Essential Guide to Soy and Tofu Soybeans are not much of a dietary staple in the western world. But traditional soy foods, like tofu, miso and tempeh, have formed the basis of the diet in East Asia for centuries, where they’re valued not only for their versatility but also for the healthy nutrition they offer….
Foods That May Improve Flexibility Increasing flexibility is more than simply eating a healthy diet. Drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated and regular exercise (including a variety of flexibility-boosting stretching techniques) is key when you want to be able to touch your toes with ease. A healthy diet packed with anti-inflammatory foods is your best…
Iron Rich Fruits and Vegetables It may be challenging to get your iron RDA by eating fruits and vegetables alone. However, if you eat them as part of a balanced diet that includes lean meats, legumes, grains, and seeds, you’ll likely meet your iron goal. In addition, consider boiling or sauteing fruits and vegetables in…
Drinking Fresh Vegetable Juices If you’ve never tried vegetable juice before, a favorite beginner’s juice is made from carrots. However, it is important to note that not all carrots taste the same and it is no different for the juice they produce. Across the board, most people enjoy the sweet juice rendered by carrots grown…
Soy is a high quality plant protein Today, I’m writing about soy and sharing one of my favorite tofu recipes, because soybeans and soy foods provide high quality protein which are often overlooked in the grocery store. What Is Soy? Soybeans are not much of a dietary staple in the western world. But traditional soy…
Reduce your risk of death A risk factor is something that makes it more likely that you will develop a particular disease or medical condition. Some risk factors, such as age, gender and family history, are beyond your control. However, many lifestyle-related risk factors are very much in your control. You can dramatically reduce your…
Healthy Reasons to Love Cinnamon Cinnamon has long been used for not only making food taste better, but also for home remedies and medicinal purposes. And while there’s not much strongly supported clinical evidence that confirms the health benefits of the spice, many small studies suggest that it does come with some perks. Clocking in at only six…
Healthy Foods for a Better Brain Foods such as sodas, cakes and cookies that contain high fructose corn syrup and other sweeteners have been linked to interruptions in the brain. Also, limiting processed foods that contain simple grains such as enriched flour, may have a detrimental effect on your brain power. Instead, focusing on whole…
Mediterranean Diet Recipes The Mediterranean diet has its origins in the 16 countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. While many of the cultures that produce recipes from this region have difficult or time intensive food preparation, there are several simple Mediterranean diet recipes as well. These simple recipes take just minutes to prepare and still give…
Wine and Health Benefits Wondering if wine is healthy? Well…yes and no. There are many chemical components to wine that benefit the human body like: Protecting blood vessels – Polyphenol compounds in wine help to prevent damage of the protective tissue around blood vessels. Preventing arterial plaque build up – The anti-oxidants in wine help to prevent…
