A new JAMA study published this month found that certain fats were protective from deaths related to heart disease. Which ones? Your first guess might be olive oil or omega-3s that are often praised in the media. Yes those fats were shining stars in this study, but the bigger winner was omega-6, specifically linoleic acid, a type … Continue reading An Update on Omega-6 Fats
People don't just like avocados, people love them. Obsessed really, adding them into every meal or smoothie possible. They're so popular an avocado emoji is supposedly arriving soon 😍 Sure they're nutritious—check out my earlier post on the nutritional value of avocados. But it's more about its creamy satisfaction that balances out a crunchy salad, the … Continue reading #AvocadoLove
Like most folks, I grew up eating canned soup. But as soon as I realized that making soup is the easiest thing in the world, I've never gone back. There may be some washing, dicing and slicing involved, but after everything is transferred to a pot, you're free to go just letting the ingredients simmer, … Continue reading Fast and Easy Udon Noodle Soup
I don't relate to people who say they loathe grocery shopping. In the right store at an ideal time without crowds of people, food shopping is like therapy. Bright lights, energizing colors, familiarity and ample choices make the experience more gratifying than clothes shopping…or at least close to it! I've always thought how great it … Continue reading How To Eat a More Plant-Based Diet
Earlier this month, milk was thrust into the spotlight questioning if Americans may be better off drinking whole milk instead of the common choice of skim. After decades of learning that skim or 1% milk is the best choice for heart health, this notion was a bit unsettling. I'd like to know the answer because … Continue reading Pour a Glass of Whole Fat or Low Fat?
You probably know what zoodles are by now—zucchini that has been cut into spirals or long strands that look like noodles. Paleo and low carb fanatics love the stuff, using zoodles in recipes that normally call for regular spaghetti. I'm not convinced that a bowl of zoodles covered in marina sauce tastes quite the same, … Continue reading Zoodles with Soba Noodles
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