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We often hear, “Eat more fiber!” but what is it? Fiber, also known as bulk or roughage, is the part of plant foods that our bodies can’t digest or absorb; instead, it passes through our body mostly intact. By consuming more of this plant substance, mostly in our fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, grains, and […]
Did you know avocados are considered a fruit? Not only that, they’re the most fiber-filled fruit of all! Combining avocado with the nutrient-packed chickpea in a dessert recipe means enjoying a sweet treat with an added pop of nutrition. This is our fudgy and sweet, yet nutrient-dense take on the traditional blondie! Chickpea-Avocado […]
Many of us are on the hunt to improve our health and wellness through diet, and the Mediterranean Diet has long been a popular way of eating. It has been connected to improved cardiovascular health, reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s, and increasing longevity. Starting the day with a blend of vegetables, healthy fats, and […]
If difficulty tolerating dairy has made recipes with a cream sauce something you must avoid, that changes today! Enter, cashews. Their neutral flavor and abundance of healthy fats lend well to being a dairy-free substitute. Of course, it’s not the type of recipe that “no one will notice,” but it’s a satisfyingly creamy topper […]
Soup vs. stew - what's the difference? It may depend on who you ask, but stews generally have less liquid than soups and may contain a thickening agent like the flour in this recipe. This Beef Vegetable Stew uses just enough broth to provide a tasty base for onions, celery, beef, mixed veggies, and the star - sweet potato!
Have you ever considered baking without flour? With the right ingredient swaps, it’s doable! This brownie recipe is fudgy, flourless proof! Pairing nut/seed butter with eggs and a leavening agent (baking powder) creates a lift to the brownies that makes them both airy and dense, a win-win in the texture department. These brownies have […]
With the New Year underway, many are starting 2024 with the intention of making changes to their diets, habits, and overall lifestyle. Wellness becomes a topic of particular focus in January due to the end of the holiday season and desired shifts toward improving our health. The beginning of the year can also be […]
What better way to warm up on a winter day than with a steaming bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup? Not only does it warm you up, but this chicken noodle soup also helps support your immune system by adding canned tomatoes to increase vitamin C and pack a powerful punch of lycopene, a […]
Whether you choose salmon or tuna for this recipe, our heart-healthy meatballs are made with just a few fridge and pantry staples for an easy protein to add to any meal. Canned fish and seafood are an affordable way to boost your intake of omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown through research to […]
Plant-based meals are fabulous for heart health, digestive health, and chronic disease prevention. The budget-friendly features in this dish are red lentils and sweet potatoes. Both high in fiber, these starchy all-stars aid in blood sugar stabilization and also feed the good bacteria in our digestive tract, two key areas we’re seeing highlighted for […]