If your only contact with chickpeas (also called garbanzo beans) has been adding them to a salads or occasionally eating hummus, then you’re missing out on some of the serious benefits of chickpea flour. This type of flour has all the same benefits of chickpea nutrition, since it’s simply made using one ingredient: roasted (or…
If you’ve ever cooked with beef before, it’s likely you have a bottle of Worcestershire sauce hanging around in the pantry somewhere. In fact, the condiment has quite a few uses that you might not have considered before. But while the sauce can add a lot of flavor to dishes, you may want to steer…
You're likely familiar with the breakfast egg casserole recipes, such as a sausage and egg casserole, but have you ever tried a breakfast casserole that's good for vegetarians? If not, you simply must try my vegetarian egg casserole recipe. Egg casseroles are terrific when you're in a time crunch. They come together easily, are large…
According to the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America, an estimated 50 million Americans (one in five people) suffer from some type of allergies. The chances are high that you or someone you know deals with ongoing allergies, whether seasonal allergies, food allergies or another type, and could use allergy relief at least from time…
Inflammation as a bodily function is not necessarily a bad thing. When the body is injured or ill, the lymphatic (immune) system springs into action, bringing the immune system’s army of white blood cells to the area of concern via increased blood flow. With the increased attention to the area, there might also be swelling,…
If you aren't familiar with the benefits of collard greens nutrition, you may be surprised what this leafy green can do. Collard greens (or collards) are various loose-leafed plants that belong to the Brassica oleracea species. This beneficial vegetable is related to others in the Acephala group, including: cabbage Swiss chard broccoli cauliflower kale Brussels sprouts Collard greens date back to…
One of today's trendiest beverages is called matcha tea, and the health benefits are astounding! Heralded by top nutritionists, researchers and health-conscious celebrities alike, matcha is a green tea but one that stands alone. This high-grade, finely ground, concentrated green tea has been traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremonies for hundreds of years. As both…
If you haven’t seen kvass at the grocery store, chances are you soon will. Already produced in places like Brooklyn and Pennsylvania, kvass is quickly catching up with kombucha as the most popular probiotic drink. Kvass is a traditional fermented beverage that has a similar taste to beer, except it's healthier because it provides probiotics.…
Black salt is a popular ingredient, hailed for both its potential health benefits as well as its unique flavor and aroma. Not only is it widely used in curries, chutneys and chaats in Indian cooking, but it's also often featured in vegan dishes, including egg-free frittatas, scrambles and sandwiches. However, there are a lot of…
You’ve likely heard the term “superfoods” tossed around quite a bit and have probably heard about all of the benefits offered by these nutrient-rich dietary additions. So what is considered a superfood exactly? Although there’s no set criteria as to what defines a superfood, these are foods that are jam-packed with nutrients that help provide…
