Why English is “The Language of Obesity”
Italian may be the language of romance, but English is the language of obesity. Need proof? If you line up all the countries around the world based on their obesity rates, you’ll see that English is the dominant language of six of the top nine most overweight countries. These nations...
Puffed Large Pancake
Brunch anyone? This is a dish that is pleasing to many and quite versatile and delicious! You’ll Need 3 Tablespoons butter ½ Cup milk ½ Cup all-purpose flour ¼ Cup sugar 2 Large eggs, at room temperature Directions Preheat oven to 425 Melt the butter in a 12-inch ovenproof...
Mexican Pasta Soup
While the soup is simmering away put on some salsa music and enjoy dancing. You’ll Need 6 ounces Vermicelli, broken into 1-inch pieces 3 ½ cups chicken stock 2 cups water 1, 10 oz. can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced 1 teaspoon chili powder...
Lentil Soup with Portobello Mushrooms
Soluble fiber aids in cholesterol control and it’s found in lentils! You’ll Need 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound Portobello mushrooms, stems removed, caps coarsely chopped 1 cup canned tomatoes, chopped with their juices 1 cup dried brown lentils, picked over and rinsed...
Swiss Chard Zucchini Frittata
An easy to make brunch component for the holiday guests that are in from out of town. You’ll Need: 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 Small yellow onion finely chopped 1 Clove garlic crushed 2 Large Swiss chard leaves including stems, coarsely chopped 1 Medium zucchini, chopped 6 Eggs 1/8...
White Bean and Chicken Chili
Make beans a part of your diet! Recipe submitted by Linda at Eckert Seamans. If you have a recipe you’d like to share we would like to post it! Just email it to nutrition@gmail.com You’ll Need 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil 15 Oz. Can White Beans, Rinsed* 2 Scallions (Or...
Bulgur Pilaf
A great side for whole grains to become incorporated into the diet. This is also quick dish to prepare. You’ll Need 1 Tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil ½ cup chopped onion 2/3 cup bulgur, uncooked 1 1/3 cups water ½ teaspoon paprika 1/2teaspoon dried parsley flakes ¼ teaspoon...
Fasting. Is it good for you or not?
We’re currently in the season of Lent, a practice in the Christian tradition that includes periods of abstinence and the denial of many foods and beverages. Follow @willclower Fasting isn’t limited to the Christian tradition. Other examples include Ramadan (a month of fasting), and the Greek Orthodox tradition in...
Butter Pine Nut Sauce
This Mediterranean flavored sauce works well on a variety of foods. Sauces make dishes pop and a little bit really does go a long way! You’ll Need 6 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup freshly basil, chopped 4 Tablespoons lightly toasted pine nuts 1 Tablespoon white wine 2 Tablespoons freshly grated...
Open Faced Mushroom Brie Melt
Perfect for entertaining. This is an easy dish that is sure to wow your guests! You’ll Need 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 ½ cups assorted mushrooms of choice, finely chopped 1 teaspoon minced garlic ½ cup finely diced onion 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 Tablespoon water Salt and pepper...
Sweet Potato Patties
And yet, another super food…. the sweet potato…Great for overall health, cholesterol control included. You’ll Need 1 can of sweet potatoes (15 oz.) 1 cup Panko bread crumbs 1 Tablespoon olive oil Directions Put the bread crumbs onto a plate and set aside. Next, place the sweet potatoes...
The Most Basic Coaching We Receive That Creates Our Health Problems
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