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Stevia: The Miracle Sweetener
I'm sure you've heard me mention stevia in past entries. Now it's time to really talk about it.
Stevia (also known as SweetLeaf) is an extract from the stevia plant found in South and Central America.
This Year's Thanksgiving Dinner
I hope everyone had a nice holiday. I had the honor of cooking dinner for a small group of four people. The meal was vegetarian (actually vegan, except for one dessert), mostly organic, with no added sugar and nothing refined.
Oatty Nutty Pancakes with Blueberry Syrup and Cashew Cream
Hi everyone!
Sorry it's been so long without any posts. My book is a bit delayed in the publishing process but I'm hoping it will still be available by this December.
A Buyer’s Guide to Sugar Substitutes: The good, the bad and the unacceptable
A Buyer’s Guide to Sugar Substitutes The good, the bad and the unacceptable. By Sylvia Geiger, M.S., R.D., EatingWell.com http://health.msn.com/health-topics/diabetes/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100184842>1=31010 According to a recent survey, seven out of 10 adults say they want to reduce or avoid added sugars. To do so, they’re turning to sweeteners that deliver zero or minimal calories.Simple (and healthy) Bread Recipe
I am not a very accomplished cook, and I certainly don't consider myself a seasoned baker. However, I found an incredibly simple bread recipe for a bread that met all my nutritional standards. It's made primarily from spelt flour which is far more nutritious than wheat (and not refined), and contains no yeast.
A Non-Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner
I was given the honor of cooking Thanksgiving dinner for my family this year. It was only three of us so it wasn't a huge challenge, but still a fun project!
This meal is pretty similar to my Halloween Dinner, but the food was such a success I had to make it again.
Curried Chicken
This comes from The Rosedale Diet cookbook and is spectacular! You can serve it over steamed spinach or rice. 1 onion 3 Tbs ghee (clarified butter) (I used Smart Balance Buttery Spread) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 Tbs curry powder 3 garlic cloves 1 can low-fat coconut milk 2 bunches spinach, well washed Stevia (Splenda) to taste--I didn't use this, so I'm not sure what it would taste like!November Planting Guide
Of course, this is a general guide for most of the country. What to Plant in November For much of the country November is cold and not generally thought of as part of the growing season. Don't be fooled by the weather, however.The Truth About Vitamin Water
This may be a touchy subject because I know how many avid Vitamin Water drinkers are out there, especially in our increasingly health-conscious (but misinformed) society. However, it's time to face the facts!
Vitamin Water gives the illusion of a healthy, hydrating, and rejuvenating miracle elixir.
Oatmeal Tips
Oatmeal can be a healthy, delicious, filling breakfast. However, if you buy pre-flavored varieties, you are inevitably adding sugar, salt, and more calories. It is much smarter to buy plain oatmeal and add the variations yourself.
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