Feeling down? Don’t grab a cookie or bag of chips. Instead, eat these specific foods to boost your mood. Here’s why. Certain foods can boost your mental health, while others can bring you down. Psychiatrist Laura LaChance and Dr. Drew Ramsey compiled a list named the Antidepressant Food Scale (AFS) that ranks food based on … Read More
Turkey Roll Ups are a quick, healthy, and satisfying snack. Plan ahead by making several servings of this Turkey Roll Ups recipe at one time and storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days of snacking. Makes 1 Serving INGREDIENTS 2 slices of turkey 1 tablespoon hummus (of your choice) … Read More
Make this Blueberry Morning Oats recipe the night before so you have an instant power breakfast in the morning! (You can also make this recipe in the morning with cooked oats.) Oats are a gluten-free grain that can help lower blood sugar levels, reduce the risk of heart disease, and keep you feeling full until … Read More
Raspberries are low in sugar, rich in anti-aging antioxidants, high in fiber, and anti-inflammatory compounds. Blend up this super Raspberry Yogurt Smoothie recipe for a healthy breakfast or snack. Makes 1 Serving INGREDIENTS 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt 2/3 cup unsweetened nondairy milk (i.e., almond, coconut, oat, hempseed) 2/3 cup frozen raspberries 1 … Read More
Miso is a fermented paste that has been used in Japanese cooking for centuries to add flavor to many dishes. Enjoy this Miso Soup recipe any time – before a meal or as a midday snack. It is rich in nutrients and probiotics, which can boost gut health while also providing nourishment and support to the … Read More
Enjoy a turkey apple wrap for lunch or slice into pinwheels for an afternoon snack or a shared dish at a gathering. INGREDIENTS 1/2 lb. deli sliced turkey breast (or use leftover roast turkey) 1 tablespoon red onion, minced 1/4 cup chopped celery 1/4 cup chopped green apple 1 tablespoon dried cranberries, minced 1/4 teaspoon … Read More
Kale bakes into light, crispy chips and rarely burns. I added in pumpkin seeds to this healthy snack for extra nutrients and flavor. These chips works well as a salad topper too! Tell me how you liked this Roasted Kale and Pumpkin Seed Chips recipe in the comments below. INGREDIENTS 1 bunch kale, chopped with … Read More
This Black Bean and Quinoa Burgers recipe makes six hearty-flavored high-protein meatless burgers. Enjoy a few today and stash the remainder of the burgers in your freezer for another meal. Makes 6 Servings INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 onion, medium dice 1/2 cup quinoa 1 cup water 1 cup black beans, drained and … Read More
These vegetable “fries” are crunchy, tasty, and a healthier alternative to regular potato fries. The mixture of carrots and green beans in this recipe are a good source of beta-carotene and vitamin A (from the carrots) and Vitamin C (from the green beans) plus dietary fiber and potassium, which both of them contain. Makes 6 … Read More
Asparagus boasts a long list of health benefits ranging from helping with weight loss to promoting reproductive health to possibly even being a mood booster. How can one vegetable be linked to so many good benefits? Because asparagus is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, E, K, and B6, folate, potassium, copper, iron, calcium, … Read More
