Sugar Editorial Picks
Sep 21, 2009 -
Grains like rice and carbs like pasta are classic standbys, but they become exponentially healthier when they're unrefined. I am talking about whole grains. So swap out white rice for brown, use quinoa instead of pasta, and throw some bulgar wheat in that burger.
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Jul 15, 2009 -
The other day I went to cook up some millet, but I only had a quarter cup. So I did a little culinary experiment and cooked it with 3/4 cup quinoa. The result?
- 4 Comments
Jun 16, 2009 -
Quinoa tops my list for favorite whole grains because it's so high in protein and fiber — 1/4 cup dry quinoa contains six grams of each. I'm also a huge fan of polenta, so I was stunned with excitement when I came upon Quinoa Polenta. Two delicious foods coming together as one.
- 11 Comments
Apr 29, 2009 -
Known as the "mother grain," quinoa has become one of my favorite ways to eat carbs. But this whole grain is more than just carbs; one serving provides six grams of protein. If you're struggling with how to fit this whole grain into your diet, you have to try my favorite quinoa recipe — a curry salad featuring mango.
- 9 Comments
Apr 06, 2009 -
Quinoa is one of my favorite whole grains because it has a wonderfully fluffy texture, it's easy to cook, and it's high in fiber and protein. So when I saw this organic Quinoa Bar ($3), I had to give it a try. Theses bars are both gluten and lactose free, making them a bonus for people with food sensitivities.
- 11 Comments
Nov 18, 2008 -
Vegetarians pay particular attention to ensuring they're consuming enough protein because there's no meat centerpiece to take care of that important nutritional component. There are often choices like tempeh and seitan for building a veggie-friendly salad that goes beyond tofu, and quinoa is a go-to grain because it contains high levels of protein. When you're choosing a meatless meal out, don't skim over these selections because you're not sure how to pronounce them.
- 15 Comments
Apr 08, 2008 -
Who doesn't love a big bowl of pasta? Penne with tomato sauce, spaghetti and meatballs, spinach lasagna, spirals with pesto. There are so many healthy recipes you can make using pasta and now there are so many different kinds of pasta to choose from.
- 21 Comments
Nov 20, 2007 -
Why not mix things up this Thanksgiving? Instead of serving traditional stuffing made out of bread, why not use quinoa? It's a whole grain that is similar to rice but has a slightly firmer texture.
- 9 Comments
Aug 29, 2007 -
We all know that eating whole grains is so good for us. It gives us sustained energy, contains protein and has fiber to keep us regular. Some grains can be difficult to digest, but not Quinoa.
- 25 Comments
May 15, 2007 -
I've told you about Fair Trade, and how it's so important to support companies and businesses with the Fair Trade label. Rapunzel, Divine Chocolate, and Sweet Earth Organic Chocolates are great companies to buy from.
Just to remind you, Fair Trade means that the farmers were given a fair price for their products, so they can in turn pay their workers the proper salary.
- 4 Comments