I am not unlike most people: I love pizza. But because I stay away from refined grains (white bread, white flour), and processed dairy (most commercial cheeses), pizza is not a regular meal for me. I’ve been trying to perfect a healthy pizza crust recipe for some time, and find other ways to improve pizza’s [...]
Archive for February, 2009
Whole Grain, Yeast-Free Pizza with Goat Cheese, Pesto, and Vegetables
Posted in Recipes, tagged goat cheese, pizza, Recipes, vegetables, whole grain on February 28, 2009 | 12 Comments »
Blueberry Vanilla Smoothie
Posted in Recipes, tagged almond milk, almonds, berries, cashews, nuts, Recipes, soy milk, stevia on February 26, 2009 | 9 Comments »
Smoothies have earned a reputation as a “healthy” breakfast or mini-meal, but they are typically high in sugar and low in protein, fiber, and fat. I never buy smoothies, but I make my own for breakfast every morning. When you control what goes into your smoothie, you can make it a delicious, healthy, and filling [...]
Oatty Nutty Pancakes with Blueberry Syrup
Posted in Recipes, tagged berries, cashews, oats, pancakes, Recipes on February 11, 2009 | 2 Comments »
I know it’s hard to believe, but these pancakes (and their toppings) are made without any added sugar and with all natural ingredients. Unlike most pancakes, these have protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates. This way, you stay full (for a LONG time!) and don’t experience the typical post-pancake sugar crash. I’m calling them “Oatty [...]
Vegetable Purée Soup
Posted in Recipes, tagged Recipes, soup, vegetables on February 11, 2009 | 1 Comment »
There’s really nothing more comforting in winter than a bowl of soup. I love vegetable purées and I was feeling inspired. I had never done this before, so I did everything intuitively and used whatever vegetables looked good when I was shopping. Ingredients (but certainly feel free to experiment) – vegetable broth (look for organic [...]
A Non-Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner
Posted in Recipes, tagged quinoa, Recipes, vegetables on February 11, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
I was given the honor of cooking Thanksgiving dinner for my family in 2007. It was only three of us so it wasn’t a huge challenge, but still a fun project! The most extraordinary part about this meal was that it was vegan, organic, sugar-free, all-natural, mostly alkaline, and with nothing refined, processed or artificial. [...]
Confessions of an Ex-Calorie Counter
Posted in Articles, tagged 100 calorie packs, calorie counting, calories, diet, health, weight loss on February 11, 2009 | 6 Comments »
If you’re reading this blog, you are most likely someone who cares about your health and nourishing your body through food. Chances are you’re also someone who watches your weight. The need for weight loss was what inspired me to become educated on healthy eating. When I needed to lose about 15 lbs, I immediately [...]
The Importance of Healthy Eating
Posted in Articles, tagged diet, food, health, health food, organic, vegetables on February 11, 2009 | 6 Comments »
Eating right is of the utmost importance to me. I believe that good nutrition is the solution to almost any ailment and is the source of true well-being. I think eating right and fueling your body properly is essential to being a happy, balanced, and vibrant person. It is truly a tragedy that nutrition in [...]
Quotes from “Death by Supermarket”
Posted in Books, tagged Books, health on February 11, 2009 | 1 Comment »
I’m currently reading a great book called Death by Supermarket: The Fattening, Dumbing Down, and Poisoning of America by Nancy Deville. It’s a great book with a lot of good points and no-nonsense knowledge. The book is all about an emphasis on “real food,” not the “factory food” that Americans consume regularly (even diet fare). [...]
All About Bread: Beyond Whole Wheat
Posted in Articles, tagged bread, false claims, food, health food, whole wheat on February 11, 2009 | 5 Comments »
I’m sure most of us couldn’t imagine a life without bread: sandwiches, toast, bread baskets, bread bowls, and so forth. It is an integral part of our food culture and seems to be a major player in every meal. However, with the rise of low carb diets, the concept of “good carbs” and “bad carbs,” [...]
The Truth About Vitamin Water
Posted in Articles, tagged beverages, false claims, sugar on February 11, 2009 | 15 Comments »
This may be a touchy subject because I know how many avid Vitamin Water drinkers are out there, especially in our increasingly health-conscious (but misinformed) society. However, it’s time to face the facts! Vitamin Water gives the illusion of a healthy, hydrating, and rejuvenating miracle elixir. The bottles are beautiful, colorful, and the text on [...]
