by Anna-Lisa Finger | Jan 21, 2021 | Blog, Recipes, Soups & Salads, Vegan Recipes, Vegetarian, Vegetarian Recipes
You have probably heard by now that processed meats like ham, salami, bologna, bacon and sausages cause cancer and should be avoided. Just one hot dog or two slices of ham eaten daily, have been found to increase colorectal cancer by 16 percent, yikes! But what else...
by Anna-Lisa Finger | Apr 19, 2020 | Blog, Vegetarian
So, you’ve decided to eat a more plant-based diet and want to replace your cows milk with a plant-based alternative, but which one do you choose? The good news is, there are a LOT of options, the bad news is, they are not all created equal and it may take some...
by Anna-Lisa Finger | Apr 20, 2012 | Blog, Healthy Eating, Nutrition
A healthy snack can be a great way to stave off hunger during an afternoon slump or provide needed energy before a workout. Make sure you always include protein in your snack, it will help you feel full for longer without ruining your waistline. Here are my top eight...
by Anna-Lisa Finger | Mar 28, 2012 | Blog, Nutrition
Gluten free products seem to be everywhere nowadays. This is great for people who are sensitive to gluten and those that have celiac disease, but it’s not a weight loss panacea. Many of the products are actually higher in calories than the wheat equivalent and...
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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’...
