Bitter and pungent-tasting foods are largely absent from the Standard American Diet (SAD diet)—a way of eating characterized by high intake of factory farm red meats, processed meats (think bacon, sausage, hot dogs, deli meats), refined grains and sugar. The predominant flavors of a SAD diet typically ping pong between overly salty and hyper sweet. […]
Makeshift “Ratatouille”
How often have you bought produce from the farmers’ market only to get busy at work, and later discover that once beautiful produce has “died”, untouched, in your crisper?! Same with leftovers…how often have you stored leftovers in the fridge, with the intention of eating them, then promptly forgotten about them—until their pungent stink smacks […]
Tomato Scrambled Egg
High quality healthy fats, like pasture-raised eggs and grass-fed butter (or grass-fed ghee, coconut oil, olive oil), are the star of this simple dish. If you can tolerate healthy fats, like pasture-raised eggs and grass-fed butter, these budget-friendly foods can help stabilize your blood sugar by keep you feeling full and satisfied for several hours. […]
Ginger Lamb Ragu
Ragus are a part of classic Italian cooking. A traditional ragu is a meat-based sauce that typically consists of ground meat (beef, lamb, veal, pork or poultry), a sofrito of minced onions, carrots and celery (sometimes, pancetta); vegetables; tomato puree; wine, broth and, sometimes, milk or heavy cream. My anti-inflammatory version of ragu omits wine […]
Scallion-Shallot Turkey Burgers
Allium vegetables are in the the garlic and onion family and include: –Red onion –Leeks –Ramps –Scallions –Chives –Garlic Chives, a.k.a. Chinese Chives –Shallots Allium vegetables contain organosulfur compounds, which contribute to their distinctly pungent aroma. These sulfur compounds are also associated with anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting benefits. Allium vegetables, like onions, red onion, scallions and […]
The Importance of Breathing
It’s been a rollercoaster week of coronavirus panic, hoarding, closings, strict social distancing and economic turmoil. It’s left many of us, including me, reeling. So often when we feel stressed, panicked or anxious, we forget to breathe. Yet, one of the best ways to calm the body is to breathe. Slowly. Deeply (from the diaphragm, […]
Sauteed Dandelion Greens
On a cool, sunny morning…I had my first delicious taste of spring at breakfast: sauteed dandelion greens, along with a mixed green salad, roasted lamb shoulder and sweet potato. Dandelion greens are an excellent source of A, C and K, as well as minerals, like iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium. Dandelion greens are anti-inflammatory, contain […]
Spiced Apple-Turkey Ragu
This is one of my favorite breakfasts. Use organic or all-natural (antibiotic-free, hormone-free) ground turkey, whenever possible. The combination of spices, apple and ground turkey make this a delicious sweet-savory meal that stabilizes blood sugar and helps you feel full longer. If you eat this, as I do, for breakfast, you start off your day […]
Coronavirus: 10 Ways to Protect Yourself
10 Ways to Protect Yourself—and Prevent Spreading of Respiratory Viruses When it comes to viruses, including the current coronavirus (COVID-19), the best defense is a good offense. Click here to understand the basics about COVID-19—what it is, who is at risk, how it spreads and current status. Below are 10 tips for reducing your risk […]
Coronavirus Is Here: What Next?
Let’s talk coronavirus (COVID-19)…click here to learn what you can do to protect yourself—both on the outside (e.g., immune-protective practices) and inside (e.g., immune-boosting foods and lifestyle habits). Coronavirus arrives in the U.S. The first confirmed case of COVID-19 in the U.S. was reported by a 35-year-old man in Washington state on January 20, 2020.1 […]