Bitter melon is a wild cucumber grown in Bangladesh, India, China and Korea that is a part of many diets in those regions. It has been used to treat conditions including asthma and high blood pressure but is best known for its impact on glucose control and treatment of
This time of year, squash is abundantly available. Here is a recipe that brings Italian flavors together in a dish that is mouth-watering, nutritious, and stunning. It is gluten free, dairy free, and egg free which makes it versatile for many diets. Ingredients 1 medium butternut squash 1 cup
September is a month that focuses on cholesterol awareness. We wanted to share an herb that tastes good, is very effective, and can be taken every day. Hawthorn is an excellent herb to support your heart health on every level and is used to treat conditions of the heart
Yoga September is National Yoga Awareness month. There are many benefits to yoga that help you align your mind, body and spirit. Some of physical benefits include increased flexibility, muscle tone and strength, energy and vitality, enhanced metabolism, weight reduction, cardiovascular health, and protection from injury. The mental benefits
One of the fastest ways to manage stress is to build self-compassion. Self-compassion might seem silly or self-serving, but it happens to be a fast way to get in right relationship with your mind. Dr. Kristen Neff, whose research coined the phrase, notes that self-compassion is comprised of 3
Prep Time: 15 Minutes Total Time: 25 Minutes Ingredients 1 lb. cod fillets approximately ¾ - 1 inch thick 2-3 Tbsp. olive oilor the cooking oil of your choice Blackened Seasoning 1 tsp. paprika ¼ tsp. garlic powder ½ tsp. black pepper 1/8 – ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper depending on your spice preference ¼ tsp. oregano dried ¾ tsp. salt Slaw Dressing ¼ cup cilantro finely chopped ¼ cup green onions chopped ¼ cup
Beginner HIT (High Intensity Training) Workout 3 rounds, 20 seconds of work, 10 seconds of rest Jab, cross, front (right side): Stand with the right foot in front of the left, hips facing to your left side. Bring your arms up into a boxing position. Jab (punch) forward with the right
Maybe you don’t have a lot of time right now to sit and breathe. But did you know that by capitalizing on transitions, you can build in little bits of resilience all day long? Capitalizing on transitions means using the time we spend doing certain consistent activities (think waking
As everyone hustles to get ready for back to school, we wanted to share an herb that is very safe, tastes great, is very effective, and can be taken every day. Even your kids will love the taste of it. Elderberry, Sambucus Nigra, is an excellent herb to prevent
I love all the gatherings and parties the holiday season brings. However, most of the traditional holiday fare leaves much to be desired in the way of nutritive benefit. Aside from the old raw vegetable tray stand-by, I'm often left disappointed. EUREKA! I found a recipe that checks all
