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
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
For anyone who loves Buffalo sauce, this Buffalo Turkey Chili recipe is for you! It is a healthier take on beef chili – using lean ground turkey or ground chicken breast for the protein component – but still hearty and full of flavor! INGREDIENTS 2 pounds ground turkey breast (or ground chicken breast) 1 tablespoon … Read More
Lentils are one of the oldest healthiest foods. They are packed with fiber, potassium, folate, and iron. Lentils are a great low-cost, high-protein option and can be eaten cold or warm, such as in this Simple Lentil Soup recipe. INGREDIENTS 1 cup red lentils, rinsed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small yellow onion, minced 2 … Read More
In this Portobello Turkey Burgers recipe, we replace traditional burger buns with grilled portobello mushroom caps. Makes 4 Servings INGREDIENTS 1 pound ground turkey breast 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided 1 tablespoon parsley, minced Salt and pepper to taste 8 Portobello mushrooms, washed and stems removed … Read More
Homemade salad dressing is fresh and tasty without the risk of any preservatives or artificial ingredients that may be in store bought dressing. This ECW Vinaigrette Dressing recipe can be whipped it up in a few minutes and may be refrigerated for up to two weeks of use. INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil … Read More
This healthy Kale Walnut Pesto Pasta Salad recipe makes a delicious lunch, dinner, or shared dish at a gathering. Please note, it is best served after two hours of refrigeration and/or it can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator overnight. Makes 4 Servings INGREDIENTS For main dish: 1 8 oz. box lentil … Read More
