Developing healthy eating habits isn't as confusing or as restrictive as many people imagine. The essential steps are to eat mostly foods derived from plants—vegetables, fruits, whole grains and legumes (beans, peas, lentils)—and limit highly processed foods. For most of my life, I ate the standard American diet and meals that were heavy in meat and processed foods. I went to... Continue Reading →
The Food Your Eating Could Be Making Your Pain Worse.
Before you take one more bite or swing into that fast food place stop and consider how it affects your health. I have osteoarthritis (OA) and Osteonecrosis and what I eat definitely effects my levels of pain and inflammation. So I started to help myself by eating mostly plant based but I am a flexitarian.... Continue Reading →
The Path To Wellness Isn’t Easy
How many tines do you feel like for all your good intentions and healthy changes to behavior , you’d like to feel a bit more happy or healthy or have more well in your #Wellness goal? Well, you're not alone. Why is it that despite all the meditation , eating healthy, exercising as best as... Continue Reading →
Vegan Potato and Corn Chowder
Vegan Potato Corn Chowder The best way to conquer cold bones on a chilly day is a corn chowder recipe that is easy to make and warms your bones. Put on your comfy pants and thick socks and make a big pot of this chowder. INGREDIENTS •1 small onion, cut into ¼-inch dice (about 1... Continue Reading →
Sweet Potato Corn Chowder
I love this anytime of the year but especially when it's cold wet and rainy out. It's so comforting and warming. It's the kind of chowder that warms the bones. I also have a vegan version I will also post. Sweet Potato Corn Chowder Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into... Continue Reading →
Moms Stove Top Pot Roast
My mother made the best Pot Roast. I can smell and taste it now. On the rare occasion I eat beef I make this. Especially now that it’s cold out. Stove Top Pot Roast Ingredients •1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 to 4 pounds) •2 to 3 garlic cloves, sliced •2 tablespoons olive oil •1... Continue Reading →
Vegetable Sushi
This recipe is very versatile as you can use any ingredients you like. Sushi is very good for you and is absolutely delicious as well as being easy and enjoyable to make! Ingredients For the rice: 2 cups short-grain Japanese rice, rinsed 1/4 cup rice vinegar 1 tablespoons sugar For the rolls: 10 nori sheets... Continue Reading →
Pasta and Chimichurri Sauce
I love to cook. But sometimes when your not feeling up to par I like something healthy and fast without ordering take out. This dish is on the table in no time. Enjoy Pasta and Chimichurri •16oz angel hair pasta Sauce •1 1/2 cup parsley •2 fresh basil leaves •4 cloves garlic •Juice of half... Continue Reading →
Medicinal Mushrooms
Medicinal Effects of Maitake Mushrooms. I would love to have one do over in life. I would go to college and become a food scientist. I find it fascinating that food can heal you ... Scientific research has proven many health benefits of mushrooms. More than 50,000 scientific studies have verified the millennial experiences of traditional... Continue Reading →
Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Soup & Vegan Mushroom Soup
My grandmother Thelma made fabulous everything. But she never or rarely used recipes. So by trial and error I have this soup pretty spot on. It’s warming and cozy. I hope you enjoy. INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon olive oil and a teaspoon of butter 8 ounces boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks or 2... Continue Reading →
Veggie Bean & Lentil Chili
You won’t miss the meat. And this will warm you for sure. Veggie Chili Cook over medium-high Eggplant 3 to 5 minutes , now add all other veggies cook 3 minuets . Add all spices stir for 30 seconds Now add tomatoes, stock and lentils. Summer 45-50 min on low. 2 Eggplant 1 Red Peppers... Continue Reading →
Steamed Veggies With Chili- Lime Butter
I love food ! And my relationship with food has changed. I eat mostly for health and pain relief but I will allow myself to indulge just a little. Since my husband and I have gone to mostly plant based real food our bodies are rejoicing (80 -85 percent of the time we are plant... Continue Reading →
Vegetable Lasagna
I love cooking. The house smells amazing. Reminds me when I was a kid and your mom and grandmother cooked sauce all day. This doesn't take all day but looks and smells the entire house like it did. Ingredients •20 lasagna noodles •3 tablespoons olive oil •2 shallots, roughly chopped •3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped ... Continue Reading →
Eggplant Pomodoro Pasta.
If you are an eggplant lover, this dish is for you! If you are on the fence about eggplant this will make you a lover for sure. Eggplant and tomato sauce flavored with capers and green olives and mixed with quinoa spaghetti, fresh parsley, and Parmesan cheese. This Eggplant Pomodoro Pasta is a 30-minute vegetarian... Continue Reading →