Bell peppers are crispy, crunchy, and mildly sweet. They’re popular in low-carb cooking, and you can find them year-round at your local grocery store (although they taste best when they’re in season during the summer and fall!). But are bell peppers good for you? Yes! Let’s go over some of the health benefits of bell […]
The creamy texture and tangy flavor of mayonnaise is a staple in so many classic recipes — think potato salad, egg salad, pasta salad, sandwiches, burgers, and dips. But it’s not exactly the pinnacle of healthy condiments, so you may be wondering if a worthy mayo substitute exists. “Classic mayonnaise is made from emulsifying egg […]
The “eat the rainbow” philosophy is rooted in eating an abundance and variety of nutrient-rich, plant-based foods. These foods help us get the wide variety of nutrients our body needs throughout the week. Mother Nature provides us with so much nutritious and beautiful produce, and eating the rainbow is a simple visual reminder that allows […]
PUBLISHED January 1, 2021· MODIFIED January 1, 2021 · BY [Urvashi Pitre] · 556 words. · About 3 minutes to read this article.· This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases· Leave a Comment Starting a Keto diet doesn’t have to be difficult! Read this to answer […]
It’s a common misconception that you can’t eat a lot of vegetables while on a keto diet. In fact, you can and should eat plenty of vegetables! They contain all kinds of nutritious stuff, including antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals like potassium, and calcium. But not just any vegetables will do. Some are high-carb foods with […]
What do Hawaiian papaya, zucchini, and yellow squash have in common? Besides being nutritious and delicious, these fruits are examples of foods that may sometimes be genetically modified. While you’ve likely heard a lot of debate about GMO foods in recent years, it’s not always clear what the heck that means — and whether it’s […]
What can you eat on a low carb or keto diet? What is the Low Carb Diet? Adopting a low carb or ketogenic diet is far simpler than you might initially imagine. It is very much a case of identifying foods that are high carbohydrate and swapping them with low carbohydrate foods. A simple strategy […]
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed with all of the information out there telling you how to eat well? There are so many questions we ask ourselves when preparing or planning meals: Do I have enough protein? Am I getting all of my nutrients? Will this keep me full? Is this going to taste good […]
While keto diet is becoming more popular, recipes are slowly being modified and created for this diet. These recipes are high in fat and protein and pair well with vegetables! 1. Taco Stuffed peppers Taco night is saved with these stuffed peppers! You don’t have to give up Taco Tuesday in the name of healthy […]
When you eat seasonally you’re not only consuming foods in your region at peak ripeness and nutrient density, but you’re also supporting local farmers and your community. When practicing a mindful eating lifestyle, one of the things we pay attention to is where our food is coming from and how it got to our plate. […]
