When putting together this recipe, I knew two things: I knew I wanted to include dandelions (I just love their natural taste), but I also wanted to make use of Shilajit—it’s too good for you to pass up!
Shilajit is a powder which is harvested by hand, and then dried at a low temperature. Containing over 85 minerals, Shilajit is said to remove weakness from the body and build strength as a result. Continue reading
Fried rice holds a special place in my heart. The year after I graduated from college and was living on my own for the first time, it was the first dish I learned to make. I pretty much ate nothing but fried rice for a year. It was fast, easy, convenient and most importantly, cheap! Continue reading
We all want to train hard, but do you put equal effort into your recovery? Most people do not and that is why injuries are on the rise. Doing a simple Google search for overuse injuries will give you an idea of how this is affecting younger athletes specifically. Continue reading
Recently I came across an article titled ‘Graying of America’ in the New York Times. The article indicates that, “by 2050, 83.7 million Americans will be 65 or older, compared with 43.1 million in 2012, the report said. Continue reading
When most of us hear the word “chia,” we think of the novelty plants that were popular in the 80s. But lately, chia has been gaining super food status in the culinary world because of its numerous health benefits. Chia is actually an ancient seed native to South America and has been a staple in Mayan and Aztec diets for centuries. It has a mild flavor and is available in black or white seeds. It can be found in specialty food stores or health food stores. Continue reading
The holidays are here. They are a time of joy and happiness. It is, however, during this time that most people tend to forget about their workouts and diets. If you think you might veer away from your health goals during the holidays, let me remind you that the only road it will lead to is a larger waistline. Continue reading
Since summer is finally here and the cold snow storms are distant memories, it’s the perfect time to share this delicious Strawberry Yogurt Popsicle recipe, courtesy of author Dr. Sonali Ruder, from The Greek Yogurt Diet Continue reading
Cranberry Oat Bread
Ingredients:
3/4 cup honey
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk Continue reading
Maple Broiled Scallops
Ingredients:
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon horseradish Continue reading
Cranberry-Almond Green Beans
Ingredients:
1/2 cup fresh cranberries
2 cups fresh green beans
1/2 cup slivered almonds Continue reading