by Torrie Oglesby | Jul 14, 2015 | Lifestyle+Culture
- The Oh She Glows Cookbook by Angela Liddon
Oh She Glows is a colorful vegetarian cookbook. Now, before you stop reading, let’s admit that even if you are not a vegetarian, we all could use a little more veggie servings a day. One reason why I like Angela’s cookbook is because she shows us new and innovative ways to weave vegetables and fruits into our meals. My favorites from her cookbook are the out-the-door chia power doughnuts and roasted beet salad with hazelnuts, thyme &balsamic reduction. You can purchase this cookbook for about $25.00.
- Joyous Health by Joy McCarthy
Joyous Health is amazing because not only is it a cookbook but it’s also a, as the title suggest, health book! Throughout the book, there’s healthy, wholesome recipes, Joyous Health Tips, and she even talks about mental health and having positive thoughts. She teaches us healthy ways to combat stress and to fight trigger eating. My absolute favorite part about the book is when she teaches us the importance of detoxing and gives us drink detox recipes. This one will run you for around $20.00
- The Real Girls Kitchen by Haylie Duff
Now this cookbook is for my real girls out there who love to eat real, delicious, and meaty foods. Haylie is excellent at having the perfect balance between healthy and yummy mixed with new recipes and old recipes that are just too good to chuck! My favorite from her recipes is the Haricot Vert Salad. I took it to a potluck once and everyone loved it! Also, her sweet and spicy butternut squash is remarkable. The real Girls Kitchen will cost you around $19.00.
by Nadya Logan | Jul 6, 2015 | Lifestyle+Culture
July is National Blueberry Month in the United States. One cup of fresh blueberries contains 84 calories, 0.49 grams of fat, 0 grams of cholesterol, 21 grams of carbohydrates 3.6 grams of dietary fiber, 1.1 grams of protein, and meets 14% of daily requirements. In honor of the eccentric holiday and healthy fruit I am going to give ten reasons to incorporate the blue fruit more in your life—or at least when it’s in season.
- Blueberries are full of nutrients.
Iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, manganese, zinc, copper, folate, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and more nutirents important for your diet.
- Blueberries can help maintain brain function and improve memory.
In 2012, the ANA (American Neurological Association) published a study that was conducted for six years that shows blueberries can delay cognitive aging for up to 2.5 years.
- Bye, Bye, UTIs!
The compounds contained in blueberries prevent bacteria from attaching to bladder walls, including urinary-tract infections.
- Milk isn’t the only substance that can build strong bones.
Blueberries contain iron, phosphorous, calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc, and vitamin K—all of which contribute to the growth and maintenance of the bone’s structure and strength.
- Blueberries can put a stop to cancer.
The powerful antioxidants in blueberries help protect cells against cancer-causing free radicals. Blueberries also help to prevent the growth of tumor cells.
- Blueberries promote a healthy digestive system.
Blueberries contain fiber, which is how blueberries help to prevent constipation and assist with digestive regularity.
- Blueberries make you feel full longer.
One of the reasons that dietary fiber is recognized as an important factor in weight loss and weight management is because fiber increases satiety, reducing your appetite. The fiber that you digest consuming blueberries does all of that while lowering your overall calorie intake.
- Blueberries can be heart healthy too!
Fiber, potassium, folate, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and other phytonutrient content supports heart health, and can be found in blueberries. The fiber found in blueberries can also help to lower the total amount of cholesterol in the blood and decrease the risk of heart disease.
- Blueberries can turn the negatives to positives.
Studies have proven that blueberries have “anti-diabetic” effects because it helps to improve insulin sensitivity and lower blood sugar levels.
- Don’t look like a blueberry!
The vitamin C found in blueberries works as a nutrient in our bodies to help prevent damage to our skin caused by the sun, pollution, and smoke. The vitamin C also promotes collagen’s ability to smooth wrinkles and improve the overall texture of your skin!
xoxo,
Nadya
by Jasmine Shirley | Jul 2, 2015 | Lifestyle+Culture
Ingredients:
8 ounces fettuccine or your favorite pasta
1 tablespoon butter (or olive oil)
1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 cloves garlic, chopped
¼ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
1 cup heavy/whipping cream (can substitute with half/half or 8 oz. low fat cream cheese)
1 cup parmigiana reggiano (parmesan), grated
½ tablespoon Cajun seasoning or to taste
¼ cup green onion, sliced (optional)
Directions:
Start cooking the pasta.
Melt the butter in a pan over medium-high heat, toss the shrimp in the Cajun seasoning, add to pan and coo, about 2-3 minutes per side, and set aside.
Add the garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Deglaze the pan with the wine, add heavy cream, parmesan and Cajun seasoning and cook until it thickens a bit, about 3-5 minutes
Toss the pasta in with the Alfredo sauce along with the shrimp and serve garnished with green onions.
Jasmine
by Jasmine Shirley | Jul 2, 2015 | Lifestyle+Culture
Ingredients:
1 lb ground chicken
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp parsley
2 tsp coriander
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp salt
½ tsp cinnamon
½ tsp pepper
¼ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp ginger
¼ cayenne
Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes. Mix all ingredients together. Using your hands, form onto skewers. Broil 6-10 minutes or until chicken is completely cooked.
Credit: @closetcooking
by Nadya Logan | Jul 2, 2015 | Lifestyle+Culture
Despite popular belief, protein is not just meat. When you see the word “protein’ the first thing most people think about is meat, eggs, or nuts. While it is true that meat, eggs, and nuts are a part of the protein list, where else can you get your protein from? While the list is extensive, for the sake of this article, I will advertise a few.
Green Peas:
These treats are low in fat but high in everything else. It has lots of protein, fiber, and micronutrients.
Kale:
Kale is a vegetable that has become very popular as of late, yet it has always had beautiful benefits: it is high in iron and vitamin K.
Beans:
An ounce of broiled steak or one-half cup of beans? Hmm…decisions. Not only is a better, smaller option, but it is full of fiber.
Peanut Butter:
You can eat good fat that is loaded with nutrients, and it can help you lose weight. It’s a dieter’s best friend.
White-Meat Poultry:
White-meat is an excellent choice for getting lean protein because once you remove the skin, which is nothing but a lot of saturated fat, it is better than other meat choices, such as dark-meat.
Seafood:
Besides the fact that almost everyone loves a bit of fish from time to time, seafood is generally heart-healthy and low in fat.
Milk, Cheese, and Yogurt:
Dairy products, such as milk, cheese, and yogurt, are not just good sources of protein, but it also contains sources of calcium and vitamin D.
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