is very quick to make, and not very labor intensive. (Get pumped – these puppies aren’t just for vegetarians anymore.) Black beans are high in fiber, protein, vitamin B-6, calcium, iron, and magnesium. They make a great hamburger substitute if you …
Who says non-alcoholic drinks can’t be fancy? Next time you are in the mood for something light and delicious, concoct one of these: Green Tea Fizz Servings: 1 Prep time: 2-3 minutes Ingredients: 2 parts iced green tea, unsweetened 1/4 part lemon juice 2-3 dashes aromatic bitters sprinkle of sweetener, if desired soda water (for …
Who says salads have to contain lettuce? Personally, I get sick of large, leafy, bitter greens bombarding my salads. Sometimes I just want to taste the sweet, watery vegetables all on their own. These types of salads are very simple and quick to make. Three things I do that make them even quicker and more fulfilling …
With so many food options available, it can be hard to determine what foods you should prioritize in your daily diet. The list below is a guide to help you make better decisions when you are at the grocery store, cooking meals, eating out, and trying to eat healthy. Incorporate these items into your meals …
Reading a nutrition label is not as straight-forward as you think. Nutrition labels look simple, but they are actually quite complicated to read if you are trying to eat healthy. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates the content that appears on a nutrition label. The FDA requires that certain nutritional characteristics must be disclosed …
A study at Connecticut College suggests that lab rats can get addicted to Oreo cookies just as easily as cocaine. The findings are used to “support the theory that high-fat/ high-sugar foods stimulate the brain in the same way that drugs do.” I call shenanigans. I am very skeptical of research studies; so, this particular …
In every relationship there is always some give-and-take – sometimes you give, sometimes you take. In our relationship with food, this refers to giving and taking responsibility. We as individuals are ultimately responsible for our health and well-being; however, as a society we do not make it very easy for ourselves to make individual responsible …
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) in January 2011 that tightens regulations on the public food supply in order to protect our health and safety. Two new rules are currently proposed that will increase regulations on imported food and create stricter requirements for international suppliers. These rules are …
Have you noticed how much waste is generated in the kitchen when making a meal? So much water, packaging, and biodegradable material is used and discarded each day because of home cooking. However, there are simple ways that you can reduce the amount of waste you generate at home while providing delicious, healthy meals for …
