It’s a beautiful time of the year. We are coming to the close of August, but not the end of summer. Summer fruits and vegetables are still producing; tomatoes, onions, beets, kale, peppers, and carrots are plentiful! Before we prepare our favorite pumpkin, butternut squash, apple, and pear recipes. Let’s take another look at some…
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Welcome May: A Month of Strawberries, Barbecues, and More!
For me, May is a month chock full of social events, birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, and Mother’s Day. As a child, I remember meals ending with strawberries and angel food cake or simply strawberries and whipped cream. May is the peak season for strawberries, so almost any package you pick is full of these ripe beauties….
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Warming up Winter with Spicy Foods
We all think of hearty soups and stews for the winter months, but if you are in the mood for something different, why not try a dish that brings its own heat–and healthy qualities! Let’s start with a spicy cauliflower dish! I love cauliflower all ways; raw; steamed, roasted, or riced and topped with a…
Festive and Anti-Inflammatory Recipes for the Holiday
It’s a great time of year to get together with friends and family. Here are a few recipes that I love to prepare; they are healthy; have anti-inflammatory properties, and are so festive they will add a pop of color to your table. Let’s start with appetizers! This tasty dip is high in protein, and…
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Recipes to try during your treatement
You may find a bland diet will help bouts of nausea, or moist and soft foods can help with chewing and swallowing. A neutroponic diet can help minimize the risk of introducing foodborne illness if you have a compromised immune system. Below are a few recipes to try while you may be experiencing these symptoms….
Carbohydrate balanced Meals
Achieve carbohydrate balance with some recipes that not only decrease the carbohydrate content but increase the protein and lower the fat as well! I love these familiar comfort foods, and with some simple adjustments, they can be part of your eating plan. Honey Mustard Chicken Salad Ingredients: ¼ c. plain low-fat yogurt 1 T. dijon…
