Although most people associate chives as a simple garnish for baked potatoes, egg dishes and salads, there are so many more potential benefits and uses of this versatile vegetable. In fact, like other veggies in the same family, they are packed with important nutrients and health-promoting compounds that have been shown to fight cancer cell…
Records show that various types of onions have been used worldwide as a valuable medicinal and food source for thousands of years. Many ancient populations believed that onion nutrition had a beneficial effect on disease treatment and immunity, which is why this vegetable has long been encouraged as part of a healing diet. Why is…
This chicken paprikash recipe is my healthy take on a classic Hungarian favorite. If you haven't had this delicious chicken dish before, then you are really in for a treat! Most chicken paprikash recipes don't include many vegetables and definitely not leafy greens, but what's a main course without some antioxidant-rich greens? I'm taking this…
Root vegetables have been a staple in many South American and Asian diets for thousands of years. In fact, records show that certain root veggies like sweet potatoes were important ingredients in folk medicine over 5,000 years ago, and they’ve supported undernourished populations around the world ever since. Starchy veggies provide vital nutrients like vitamin…
Fish are among the healthiest omega-3 foods out there. That makes them great to eat, since omega-3s help keep your heart healthy and may even help stave off cancer. Fish are also low in calories, taste delicious and cook quickly, making them an excellent choice for busy evenings. For many families, though, fish just isn't…
Have you ever tried calabacitas? It's commonly served as a side dish in New Mexico and Mexico, but when you add plenty of veggies, beans and a source of high-quality protein, this dish becomes a healthy and fulfilling meal. That's the calabacitas recipe that I've developed here, as a complete plant-based, vegetarian meal. (It becomes…
Sometimes, we just want a good steak. And maybe some salt and pepper is all you require to make it taste like heaven. But have you ever tried compound butter on top? It takes steak, or chicken, fish or even veggies, to another level. Compound butter (or a flavored butter) is essentially traditional butter mixed…
We hear a lot about the importance of consuming foods that provide minerals like calcium and potassium. Foods high in sulfur get less attention, even though sulfur-rich foods offer many benefits. Sulfur is a nutrient that has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant effects, which is why veggies that are high in this mineral — such as…
Believe it or not, up to one-third of all adults deal with some type of fragrance sensitivity, which can trigger symptoms such as trouble breathing, headaches and skin irritation. In fact, the American Academy of Dermatology considers fragrances to be the leading cause of cosmetic contact contact dermatitis. How do you treat fragrance sensitivity? As…
Pears seem to get the short end of the stick when it comes to fruits, but they're more versatile than people think. That's why I love to use them to make pear salad, among other things. While bananas are eaten on the go and apples are tossed into lunchboxes, pears are often passed over. It's…
