healthy food – Page 7 – Little Choices

Scoop up some Cantaloupe!

Although you can find cantaloupe year-round in your local supermarket, now is that time of year when you can purchase fresh, sweet and juicy cantaloupes. It’s safe to buy non-organic, but if you are juicing and include the rinds for extra nutrition, then it’s best to choose organic.Melons are great to take along on a…

Choose Wisely – Eggs

Shopping has become a lot more complicated with all the marketing on packages so it’s important to be informed and choose wisely. Today I want to talk about eggs. Eggs are an excellent source of protein and I suggest to eat 1 – 2 eggs per day. Don’t leave out the yolks. The yolks have…

Sprouted Grain Bread, Bagels, Pasta & More!

Sprouted grains, commonly used to make “flourless” bread, are rich in natural vitamins, food enzymes, amino acids and Omega-3s. The concept of sprouting goes way back to our ancestors and as far back as to Biblical days. Recently, the popularity of sprouting is increasing and manufacturers are producing many spouted grain products from bread to…

Chicory Root Benefits

Chicory root and extracts from chicory root were first reported in the United States in the early 1800’s. Studies are ongoing to discover numerous health benefits to using chicory root in order treat various health concerns. It contains inulin, a polysaccharide that is used as a probiotic and has been seen to help those with indigestion…

Pesto Pizza

Have a craving for pizza on a hot summer day? This pizza is just bursting with summer flavors! It’s loaded with healthy items such as basil, pine nuts, spinach, tomatoes, and just about anything else you might want to add on! It’s a perfect recipe with healthy foods straight from your summer garden. I usually make…

Flourless Flaxseed Pancakes

Flaxseeds are a rich source of Omega-3s, fiber and contain minerals such as manganese, copper, and magnesium and vitamins such as folate and vitamin B6. In addition, they contain lignan phytonutrients, which have been found to have hormone-balancing and cardiovascular benefits. You cannot get all of those unique flaxseed benefits unless you mill or grind…