After last month’s newsletter with the Creamy Potato Soup recipe I got an email from one of our readers: “I have a question on that soup. I’ve always heard potatoes have a lot of starch and carbs, and since I’m trying to eat really healthy these days, I’d like to hear your thoughts. I’m guessing you … Read more
The point of Meal Making Transformation is to comfortably make the health-giving meals of your dreams–without getting sidetracked by confusion about what’s healthy and what’s not. Watching Your AGEs as You Age I just read an article(1) about compounds in the body called Advanced Glycation End products (AGEs.) (1) These compounds have the unfortunate effect of … Read more
The 4 dangers of “Salad Thinking” People often tell me they eat salads all the time and wonder if that isn’t a sure sign they’re eating healthy. Certainly, eating salads is a good thing–and it sure beats having a side of Cheetos for dinner! But is it enough to automatically qualify you for “healthy eating … Read more
Simple Potatoes, Kale and Onions Make a Beautiful, Super Nutritious and Tasty Dish. Talk about comfort food! Check out this modified version that reduces calories and boosts nutrients–while still being filling and yummy.
Want your recipes to taste better? Learn to “read between the lines” of the recipe to discover the tricks and information that will make it sing and sparkle for you. Here is a good example to get you started.
How can limiting our choices actually make it easier to eat healthfully?
Want to make organic vegetables more affordable? Use every part of the vegetable and double your vegetable dollars, as in this recipe that uses beet greens.
For a recent magazine article, Martha Stewart was asked how often she orders take out. Her response was something like a couple times over the last 15 years.
Fact is, there are people “out there” who make healthy, good-tasting meals night after night like it’s no big deal. What do they know that most people don’t?
Super Foods can sound like a great idea–but when it’s 5:30 and you’re starved, fast, convenient, cheap processed foods beat them to the table. Ready for a winning strategy for Super Foods? Start with your imagination.
Transform throw away crusts into kitchen gold. How to make your own breadcrumbs for a healthier, lower cost alternative to store-bought crumbs–and save the environment while you’re at it!