4 Things You Must Do After Experiencing Flooding
There is no doubt that you are aware of the horrible devastation encountered in Texas by Hurricane Harvey. I am deeply saddened to see the significant losses experienced by so many families in my area. My family and I were one of the fortunate ones that did not encounter damage to our homes, and we…
Read MoreThe Cholesterol Farce: Do You Really Need a Cholesterol-Lowering Medication?
Having an elevated cholesterol level has become known as the “demon” and to be avoided at all cost. But does cholesterol really deserve to be demonized? Before reading this post, you might want to first read the previous blog post, “Cholesterol 101: Why is it Important?” (Check out the time-sensitive 2 for 1 Heart Month…
Read MoreCholesterol 101: Why is it Important?
THE WHAT Cholesterol is an important fatty compound that is made in the liver and also found in some foods. Cholesterol is a very important substance because it’s a major constituent of the cell membrane, and it’s necessary for the formation of hormones like testosterone, estrogen, and vitamin D, as well as other important compounds…
Read MoreEthical Challenges & Potential Solutions to Global Food Sustainability: Do You Know Where Your Next Meal is Coming From?
Have you ever wondered what is involved in bringing the food that you eat from “farm to table?” If you are like most people, you give little thought to this, but when you do, it only involves figuring out when you are going to do the grocery shopping for the week or month—-if you are…
Read MoreCranberry Sauce with Oranges and Fresh Mint for Thanksgiving Day
In our quest to continue a “clean and delicious” Thanksgiving Day meal, don’t stop now and settle for “canned” cranberry sauce. Oh no, that just won’t do! This recipe is from glutenfreeandmore. Warning: It is high in sugar and carbohydrates! Before adding all of the sugar it suggests, I would only add half (and try…
Read MoreSweet Potato & Butternut Squash with Pecans for Thanksgiving Day
Here’s a wonderful, delicious and very clean & healthy traditional Thanksgiving Day dish, from a fellow colleague, Tracy Konoske, Registered Dietitian. Check out her website to also learn all the health benefits of this delicious side dish. Don’t forget to watch your portion size to minimize carbohydrate. Ingredients: For the mashed squash/sweet potato mixture: 3…
Read MoreGreen Bean Casserole for Thanksgiving Day
Everyone loves a green bean casserole for Thanksgiving Day, but the conventionally-made one with canned cream of mushroom soup and canned fried onions, just will no longer cut it for those who want a “clean” diet. Here’s a version created by Diane Sanfilippo, who wrote the 21-day Sugar Detox Cookbook, that is gluten-free, additive-free, and…
Read MoreGrain-Free Thanksgiving Day Gravy
What’s turkey and stuffing without gravy? A sin, that’s what! Conventional cooks usually add flour when thickening their gravy. That’s a no-no if the goal is to be gluten-free and minimizing carbohydates. Commercial gravies contain flour (and gluten), and who knows what other unhealthy additives and GMO garbage. Here’s a very simple and delicious gravy…
Read MoreGrain-Free Thanksgiving Day Stuffing
What do you think of when you think of “stuffing”? I grew up in New Orleans, and some of my most memorable dishes were: stuffed artichokes, stuffed peppers, stuffed merlitons, and stuffed turkey. Interestingly, though, although the artichokes and merlitons were a “bread-based” stuffing, the peppers and turkey were a meat-based stuffing. For the turkey…
Read MoreThe Best Turkey Ever for the Best Thanksgiving Ever
I have cooked lots of turkeys over the years, but I have to agree with Chef Lance Roll, in his assessment of his delicious turkey recipe. Chef Lance Roll is founder, owner, and operator of The Flavor Chef. He has been cooking professionally for over 25 years in high-end restaurants, conference centers, and teaching environments.…
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