Other Healthy Recipes

Freezing fresh vegetables properly will help them keep their taste, color and texture. Certain vegetable do not freeze well. Tomatoes, lettuce, onions and celery won’t do well in the freezer...

Sesame seeds are popular in Oriental and Mid-Eastern cooking. Seeds should be stored in the refrigerator (so they don't get rancid). The oil which is used for salads and frying, can remain at...

When you are in a real hurry but still need to pack a lunch these quick roll-ups are just the thing. They are also healthy and are perfect for people who cannot eat wheat or are avoiding bread...

If you like to eat all-natural foods you may be missing some of your favorite condiments and sauces as it seems that most pre-packaged food items are full of a lot of things that are not natural....

The lima bean is often over-looked when considering meal preparation. Lima beans is a good source of fiber and protein. Lima beans have many other health benefits, from stabilizing blood sugars...

We all dread those nasty cold and flu symptoms sneaking up on us. Some of us can't seem to avoid them especially during the winter months. When I feel the on set of a cold or the flu I use a...

If you enjoy green tea for its delicious taste and health benefits, you will be pleased to learn that it is easy to make iced. You don't need any special ingredients. Any good-quality green tea...

Dried bananas are a best-of-both-worlds snack food -- they taste like a sinful indulgence but are actually pretty darn good for you. Though they contain a fair amount of sugar (any dried fruit...

Red meat is generally regarded as very unhealthy; however, there are several cuts of steak and lamb that defy this generalization. Being on a diet does not mean you have to avoid red meats. All...

Swedish bitter is an herbal drink which contains a mixture of alcohol and medicinal herbs. It has been used for medicinal purposes since its creation back in 1541, by the Swiss physician Philippus...

Craving a milkshake but trying to avoid fattening ice cream? Try a fruit smoothie instead. Smoothies are easy to make, and are an indulgent treat at any time of the day. They're especially...

Stinging nettles have been used since the bronze age for food, medicine, fibers and dyes. They grow in Canada and the United States, down through Virginia, and are best eaten in the spring, when...

Serotonin is described as a neurotransmitter that is responsible for many important brain functions. The development of specific tissues and neurons depend on serotonin. Therefore a disruption or...

A perfect way to preserve your fresh apples and pears so that you can eat them later is to dehydrate them. The dried fruit which are high in fiber, vitamins and complex carbohydrates, make a...

This coconut cream protein shake has all the flavor of coconut cream pie without all the fat, sugar, and calories. Unlike coconut cream pie, it will also give you about 25 – 30 grams of protein,...

Raspberries and chocolate go so well together. And they are absolutely delicious together in this nutritious chocolate raspberry protein shake! Not only will it give you a good amount of...

This chocolate cinnamon coffee protein shake is a rich meld of flavors. It tastes like one of those fancy expensive coffee drinks, but unlike those fancy expensive drinks, it’s low in fat and...

If you need to get more protein in your diet, you should try this tasty chocolate almond protein shake. It’s easy to make, and depending on which brand of chocolate protein powder you use, it...

A Bean is a bean, is a bean…, or is it? Until you mash, or pureed them, into a cake you have not experienced their versatility. Beans can also be used as a base for sauces, "cream"...

If you want to increase the protein in your diet, try this hazelnut coffee protein shake. It tastes so good, you won’t even know it’s good for you! In fact, it will remind you of one of those...

These protein blueberry muffins are delicious, but they are also very healthy. They are low in fat and sugar, and are actually high in protein, unlike most muffins. If you’re trying to lose...

The acai berry diet, in its many forms, has been hailed as the magic weight loss fruit. Although it is not a quick-fix solution for weight loss that some claim it to be, the acai berry can aid in...

If you have a microwave rice cooker, don't be afraid to use it for cooking brown rice. Although it takes a bit more liquid, the process is basically the same as preparing white rice, and the brown...

Make you own healthy onion casserole using my mom's onion casserole recipe and get a real taste of the south at your home.

Lentils are a nutritious and hearty food. In addition, they're very inexpensive, easy to prepare, and low in calories and fat. They can be stored almost indefinitely before you cook them. Use...

If you'd like to try your hand at homemade pizza, here's an easy recipe that uses whole wheat flour.

Many of us think that eating healthfully and eating great are mutually exclusive, but great taste doesn't have to come at the cost of your waistline. There are simple swaps you can make every day...

Macrobiotics is a predominantly vegetarian diet that combines yin (expansive) and yang (contractive) foods to promote health, well-being and longevity. Macrobiotic philosophy believes that an...

Formula is necessary for the first year of an infant's life to ensure that he receives the dietary supplement necessary to build healthy bones and grow properly. And while it is important that...

Eggs are a delicious staple in the home and a key player in a nutritious breakfast. Eggs are also packed with cholesterol--approximately 214mg per one large egg--and may not be the best choice for...

There are many different diets that can help you lose weight. Eating fresh and healthy food is good for you for a variety of reasons. Fresh food has fewer preservatives, which can cause weight...

I really must go....but baby it's cold outside...Hey, lady! If you had cooked up a pot of my Dad's award winning pea soup - next time you're male friend might remember to bring his toothbrush. (if...

Many people know that dandelions are edible, but relatively few people seem to enjoy them. This is because they are intensely bitter to taste, and many common methods for preparing them do not go...

We all know the phrase "you are what you eat." But who would have guessed that the saying goes for your hair as well? According to the American Academy of Dermatology, hair loss affects more than...

Textured protein mix is used as a meat substitute and meat extender in a variety of recipes. Most applications of textured protein call for the dry mix to first be hydrated in water or broth...

Do you love the taste of delicious red strawberries? What about a cold smoothie drink? Well this article will tell you how to make a delicious strawberry smoothie, both tasty and very healthy for you.

I am sure you all have peeled and ate a banana before. But, if you are anything like me, you have never known the right way to peel a banana. No more will you have to struggle with and bruise a...

The market is flooded with pills and programs that will help you lose weight. Not all are equally safe methods. When trying to lose weight, remember that losing weight is a combination of diet and...

Canning is a traditional method of preserving food that is growing again in popularity. An increasing number of people are growing food in their own gardens, for economical and ecological reasons,...

Pregnancy brings with it discomfort and pain. Thus, women often seek to bring the agony to an end by inducing pregnancy when the doctor says the baby is ready for birth. Dozens of tips are...