Ripe papayas can be eaten raw, and unripe papayas can be grilled, sauteed or even baked. Papaya has many black seeds inside the fruit which are edible but bitter. The following recipe will definitely have you dreaming of a tropical location. Papaya and Feta Salad is a light and flavorful...
Health Benefits of Bok Choy
Bok choy belongs to the same family as other Chinese cabbages, kale, broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, collard greens, rutabaga, and turnips… the cruciferous family of vegetables. Bok Choy has many great health benefits such as, having anti-cancer properties, contribute to building and maintaining bone structure and strength, help decrease blood...
40 Ways to Use Up That Big Bunch of Parsley
Parsley is extremely versatile and can be added to almost any dish. Parsley can enhance the flavors of soups, sauces, dressings, salsas, and stews. There are so many parsley recipes out there, so I decided to share the link below… 40 ways to use up all that parsley. If you...
Health Benefits of Lavender
Lavender is not just a pretty flower, it is a very useful herb in many different ways. “Lavender is a multipurpose plant. People use lavender in many ways to promote good health and well-being.” Check out all the health benefits below…lavender has a very pleasant aroma and is a great...
Back-to-School Healthy and Safety Tips
Back to School has arrived, but before you send your kids on their way, make sure you check out the following link on some back to school healthy and safety tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). The first day for everyone, (parents included), can always bring on some...
Vanilla Shakeo Overnight Oats with Blackberries
Busy mornings tend to make us crazed and skipping the most important meal of the day. Meal planning can help as well as recipes like this one. Vanilla Shakeo Overnight Oats w/ Blackberries is the perfect go-to recipe when time is not an option in the morning. Prep the night...
Health Benefits of Blueberries
Berry season is upon us and some of the best Shakeology drinks are made with berries. The superfood blueberry is my next June produce item. Blueberries are grown on a flowering shrub closely related to cranberries and huckleberries. They start out as a green color but as they ripen turn...
Health Benefits of Bell Peppers
The first produce item I would like to explore are bell peppers. Also called, sweet peppers or capsicums, bell peppers come in various colors such as red, yellow, orange, and green which is unripe and can have more of a bitter taste. Bell peppers are high in vitamins, minerals, and...
Health Benefits of Arugula
I talked a little about the many different types of lettuce, but today I’m focusing on one of my favorites arugula. Arugula, also known as rucola, salad rocket, and Italian cress, originated in the Mediterranean area and is a member of the Cruciferous family. Arugula is high in fiber and...
High-Fat Foods That Are Good For You
Did you know that “not all fat is created equal”? Yes, I’m talking about fat in foods. Usually when people hear the word “fat” they are thinking it is bad for you, but there are foods that are high in healthy fats. The following link spotlights 10 healthy high fat...