A Balanced Case Against GMO’s
A Balanced Case Against GMO’s The best way to make an educated decision about whether to eat the products of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO’s) is to consider the arguments made by all sides and ultimately make a decision that best fits your values and lifestyle. When creating a view that is considerate of all…
Our Bodies Don’t Want Supplements
Are dietary supplements healthy? Tiffany Anne Smith ECO 1023 The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act defines a dietary ingredient as a vitamin, mineral, herb or other botanical, amino acid, or dietary substance for use by man to supplement the diet by increasing the total dietary intake; a concentrate, metabolite, constituent, extract, or combination of…
Cooking with Kids, Benefits + Tips
Getting your kids involved in the kitchen has wonderful benefits for the whole family. Cooking with kids will teach them to make healthy choices about what they eat and be more adventurous about trying new + healthy foods. Learning to prepare their own food will help them build confidence, learn the pride of accomplishment and the…
5 Fast Exercises For A Super Quick Workout
Not everyone has the luxury of committing a full hour for a Zumba or Pilates class at the gym, particularly for working mothers and those who put in long hours at work (God bless y’all). Without a late night gym nearby your home or office, it is easy to put off working out for the…
Egg Soldiers (with Veggies!)
A healthy eggs recipe to enjoy your veggies. Ingredients 1 soft-boiled egg 5 spears of steamed asparagus OR steamed green beans Method Cut the soft-boiled egg in half and serve with the steamed asparagus or green beans for dipping.
Broccoli Soup
Don’t knock it till you try it! Ingredients • 1 tablespoon of olive oil • 1 onion, finely chopped • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 4 cups salt-reduced vegetable stock • 400g/14oz potatoes, peeled, coarsely chopped • 450g/1lb broccoli, cut into florets • 2-3 handfuls of baby spinach leaves • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves…
Let go of your poisonous, toxic foods [printable resources]
Poisonous, toxic foods are everywhere. I’d love to live in a world where we all live rural lives, growing our own food, drinking purified water and walking everywhere. But since that’s not ideal or very realistic for everyone, it’s in our best interest to accept that poison surround us even in the most unsuspecting places. It’s…
11 Healthy Breakfast to Start Your Day Off Right – Fast
Breakfast cereal is an easy go-to option for its quick and easy preparation, but there are better options that are super-healthy and time efficient too! Mini Frittatas These are mini omelets that are baked in a muffin tray that you can eat hot or cold, depending on your mood. They’re EASY to prep for a…
No Bake Lemon Cashew Energy Bites
Zero sugar + lots of flavor! Ingredients • 1 cup cashews • 1 cup dates • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Instructions 1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor, pulse until finely ground, transfer to a bowl, scraping the sides. 2. Form…
Sesame Noodles With Chicken
It’s all about the sauce (and that’s easy) (Makes 4 Servings) Ingredients • 1 bag Japanese buckwheat soba noodles • 5 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari • 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar • 1 tbsp sesame oil • 2 tbsp honey • 2 tsp honey mustard • 1 tbsp creamy additive-free peanut butter •…
