Tag: Cruciferous Vegetables

Smoothies are a great way to squeeze in extra nutrients. They’re easy to transport for days when you need a quick breakfast on the...

Cruciferous veggies contain several carotenoids that can prevent some forms of cancer. They also contain glucosinolates, that break down during digestion into biologically active compounds. These enhance elimination of carcinogens before they can damage DNA, or by altering cell-signaling pathways that prevent normal cells from being converted into cancer cells.

Despite their colour, certain white foods like garlic, cauliflower, onion, coconut products, turnips and parsnips are healthy because of their high phytonutrient content. Cook them appropriately to maximize their health benefits, including antioxidant, anti-microbial, anti-viral and detoxification properties. Try out different, easy white-food recipes for a natural detox!

A big bowl of hearty, delicious creamy Squash, Red Potatoes and Collard Green soup is a great warming food to beat the cold outside. Most versions of Butternut Squash soup are on the sweeter side but this one has savory notes and warm bodied spices. The regular chicken broth is replaced with a low sodium variety and heavy cream with half-and-half.

Plants proteins offer more vitamins and minerals than animal proteins and have lots of fiber, that controls blood sugar and keeps digestive tract healthy. They contain less fat and little to no cholesterol. Beans of all varieties, lentils and nuts are great sources of these proteins. Add protein rich mushrooms topping in pizza and include broccoli in everyday dishes.

Nuts are filled with healthy fats and suppress hunger. No-mayo tuna with whole grain crackers provides a rich dose of protein and fiber. Hummus with veggies is rich in fiber and good source of protein. Other options include yogurt parfait with berries and hemp seeds, hard boiled eggs, apple with cheese, lettuce wraps and strawberries dipped in Greek yogurt.

Include delicious spices, herbs, and whole foods like barley, buckwheat, beans, peas, lentils, brussels sprouts, cayenne, cinnamon, cloves, cumin, kale, cauliflower, asparagus, potatoes and pumpkin seeds in your holiday meal. This will can help stabilize blood sugar and improve overall health of everyone at the Christmas dinner table, especially if they have diabetes.

Creamy Cauliflower Soup: Sauté 2 tsp chopped garlic, 2 cups chopped leeks and ¼ tsp of salt for 3 mins on a saucepan with 2 tbs olive oil. Add chopped cauliflower and sauté for a min. Add 7 cups of vegetable broth and bring to boil then simmer for 30 min. Switch off the heat and let it cool. Add ¼ cup raw unsalted cashews, blend until smooth and enjoy.

The liver is a key organ for detoxifying our bodies. If our livers aren't healthy or functioning properly, the toxins that should be eliminated...

Juices and smoothies are different in the way they are made and their nutritional benefits. While juices ensure easy assimilation, smoothies ensure healthy digestion. A balanced mix of fruits, vegetables, natural sweeteners, dairy and ice, form a healthy and wholesome smoothie, which could be a meal in itself. Ensure using right ingredients and combinations to harness the complete benefits.

Delicious detox salad with Dijon maple dressing: This detox salad recipe naturally flushes out the toxins in your body. Beet and Pomegranate Salad: This inventive salad recipe made use of beets, which is a sweet taste of the cooler seasons, added with pomegranate a more complex acid than any other vinegar or citrus juice. Broccoli salad with Avocado and Chili Dressing: This recipe is loaded with two amazing superfoods that is going to rock your world. Two-tone Potato Salad with Walnut-Tarragon Vinaigrette: A flavorful salad that is naturally packed with important nutrients that the body needs.

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Lentils are often added in many dishes because they are relatively quick and easy to prepare. Also, lentils are high in nutritional value and...

  When talking about preventing the signs of aging, superfoods come on top of the list. Thousands of research studies proved that superfoods have the...

Superfoods to combat prostate cancer are: Green tea - combats prostate cancer due to its polyphenol content, Turmeric - combats damaging free radicals and boosts immune system, Broccoli and Tomato, Brazil nuts - highest source of selenium that scavenges free radicals, Pomegranates - contains phytonutrient called ellagitannin that promotes prostate health.