Foods that are high in water can contribute to overall hydration. Bonus: they are also ideal fat-loss foods because, in addition to being high in water, they also contain fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. High water vegetables, like radishes, are low in calories and sugar and high in fiber, so you can eat unlimited amounts. […]
Jerk Cornish Hens
Jerk Cornish Hens Serves 2-4 2 Cornish hens, each about 1 to 1-1/4 pounds each, rinse well and pat dry with paper towels For the jerk: 1 large bunch of scallions or 2 thin bunches of scallions 1 habanero, deseeded + 2 red chili peppers (seeds intact), ends trimmed discarded 2 shallots, peeled and halved […]
Grilled Five Spice Duck Breast
Duck is a rich source of protein and nutrients, including B vitamins, selenium, iron and zinc, that support thyroid health. This is a fun way to get out of the kitchen on a sweltering day, while grilling something delicious. For a more traditional way of cooking duck stove top, click here for this duck breast […]
Sunshine + Vitamin D: Are You Getting Enough?
It’s officially summer! If you have spent the last several months holed up indoors, seldom venturing outside, one of the best things you can do for your health RIGHT NOW is to spend time outdoors—every day—and soak up some sunshine. Sunlight is essential for human health…and for immune function. Optimal sun exposure is associated with […]
Ginger Pork Chops
It may be in my ancestral DNA, but I absolutely love the combination of pork and ginger! Pasture-raised pork is an excellent source of protein. Pork also contains an abundance of vitamins and minerals that support thyroid health, including B vitamins for energy, growth and metabolism, as well as selenium, zinc and iron, minerals that […]
Rhubarb Coconut Flour Cake
Rhubarb is a very tart-sour vegetable (think 100% unsweetened cranberries). Rhubarb stalks resemble celery but have a reddish hue. Unlike celery, however, rhubarb is best eaten COOKED (versus raw). High in fiber, rhubarb is known to have a laxative effect: it can help promote regular bowel movements or reduce strain during bowel movements. As an […]
Arugula, Red Radish and Pumpkin Seed Salad
Arugula, Radish and Pumpkin Seed Salad Serves 4 to 6 1 large bag organic wild arugula (baby or regular) and / or other mixed organic greens (e.g., mesclun) 3 to 4 red radishes, well washed, ends trimmed, sliced thinly 3 organic scallions, well washed, green part only, thinly sliced 1/2 cup toasted pumpkin seeds For […]
Grilled Cinnamon Poussin
A poussin is a young chicken, sometimes referred to as a “spring chicken”. At slaughter, poussins are less than a month old and weigh between 1 and 1-1/2 pounds. Whether roasted, poached or grilled, they are delectable because the meat is so tender. A word about cinnamon: Cinnamon is an anti-inflammatory spice loaded with antioxidants; […]
Braised Rabbit in Almond Sauce
In my past life as a food and lifestyles writer, I remember a trip to Catalonia, Spain (which hugs the Mediterranean coast in northeast Spain) with great fondness. I spent time at an olive oil estate, learning their production methods, and also took a side trip to Barcelona. Catalan home cooking demonstrates a real affinity […]
Roasted Parsnip Puree
Roasted parsnip puree is a delicious alternative to mashed potatoes—all the pleasure…without any blood sugar spike-and-crash downside. Parsnip is a root vegetable in the carrot family; in fact, a parsnip looks like a cream-colored carrot. Parsnips are best eaten cooked (NOT raw!) and have a very sweet, slightly nutty flavor. Nutrient-dense parsnips are a slow-digested, […]