Eat with an open mind
GreenFestival Chicago May 5th and 6th and National Restaurant Association May 8th The windy city was rainy and spring like at the beginning of this May, but it didn’t stop the tree loving and hugging friends of the 17th Annual Green Festival located at the Navy Pier. The 2 day exhibit offered many new earth [...]
How would you like to be one of the leaders in the business industry that is being proactive and providing wellness tools to your employees, for FREE? Research has shown that good nutrition can help lower the risk of many chronic diseases including heart disease, stroke, some cancers, diabetes, osteoporosis, and stress. A workplace nutrition [...]
Remember the song “Ch, ch, Chia” about chia pets? Have you recently heard the buzz about them and want to learn more? Watch this video of Lani Jacobs one of the Natural Grocers Nutritional Health Coaches in Denver, CO! http://www.9news.com/video/1372838269001/1/Why-nutritionists-say-you-may-want-to-eat-a-Chia-Pet Why-nutritionists-say-you-may-want-to-eat-a-Chia-Pet
The ‘nutrient taker’ found in some “healthy” foods which can cause digestive problems, block mineral absorption, including calcium, and may lead to “leaky gut” syndrome, chronic fatigue, or even gluten intolerance is called = Phytic Acid. This compound is found in some veggies, grains, seeds, and nuts. The best way to minimize your absorption is [...]
Some Americans just can’t seem to find a balance or do all in moderation. When it comes to protein, I feel most people don’t eat an adequate amount or on the other hand, over indulge because their trainers told them to. Well, when it comes to protein – we need about 20 grams at each [...]
The USDA Food Pyramid, that has been misunderstood for it’s lifetime, has a new look – a PLATE. Will we all finally get it now? We all can relate to a plate, right???? Well, I have used a similar pictorial for the last few years. I teach people how to use a plate to eat [...]
Sweet, Salty, Sour, Spicy: The Cuisines of Southeast Asia Source: Sur La Table (www.surlatable.com) Class in Dallas April 26th Specific countries in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Malaysia, have developed unique cuisines shaped by historic, geographic, and cultural influences. Within each country, distinct regional cuisines celebrate the native ingredients and traditions through its [...]
I am teaching another Healthy Cooking Class at Sur La Table on Thursday March 10th at 6:30 pm. I will talk about basic nutrition and how to incorporate healthier foods into your diet while teaching cooking techniques. Eating well does not have to taste bad!! On the menu: Roasted Butternut Squash, Lentil, and Goat Cheese [...]
Thai Cooking 101 The cuisine of Thailand is heavily influenced by geography, religion and history. Both Chinese and Indian ingredients and cooking methods have made their way into Thai dishes. The heavily Buddhist population of Thailand also shaped the cuisine with an emphasis on vegetables and smaller portions of meat. A typical Thai meal features [...]
Spices 101 Dried spices are aromatic seasonings that come from the seeds, roots, bark, or fruit of specific plants. They’re an important feature of defining the distinct flavors of many ethnic dishes from around the world, as well as a great way to easily enhance the flavors of many recipes. Below are a few ideas [...]
Have you ever heard the saying, “You are what you eat?” It is not about WHAT you eat, but what you are NOT eating!! If people could understand WHY fats, proteins, and carbohydrates are important for vital health, WHERE to get more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains into the diet; WHILE, eating everything in moderation and HOW to incorporate these foods by preparation – people could live a long, balanced, happy, and healthy life!
