healthy food – Page 13 – Little Choices

Eat Whole Grain Oats

Whole grain oats contain folic acid, pantothenic acid and vitamins B1 and B6. Oatmeal is a whole grain, and is considered a whole food. The outer hull is removed after oats are roasted, however, this process does not strip away their bran or germ allowing them to retain the fiber and nutrients. It’s important for good…

Mashed Cauliflower (Mock Mashed Potatoes)

This recipe is a favorite of many dieters. I originally made the recipe from the South Beach Diet book and I have made it for years even though I am no longer eat South Beach style. I believe in using real butter and cream and have incorporated these healthy fats into the original dish. 1 head cauliflower — cut…

Ginger & Sesame Chicken Skewers

It’s that time of year! Time to break out the barbecue and enjoy the wonders of cooking outside. This simple recipe will become a family favorite. You can marinade it for an hour or all day to really soak in the flavors! You can use roasted sesame seeds if you like that flavor or sprinkle it right…

The Importance of Omega-3s & Omega-6s

Most of Americans don’t get enough good fat in our diets, especially omega-3s because our diets have really changed over the past few decades. We just don’t consume fish and vegetables like our ancestors did or like other cultures do. Studies show that the Japanese culture consumes more omega-3s because their diets consist of more…

Baked Eggs with Cheese and Zucchini

It’s a healthy choice to eat 1 – 2 eggs every day. However, don’t leave out the yolks. The yolks have sulfur to support your liver’s cleansing process. Omega-3 enriched eggs are loaded with antioxidants for the eyes and brain, as well as cholesterol-protective amino acids. There are no omega-3s in egg whites. The omega-3s in…

Asparagus and Tomato Delight

Asparagus has so many health benefits, it should be added to the healthy diet. Asparagus is great as a detox vegetable as well as having anti-aging functions. It helps reduces pain and inflammation and can protect against cancer. 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed 2/3 c. water 1/4 c. MCT oil 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese 10 grape tomatoes, halved…