Brain Bok Choy: Powerful Foods that Feed Our Brain The Brain is the MVP of our body. It controls every aspect of our lives, from our thoughts and feelings to our movements and senses. It is essential to take good care of our brain, and one way to do that is through our diet. Certain foods have been shown to improve brain health, and incorporating them into our diets can lead to better brain function, memory, and focus. In this … Continued
Be a Brainy Badass You could be content with an average brain, but why? Let’s pump it up with nutrients that make your brain repair, focus and function better. Nootropics for Your Noggin What are Nootropics? Whether they are called cognitive enhancers or smart drugs, nootropics are substances that are believed to improve cognitive function, including memory, creativity, motivation, and executive functions, such as decision-making and problem-solving. Nootropics can include both natural and synthetic substances, such as herbs, vitamins, and … Continued
This recipe is absolutely delicious and so easy to make. You get to put your food processor or blender to work and if you have a nut sensitivity, this recipe will have you loving the versatility of hemp hearts. RICH IN ANTIOXIDANTS The green leaves of basil contain vitamins A and C which are great antioxidants that protect your cells from damage. It also contains vitamin K which helps direct calcium out of your bloodstream and into your bones where … Continued
Florida and Hawaii seem to be the only states in the U.S. that don’t need this recipe right now. It is cold in places that shouldn’t be cold. A recipe for an antioxidant-bursting comfort food is just what the doctor ordered. This delicious citrusy vegetable soup can be combined with turkey, chicken or shrimp. If you want to go the vegan route, beans or organic tofu are good options. I have made a lemon version and a lime version. Both … Continued
1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large red onion, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 quart vegetable stock 2 medium yams or sweet potatoes, washed and cubed 1 teaspoon cumin powder ½ teaspoon dry ginger sea salt and cayenne pepper to taste 1 14.5 oz can tomato sauce 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes 1 cup smooth sunflower seed butter (or peanut butter if tolerated) 1 cup sunflower seeds (or peanuts if tolerated) Heat oil in a … Continued
I’m Jewish. On Christmas, my family, and many other Jewish families, would indulge in Chinese food. We would have it other times as well but on Christmas it was special. We appreciated the owners of these restaurants since we didn’t have to brave the long lines at the grocery stores the days before Christmas to prepare meals or on the day of Christmas when they were the only places open. Easiest Soup Ever In honor of this wonderful culture, I … Continued
Fall was about 3 days long in Michigan this year. The classic food of fall is pumpkin. Pumpkin lattes, pumpkin bread and, of course, pumpkin pie. This pumpkin soufflé is a healthy, crustless pumpkin pie that my family loves so much we keep the ingredients on hand at all times. It’s super simple and you can add the sweetener of your choice. Pumpkin Powerhouse High in vitamin A. Vitamin A is great for your skin, eyes, teeth and immune system. … Continued
If I could pick one food to have a fairytale romance with, it would be goat cheese. It is just that good. It can be sweet, it can be savory. It can be used in desserts. It can go on salad, or even on a steak. It is so versatile! This dish combines the salty creaminess of the goat cheese with the tang of tomatoes and the baked goodness of eggplant. There is even a link to a recipe for … Continued
The different vegetables used in this tian bring together all the vibrant colors of autumn. The orange of the sweet potato, the yellow of the squash and yellow beets, the reds of the red beets and tomato, and the hint of green of the zucchini. It is truly beautiful, delicious, and healthy. What is a Tian? A tian is a french dish that consists of overlapping vegetables baked in typically round earthenware. Once prepared it goes from the oven to … Continued
The protective qualities of omega 3 oils are well documented. Here is a recipe to reap the benefits from them from savory wild-caught salmon and crunchy walnuts or other nuts. Topped with a smooth and creamy lemon sauce, this dish is not just good for you but absolutely delicious. Salmon is the bomb! Walnuts too! The benefits of super-foods salmon and walnuts overlap. There are many benefits from eating salmon but make sure that you buy wild-caught and not farm-raised. … Continued