Tonight one of the main components of my supper was just microwaved frozen peas – with some cucumber and dill dressing and season salt. Put some peas in a microwave-safe bowl, and cook for 5 minutes. Delicious! So I thought to dig a little deeper into the health benefits of frozen vegetables. In the fast-paced … Read more
On a whim, for my supper tonight, I took a can of black-eyed peas and a half-can of black olives, with some dill salad dressing, and mixed them together. They were absolutely delicious! So I looked online to see if my idea was new. Apparently not! Black-eyed peas and black olives can pair well together, … Read more
I’m interested in “simple” and “economical;” most people are. Losing weight while sticking to a budget doesn’t have to be complicated. One of the most effective ways to streamline your meal prep and keep costs low is by focusing on simple recipes that require only a handful of ingredients. By keeping your recipes to just … Read more
Having just finished a bowl of lentils…I thought looking into the health value of lentils might be something worth looking into! Lentils are a small but mighty legume that has been a staple in diets around the world for thousands of years. Revered for their nutritional benefits, lentils are more than just a versatile … Read more
As I’m now working in the office, and am not in a truck, it’s been an interesting exercise to find simple healthy lunches to take to work. In the hustle and bustle of a workday, finding a lunch that is both nutritious and convenient can often feel like a challenge. A well-planned lunch not only … Read more
Are you looking to reduce your sugar intake without sacrificing flavor in your meals? With a growing awareness of the health implications associated with excessive sugar consumption, many people are seeking sugar-free alternatives for their daily meals, especially dinner. Whether you’re managing diabetes, following a keto lifestyle, or simply aiming for a healthier diet, preparing … Read more
Dementia is a worldwide problem, affecting millions of people. If there are foods that fight dementia, we need them, for sure! And research does indeed suggest that food can play a significant and pivotal role in preventing dementia. Our bodies need nutrients; our brain plays a highly significant role in our body, and it … Read more
The pros and cons of Stevia – are there actually any “cons?” There might be a few, we’ll take a look, but there are definitely a lot of pros! We’ve talked about stevia in previous posts, but recently I saw an article about it in Nutrition Insight that brought it back to mind. Sugar – … Read more
Is there “healthy” food that might actually not be healthy? It seems that could be the case. Six “Healthy” Foods That Might Not Be All That According to an article by Dr. Emma Beckett in the BBC Science Focus magazine, not everything that seems healthy at first glance is always healthy upon deeper examination! … Read more
Low-cost, simple, and healthy eating – here’s a summary of ideas from news sources around the world today. How to Keep Food Costs Down According to this article in U.S. News and World Report, people are spending a higher percentage of their income on food than at any time since the 1980’s. What do “they” … Read more