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 …
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 …
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 …
Partially hydrogenated oils are a type of fat used in many commercial food items. Though we need to consume fat to keep our bodies and minds functioning properly, these particular oils are on the naughty list and should always be avoided. Have you ever heard the term “trans fat” or seen it listed on a …
How many times do you see the term “all natural” on a food item and automatically think it’s good for you? I’ve been educating people about food and nutrition for six years now and I still find myself falling for it occasionally. The term “all natural” is used mainly for marketing purposes. It is a …
