by Anna-Lisa Finger | Mar 3, 2012 | Blog, Breakfast Foods, Gluten Free, Recipes
Amaranth seeds may be tiny but they are nutrition powerhouses. These tiny little seeds are a great source of protein ( 9g per 1 cooked cup) as well as contain iron, magnesium, zinc and fiber. Unlike other grains, they also provide the essential amino acid, lysine. ...
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by Anna-Lisa Finger | Feb 29, 2012 | Blog, Nutrition
It’s so easy to go overboard on flour tortillas, pasta, chips and rice. But if you choose the right carbohydrates and what you eat with them, it can help reduce your cravings, help you feel full longer, and can even help you lose weight. Three Steps to keep your carb...
by Anna-Lisa Finger | Feb 12, 2012 | Blog, Healthy Eating, Nutrition, Weight Loss
What’s Valentine’s Day without chocolate?! Thank goodness it’s also good for you. This delicious treat is packed with flavonoids, which have been shown to reduce your risk for heart disease. But be aware, this does not apply to any ole’...
by Anna-Lisa Finger | Feb 4, 2012 | Blog, Healthy Eating
After thanksgiving, the Superbowl is the second highest food consumption day of the year. Sports fans and foodies alike look forward to this day of food and fun. Why not give your heart and waistline a time out and swap out some of the calorie-laden snacks with some...
by Anna-Lisa Finger | Jan 22, 2012 | Entrees, Recipes, Vegan Recipes
I was going through my old recipes when I discovered this delicious treat. Socca is popular in the south of France, where it’s eaten hot off the griddle with a cool glass of wine. Besides the fact this recipe only requires 3 ingredients (not counting the salt...
