The word “keto” is all a buzz in the wellness world. If you’re feeling like you need the 411 on what’s going on you must read on. Learn about the body’s most efficient source of energy and how to incorporate it in your life.
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Who doesn't like a little ethnic variety in the kitchen to spice things up? Perhaps some Indian flare with added benefits. Garam masala is a blended mix of 10-30 ground spices used in North Indian cuisine. It packs plenty of health promoting benefits and is known as a “warming” blend in the Ayurvedic sense as it aids in digestion and detox while preventing cancer and more. This chicken garam masala recipe will make your mouth water before biting into it.
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Fasting has been practiced for thousands of years by many, if not all, religions. But why is it currently in the spotlight as one of the biggest health and fitness trends? Should you consider fasting for health or weight loss? What exactly are the benefits of fasting?
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One of the quickest and most delicious breakfast that can also be enjoyed as a lunch, this salmon bowl is one of my favorites to throw together after batch cooking. Check it out.
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A fresh take on chicken salad, chicken larb (pronounced lawb) can be found on most Thai menus as an appetizer. What many people don't know is that it's the national dish of Laos and one of my favorites for summer.
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Tzatziki Sauce, created by the Greeks, is one of my go-to sauces in the summer months as it packs a nutritious punch and there are so many uses for it. I use it as an accompaniment to salmon, chicken and all kinds of veggies. I've even been known to revive leftover quinoa, rice and farro, making them into a mediteranean salad.
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Sometimes when, I'm really busy, an entire day will go by and it will dawn on me that I didn't get my fix of enough greens. Other times I just crave them. The following coconut green curry recipe was designed to be easily stored and readily available in times when I lacked my greens. One of the best parts of this veggie overload is that It can be eaten as a soup or a sauce.
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Cucumbers, typically thought of as a vegetable, are actually a fruit. Most people think they have little value, other than to rid puffiness around the eyes, but this is far from the truth. Read on to learn more.
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Have you ever questioned why everyone turns to chicken soup when they come down with a cold? I mean, that is what most people eat when they're feeling under the weather, right? Of course it is, and for good reason!
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You're probably scratching your head after reading the title of this post wondering what the heck is a buttery brew? Buttery brew is simply the name I chose for the enriched coffee that serves as a meal for many mornings at my house. Similar in concept to Dave Asprey's Bulletproof Coffee, the Savage Butter Brew is designed as a safer more supportive way to get your morning caffeine fix. It also boosts energy by allowing for the breakdown of fats, or MCT (medium chain triglycerides), which are readily available to be converted as a fuel source. For more information on better ways to enjoy your coffee, please go to my Coffee Talk post to learn more.
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Learn why fats are so important to our health and which ones can handle the heat from cooking. This post is a summary taken directly from Caroline Barringer's invaluable document, Fats: Safer Choices for your Frying Pan and Your Health.
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Who doesn't like a nice fresh bowl of fish in the Summer months? I simply can't get enough. Poke is a classic Hawaiian dish that has been around for centuries. It traditionally consisted of raw fish, sea salt, seaweed, and roasted kukui nut. Initially served as a pupu, small plate, it has now gained popularity and is commonly eaten as a main course.
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There's a great buzz surrounding the many benefits of turmeric with countless recipes for making lattes from this potent root. However, most of these recipes exclude a very important ingredient that boosts the absorption of the curcumin by 2000 percent. Learn what this is.
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This simple mineral is my secret (but not really) to a solid night's sleep. If there is one thing I've recommended that has people raving about it's immediate and obvious benefits, it's this right here!
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For some unknown reason these berries stand in the shadow of the ever popular blueberry and there's really no reason for it. Many varieties of blackberries have more antioxidant power and a lower glycemic load than the familiar blueberry. Another interesting fact is their position in the top ten as a natural source of fiber.
Knowing these tidbits has me favoring the black over the blue in recent days.
Coffee. After water, it's the most popular beverage in the world. Being that it's a ritualistic experience, most people enjoys it their own special way — black, espresso, latte, cappuccino, macchiato, iced, mocha, Irish, Turkish, Cuban, with honey, agave, milk, cream, sugar... I could go on and on.
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Carrots. What image comes to mind when you hear the word? Most of us think of the color orange. Now take a moment to visualize carrots on a plate. Are they purple carrots cooked whole and slathered in butter? Or do you envision raw orange baby carrots on a platter with other veggies usually found at parties? For most of us, the latter is what our mind conjures up. It's typical. We often choose the most convenient option when shopping at the market.
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Salad seems to be a "go-to" item for people attempting to eat clean and healthy. The problem with salads is that you typically can't prepare them in advance due to wilting and the unfortunate sogginess that occurs when you add other items to wet lettuce. Fortunately, there is a salad that doesn't just withstand the preparation process but actually enhances in flavor and texture as it sits, for days... This massaged kale salad is very simple and nutrient dense.
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What the pho?! The proper pronunciation of this popular Vietnamese soup is "fuh", not "foe".
I think pho has to be my ultimate favorite soup. I just came back from a month in Vietnam where I motorbiked the entire country and tasted pho from Saigon all the way to Hanoi. My favorite was found streetside not far outside Saigon en route to Mui Ne. The spices used in that one in particular had me licking up the very last drop, literally.
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Who doesn't love a good salad that not only tempts the palate but also leaves you feeling satiated? This shrimp salad with grapefruit and avocado is the perfect mix of spicy zesty freshness. An added bonus is the use of turmeric to brighten, season and give nutritional benefits.
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