Okay, I'm jumping the gun on National Kale Day which is on October 4th this year (yes, it's a real thing). But, I've been snacking on these delicious Read More
When it comes to kale, there are a lot of good reasons to be eating it. But that doesn’t mean we should go overboard and eat kale to the exclusion of other healthy vegetables. In fact, there may be some reasons to keep a balanced view about how much of it to eat. Find out why! Read More
Yup, every first Wednesday in October is National Kale Day. How are you going to celebrate?
No, seriously though, everywhere you look it seems like this green “superfood” is popping up in food dishes everywhere – even as dessert! In fact, it is hard to go into a restaurant these days without seeing kale in at least one dish on the menu.
Although kale might seem to be a relative newcomer to the American diet. Read on for the health benefits of this leafy green, plus plenty of new recipes to try using it! Read More
It's National Kale Chip Day, October 2, 2019!
In honor of the day I thought I would post one of my favorite kale recipes, my Garlicky Kale Chips. They are a fun go-to snack or make a great appetizer when you are entertaining. I make mine in my dehydrator, but you can also pop them into the oven for a crispy, yummy treat. The red bell peppers and cashews lend a slight sweetness to the dish.
So why does kale get a day of its own? Read More
Happy National Kale Day.
Yup, every first Wednesday in October is designated as National Kale Day. And everywhere you look it seems like this green “superfood” is popping up in food dishes everywhere – even as dessert! In fact, it is hard to go into a restaurant these days without seeing kale in at least one dish on the menu. Read on for more on kale, plus delicious kale recipes for you to try! Read More
You may be hearing a lot lately about this "new" superfood called hemp.
Hemp has proven itself to be a significant source of nutrients and regaining its well deserved title. A tablespoon of hemp in your morning smoothie will not only give it a nutritious boost but add additional creaminess. Try sprinkling some over your oatmeal. They add a delicious crunch to any salad as well. Or try substituting regular milk with one made from hemp seeds. Hemp milk can be found at most health food stores.
Read on for more health benefits of hemp and snack bar recipe! Read More
It's National Kale Chip Day, October 1, 2014!
In honor of the day I thought I would post one of my favorite kale recipes, my Garlicky Kale Chips. They are a fun go-to snack or make a great appetizer when you are entertaining. I make mine in my dehydrator, but you can also pop them into the oven for a crispy, yummy treat. The red bell peppers and cashews lend a slight sweetness to the dish.
So why does kale get a day of its own?
Kale is being called “the new beef”, “the queen of greens” and “a nutritional powerhouse.” Here is a quick list of 11 Health Benefits of Kale, adapted from an article from MindBodyGreen by Alison Lewis that helps explain why kale is just so good for you and deserves to be recognized. Read More
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