This trio of cold-water fish packs a mighty anti-inflammation and brain-power punch to your diet because they contain the superfood gold-standard of Omega 3 fatty acids, EPA/DHA. Two simple picture metaphors can help you understand their importance: EPA/DHA acts as a fire extinguisher for chronic inflammation in your body. Remember that chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s […]
EPA/DHA, jalapeño, kale, polenta, preserved tomato sauce, sardines, wild-caught salmon
I always think of Rodney Dangerfield when I think of the Allium Family of Vegetables, comprised of onions, garlic, leeks, shallots, green onions and chives. His famous saying “I don’t get no respect” resonates with this clan because they truly possess a powerhouse of health qualities AND taste, but they usually remain in the […]
beets, cauliflower, garlic, grass-fed butter, leeks, red onions, roasted shrimp, shallots
Korean Kimchi would be in the category of a “super-duper” health food. Not only are the ingredients all cancer and heart disease fighters, i.e. cabbage, green onions, onions and garlic but because it is a fermented food it also boosts your immune system by inoculating your gut with good bacteria. It is estimated that your gut is greater than […]
cabbage, ferment, fish sauce, grain, green onions, kimchi, Korean Chile powder, legume
Berries are the go-to fruits for dieting because their sugar count is relatively low with a high fiber count. They all contain anthocyanins, water soluble plant pigments which are responsible for their deep, vibrant colors of red, blue and purple. Those colors are also indicators of the star status they have relating to their high […]
blueberry, buttermilk, panna cotta
So what do you think of when you hear the word CANCER? I personally think of these cancer cells without boundaries: Okay, now we know what the enemy looks like. How do we fight it? One way to fight it is with the ally of a family that can make a difference, the CRUCIFEROUS FAMILY. […]
bok choy, Brussels Sprouts, caesar salad, Chinese Five-Spice, fish sauce, freekah, kale, swiss chard
I know, the traditional comfort foods are usually what you think of when you truly want a little comfort from the big ol’ bad world we live in. Traditional comfort foods meaning lots of buttery or fried refined carbs, fried and breaded meats and maybe throw in a starchy vegetable, i.e. corn. Do I have […]
Brussels Sprouts, freekah, garlic, grass-fed butter, onion, red pepper, shallot, wild-caught salmon
Whole grains and legumes should be an important part of the majority of your meals. Not only do they offer you important B vitamins and magnesium (legumes) but their fiber and protein punch over white flour products and rice leaves you with that satiated feeling after a meal that keeps you from coming back for […]
Chimichurri, Chinese Five-Spice, coconut oil, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, freekah, garlic, grass-fed burgers, pork, porridge, port, quinoa, tilapia, Vietnamese
In your mind’s eye, go back a few years and picture you or one of your siblings sitting there at the kitchen table FOR HOURS because they didn’t finish their vegetables. Got the picture? If you were one of those individuals, you wouldn’t even think of consuming one of those mushy, tasteless “items” that […]
cancer, chronic disease, DIM, fruit, healthy, Heart Disease, vegetables, weight maintenance
You know by the date of this blog that New Year’s Day was only three weeks ago. Were you one of the many that made a resolution to change your ways to start eating healthfully and exercise regularly? How are you doing today with that resolution? If you aren’t very happy with your willpower […]
exercise, habit, healthy, wellness
What do you have when you unleash an inquisitive kid in the kitchen, with you acting as a mentor? A formula for magic, right before your eyes. There is the capacity to unearth potential creativity, learn about family traditions, teach principals of teamwork and foundations of organization, science, nutrition and math skills. I’ve seen the […]
kid's cooking, Mise en place, Nutrition, nutritious, pride