Have you ever wondered exactly what is gluten? It refers to a family of proteins known as prolamins (primarily glutenin and gliadin) that constitute the storage protein in the starchy endosperm of many cereal grains such as wheat, barley, and rye. Wheat and other cereals are made into flour, containing various proteins, one of which is glutenin, otherwise known as gluten. Viewed alone, gluten is a tough, elastic, grayish substance resembling chewing gum which works as a leavening agent, when the flour is kneaded. These types of grains make up a large portion of the modern American diet. Probably because of their palatability, ease of cultivation, and use in a…
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Tips to Avoid Stress Eating
During times like these, stress eating is not only unhealthy but can aggravate mental anguish. It is important to know how to avoid stress eating. Sometimes the stress accumulates. For example, you are running late for work and the car breaks down. You wait for over an hour for a tow truck. When you finally arrive at work, your daughter calls from school to say she is sick and needs to go home, but you have no car. You try calling your mother to help out but cannot reach her…NOW, YOU ARE STRESSED. What about being in “self-quarantine” for two months because of a fatal virus infiltrating the population. Then,…
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Easy White Sandwich Bread Recipe
White sandwich bread is not the most healthy food, however, it is better when you can control the ingredients in the bread than buy a national brand full of chemicals. Why not try making your own sandwich bread? With just a few pantry staples, you can make it in under three hours. Subscribe to my blog and get access to a simple video demonstration of my white/wheat bread recipe. Receive a printable recipe card, which includes a BONUS CINNAMON BUTTER RECIPE. This butter is the perfect accompaniment to your bread! Click this link to get yours NOW!
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5 Steps for a Successful Garden Plan
You must start with a successful garden plan to grow nutritious, sustainable food for your healthy meal plans. Now more than ever, growing your food can be a stress reliever, save you money, and provide your family with delicious vegetables and flavorful herbs. Supermarket organic options can be costly, and with the current shopping restrictions, who wants to go to the store? To achieve a bountiful garden, you must start with a plan… Planning Your Garden Whether you are using containers or plotting a garden in the ground, having a plan is crucial for success. Ideally, you should keep a record of what you grow, plant maintenance, and your harvest.…
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A Refrigerator Make Over
With recent events, it may be more difficult than ever to maintain a healthy lifestyle. A cluttered refrigerator tends to make it harder to spot those healthy ingredients, meals, and snacks. Plan a refrigerator make-over this weekend. When you stock it with smart, delicious choices, living a healthy lifestyle becomes that much easier. Take these first three steps to a refrigerator make-over 1.What to toss out… A messy refrigerator can create overwhelm when you go to the refrigerator for a snack. Get rid of old condiments and anything that has been sitting in your fridge that you know you are not going to use. You will also want to get…
