Because of the wealth of unhealthy snacks lining the grocery store shelves these days, snacking has gotten a bad rap. However, it does not have to be that way. Snacking does not have to be about pre-packaged foods, bright and enticing packaging and dead ingredients. Nor does it have to include the traditional not [...]
Although apricots are considered a super-food they are often times the least enjoyed readily available fruit for most families. If you have not tried apricots in some of your recipes, it’s time you did. These little pocket sized gems grow on trees and the skin comes in differing shades of yellow and pink. Although [...]
One of the first things that people learn on their way to health and fitness is the importance of protein in the diet. They become aware of how important it is to have a serving of protein with every snack or meal that is eaten and because of this, they often times turn to protein [...]
In your world does it seem as though eating is a constant battle of “willpower?” Are you tired of having to eat your way through “guilt” when you get the hankering for one of your special treats? Truth is, no one is immune to desiring foods that give us the sensation of instant gratification and [...]
With the success of “Cupcakes Wars,” cupcakes have become the most popular way to enjoy cake these days. It’s not surprising to find that even brides are craftily creating wedding cakes using cupcakes. Is there a way to jump on this “cupcake” trend without consuming all the sugar and preservatives sometimes associated with traditional cake [...]
Proteins are one of three macro-nutrients required by our bodies. They help the muscles grow and recover so it’s very common to see people munching on protein bars or enjoying a whey shake at the gym after they have completed their fitness routines. Protein delivers amino acids to the muscles for rebuilding and immediate post [...]
The best, quickest and most efficient way to boost your health is to get back to the kitchen. That’s where it all begins…at least after the idea is brought into form. You can create some incredibly tasty snacks, treats and healthy desserts for the whole family that are gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, unprocessed and wheat-free. [...]
Dates are considered a super-food because of their potential to protect against free radical damage. They are rich with vitamins and minerals, provide a nice boost in energy (they are the perfect snack if you need a quick pick-me-up) as well as providing a healthy dose of fiber. Fiber helps to fill you up and [...]
If you love to add that last dollop of rich cream to your homemade pies and cakes before serving…if you love to serve fresh berries with cream on top or cereals with a dollop of cream but hate to deal with the “guilt” attack afterwards then “Cashew cream” is the perfect fit. Cashew cream is [...]
Goji berries are being recognized for the super food they are. Even people like Madonna sing its praises. Goji berries are nothing new. They have been a staple in Tibet for nearly 2000 years. The people of the Himalayas tap into the power of Goji berries as a medical treatment for liver a kidney problems, [...]
