Peaches are considered a “drupe” fruit in the culinary world. A drupe is a single seeded, fleshy fruit with a soft, juicy layer surround a hard endocarp, the seed protecting part. Besides peaches, apricots, plums, cherries and mangoes are all drupe fruit. In the culinary world, fruits are usually high in sugar content, however, this is counterbalanced by their rich load of fiber, vitamins and antioxidants, often concentrated in the skin of the fruit. Peaches are a wonderful ingredient due to their versatility in the kitchen. Propagation of the Peach The peach is a deciduous tree (meaning every fall, these trees lose their leaves) native to Northwest China, where it…
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Asian Mexican Fusion Chicken Recipe
As you may know, I am really working on losing a few extra pounds – ok – A LOT of extra pounds. I have been seeking recipes using Asian inspired spices, which have incredible health benefits. While searching these out, I discovered a fellow blogger’s recipe for “Sazon Goya” (thank you from the SkinnyTaste.com). It is a type of seasoning salt found in Mexican markets. I decided to play with it a bit and use turmeric for some Asian inspiration. You are going to love this chicken recipe, which includes healthy ingredients, but maintains a simplistic approach for a quick weeknight meal. I promise this Asian-Mexican fusion chicken recipe…
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Step 3: Perfect Portions for Weight Loss
Portion control is personally, my most frustrating issue with weight loss. Usually, when I taste something really good, I eat as I will never have the opportunity to eat it again. Of course, that is the wrong mentality. Eating at home, I can always repeat a delicious meal or eat leftovers. However, what about when you are putting the food on the plate? From step 1, we learned to keep the food in the kitchen, don’t bring it to the table; so you can avoid those disastrous second helpings. In step 3, I am learning how to “guesstimate” portions, so I can eat meals and snacks with the right amount…
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Reducing Sugar Lowers Risk of Alzheimer’s
A recent research study suggests a correlation between sugar consumption and deterioration of the brain, as well as cognitive skills. In this study of the aging process, researches concluded participants with diabetes or borderline diabetes are more susceptible to dementia and Alzheimers. However, researchers indicate “interventions that delay diabetes onset, as well as management strategies for glucose control, might help alleviate the progression of subsequent cognitive decline over the long term,” (http://bit.ly/2NLhuOP). What does this mean for our health? We need to decrease the amount of sugar in our lives, to lower our blood sugar levels, decreasing our level of cognitive decline and improve our overall health. What we should be…
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Weeknight Taco Chicken For Two
Figuring out dinner on a weeknight can be very frustrating, but you will find my weeknight taco chicken for two very satisfying. Especially, if you want to keep the meal light, but flavorful. But chicken is so versatile and can be filled with flavor, it is a great option. I hope this is an easy one for you to try. Let me know in the comments if you make it at home. Benefits of chicken Of course, chicken is one of the leanest meats and low in saturated fats. Doctors are always telling me to cut back on my red meat intake, so the next best protein is chicken. In…
