Pizza is an international favorite, well-loved for its timeless combination of leavened pizza bread, sauce (usually tomato sauce), cheese, and various toppings. While it is very delicious, this culinary classic has taken flak for being high in calories, carbs, sodium, and sometimes even cholesterol. However, you don’t have to give…
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The cinnamon powder as heart fortifier is an Ayurvedic remedy to strengthen the heart. The heart tonic: Early in the morning after cleaning your mouth. Prepare this mixture, add one teaspoon of honey and mix thoroughly with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder, then slowly lick the mixture. Take this tonic…
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With vegetable fruit sauce plant-based nutrition and the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle catching on, the need to create your own sauces vis a vis buying the store-bought variety becomes the obvious choice. Unfortunately, most commercially prepared sauces contain added sweeteners like corn syrup, preservatives, and chemicals to create an…
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Continue ReadingWhat is Farofa? Farofa is a traditional Brazilian side dish, served especially with rice and beans. It is made from Cassava flour, which is obtained by grinding the root of the Mandioca plant. Farofa can be purchased either in a coarsely powdered form or as raw ground flour. Commonly used…
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Ever struggle with your meals and your energy levels throughout the week? You want to eat healthy though time is short. Navigating through the day, the week, then the months, especially when multitasking, is brutal. I know where you are at, been there, done that. So the next best thing…
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Asparagus sautéed in coconut butter is a healthy side dish that can be whipped up in ten minutes. Sautéed asparagus is crispy and tender. This simple recipe, made with a few ingredients, brings out the deliciously earthy, green flavor of asparagus. This side dish can be whipped up in ten…
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Bacalhau à Gomes de sá is a traditional Portuguese dish made of codfish and potatoes, which is prepared for dinner on Christmas eve. We’re making a “veganized” version that is just as good as the original for today’s dish. This recipe uses tapioca root, also known as mandioca, which provides…
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Continue ReadingDiabetes is a condition in which the blood glucose (sugar) level is unnaturally high. Diabetes, as several studies have shown, is a lifestyle disorder that is manageable and also reversible. One of the primary ways to reverse diabetes is lifestyle and dietary modification. When it comes to diet, the key…
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Easy Apple Chutney tastes better when made with fresh produce and fruits that are in season. This sweet and savory apple chutney is great for having a surplus of fresh, juicy apples during harvest season. It’s the perfect accompaniment to rice, vegan tacos, or any other meat-substitute dish. Sweet and spicy…
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Continue ReadingNo ice cream maker is required for this Cashew date Iscream, which is sweetened with Medjool Dates. There are only six ingredients, and it’s vegan, gluten-free, and sugar-free. Is it just me, or do all of the non-dairy/vegan frozen sweets in the ice cream section at the grocery store attract…
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Methi or fenugreek is a mildly bitter, unique spice that is a staple in Indian cooking. You will like this salad with homegrown sprouts of fenugreek seeds. Here’s a detailed guide on how to sprout methi seeds. This simple five-ingredient salad is a powerhouse of health, made with sprouted fenugreek, rocket…
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Continue ReadingVegan Gingko pesto pizza Let’s start with fun facts about ginkgo leaves. These leaves come from the ginkgo biloba tree, among the oldest species of trees in the world. This tree is believed to have existed even during the dinosaur age! They are believed to have survived for this long…
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Continue ReadingWho doesn’t love chickpeas? These tiny protein-rich balls are perfect for every dish and every individual. Blend them into gram flour and add in any recipes you want. Chickpeas are versatile legumes with a mild, nutty flavor. The flour obtained by grinding dried chickpeas is a gluten-free alternative to wheat…
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Continue ReadingHomemade fresh pine lemon tango juice is a healthy alternative to packaged juices. It can be whipped up in minutes and is a refreshingly delicious tropical juice that’s great for immunity-building and detoxification. Pineapple has a unique flavor profile; it’s sweet, mildly tangy, and apt for juicing. The addition of…
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Pineapple and ginger are a combination that we are accustomed to. Add in coriander and not so much. However, the juice from these ingredients is highly rich in vitamin C and is a perfect detox juice. Freshly squeezed juice has many health benefits compared to the canned or boxed variety…
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Continue ReadingEvery meal is complete with a dessert. As “there is always space in the stomach for dessert.” We celebrate it every chance we get. In the early days of the pandemic, we were the few able to travel about with our special pass to distribute food to the homeless. Therefore, I…
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Okra is a versatile vegetable when you know how to cook them. It can be boiled, grilled, roasted, baked, sautéed, made into tempura, or sliced thinly and fried. This sautéed whole okra sizzle with cinnamon sesame oil and soy sauce is a simple, quick-to-make starter that allows the natural, earthy…
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Lemon orange chutney pasta with Chickpea sauce. This Lemon Orange Chutney Pasta is tangy, vibrant, and absolutely delicious. This dish is sure to wow the senses with a bit of creaminess and nuttiness coming from the chickpea sauce. The key to this beautiful dish is the use of preserved lemons…
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Gingko Bilabo pesto is the ultimate brain food. Gingko Bilabo leaves are sometimes called living fossils because they have been around since the dinosaur age. A booster for the brain is one of Mother Nature’s gifts to help improve our cognitive function. You can use the ginkgo leaves powder from…