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Grilled Shrimp & Veggies
My clients have been asking me for simple recipes so that they don’t have to spend so much time in the kitchen. Most people have often be stuck in the traditional foods, which from the several researches conducted, do not have so much nutritive value. It only takes a little creativity for one to greatly upgrade his or her diet. Moreover, people must realize that the most nutritious foods do not necessarily have to be the most expensive. All that is needed is the proper mastery of the dietary content of the simple foods around, and consequently coming up […]
Weight-Loss Friendly Snacks
You might think of weight-loss snacks as being “tasteless” or “completely unsatisfying.” Right? That doesn’t have to be the case! I will give you my favorite weight-loss friendly snacks that are delicious and nutritious! They are nutrient-dense whole foods , with a little going a long way.The foods contain fat, protein and/or fiber. 1. Hard boiled or poached eggs Eggs are amazing and packed with nutrition! Most of its nutrients are in the yolk. They contain choline, which is vital for detoxification, high-quality protein, vitamin B, vitamin D and a good amount of minerals […]
How to prepare great smoothie or blended drink.
Everybody knows by now that when preparing healthy cuisine, smoothies are one of the main go-to foods. They are jam-packed with nutrition, easy to consume and digest as well as easy to transport. They are perfect for a quick meal or a meal on the go. I want to show you how you can make great smoothies and the components of a great smoothie. I know, most probably you would say that it is so easy that you don’t need any tips. However, a little common sense goes a long way when preparing them. Some of them can come up […]
Nourishing Vegetable Mineral Broth
Oh, how I love soups and broths! They just run in my genes.I’m addicted to Polish because anytime I was sick ,I was always given vegetable broth, bone broth or chicken soup to help me feel better. It worked like magic- Polish Penicillin—a.k.a. Chicken soup! Ever since I was young, I was always in the kitchen tasting dishes and cooking with my family. Cooking nourishing meals just runs through my veins. It is for this reason that I recreated my grandma’s old recipe for you. This article talks about a nutrient-dense and delicious veggie broth with fantastic health […]
Cooking With Rice
Rice is a very versatile grain and can therefore be used in many different dishes. Choosing the right rice is very important to me when making my recipes. However, one is free to use whatever type of grain that suits him or her. This article will demonstrate some of the rice basics and how to choose the best grains. For me, medium and short grain rice grains are good for making dishes that are creamier. For instance, risotto and desserts. Such grains are also perfect for dishes where sticker rice is preferred such as sushi or croquettes. For […]
How to Nourish Your Body During Winter Time
“When we adjust our diet and lifestyle to match the season, health-promoting digestive microbes dramatically change. Winter microbes support balanced immunity, digestion, mood, energy, blood sugar, weight, sleep – and much more. Winter is also associated with the qualities of ‘Vata,’ which are cold, air, dry and light. To stay balanced, focus on food and activities that are warm, moist, heavy and oily.” – John Douillard Winter is the dark and cold season of the year. It is a time to go inward, time of reflection, slowing down, nourishing the soul and supporting immunity. Winter according to Auverada is […]
How to balance and maximize the flavors
Combining and balancing flavors is the essential cooking concept that you need to understand to create flavorful dishes every time you cook. Your body is your the best teacher. Your taste buds pretty much know what you are supposed to do with the dish and help you to build the recipe from scratch. When I was a kid my job was to go from dish to dish still in the pot and taste, then let them know if that dish tasted right! They called me “little taster” because I was so little and I had put my nose […]
Polish Christmas Traditions and Hunter Stew Recipe
Christmas season – the best memories of childhood flavors come flooding in. Dishes flavored with excitement, curiosity, and happiness. No other memory is as sharp as Christmas cheesecake, mushroom soup or homemade pierogis. Christmas fare with aromas of cooking, my family hanging out in the kitchen cooking together, playing with cousins and decorating the Christmas tree… a flood of rich yearning. This was a special time of bonding with relatives. I could have spent days in the kitchen cooking with my grandma. Our house was full of food, christmas decorations were everywhere, and candies to match the upbeat […]
How Seasonal Eating Benefits You
You might have heard that seasonal eating is the healthiest. My best memories of childhood and my country are the abundance of seasonal food. We hardly ate food, which wasn’t in season. We did not have fancy exotic fruits or vegetables. From the late spring to late fall we eat only food which was in season, grown locally, and then we were preserving it so we will have fantastic food for winter. Traditionally humans used to eat seasonal and locally grown food. Before the invention of modern transportation, we only ate what was in season. Modern technology has […]
Eating on The Dime During The Holidays!
I know eating whole foods can be a bit more expensive than shopping from the dollar menu. But at the same time, you need to know that your health is worth it! Your wallet will sincerely thank you down the road when you don’t have to shell out thousands in medical bills! Trust me, your life will feel exponentially better. That being said, I still don’t expect you to break the bank. After years of shopping and trying to find the most affordable way to buy ingredients from the grocery store, here are a few shopping tips that will […]