Tofu, made from soybean curds, provides a good amount of protein, calcium, and iron. It is relatively low in calories. One block of tofu yields 177 calories. Soy's isoflavones may help menopausal symptoms and protect from heart disease. Firm or extra firm tofu is best...
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Got Ten Minutes for Your Health?
Ten Minute in a Green Environment As little as ten minutes in a natural setting can improve your mental well-being if you spend it in nature.1 Researcher reviewed studies that examined the effects of nature on college-age people (no younger than 15, no older than 30)...
Golden Flax Biscuits
A serving of flaxseeds supplies a good amount of protein, soluble fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. The last two components exert the anti-inflammatory effects of flax. Animal studies show that dietary flaxseed has decreased the progression of atherosclerosis induced...
Date–Nut Cake
Journal of Health and Healing Ingredients: 2 cups chopped dates 1 cup unsweetened coconut 1 cup orange or apple juice 1 medium-size banana 1/3 cup flaxseeds, brown or golden 2/3 cup chopped nuts ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup organic whole wheat flour Directions Mash the...
Pau (Chinese Steamed Buns)
Chinese pau consists of a soft delicate bun and a delicious savory filling. Ingredients for Dough: 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons of warm water 1 1/2 tablespoons of dry yeast 2 tablespoons of organic sugar 2 tablespoons of cold-pressed olive oil 2 teaspoons salt 2 1/4 cups...
Better Than Chocolate Cake!
This recipe is a wonderful transitional recipe. It substitutes chocolate for carob and contains no dairy or eggs. It is, however, a rich recipe as it contains sugar. Ingredients for Cake: 1/2 cup Earth Balance margarine 1 & 1 /2 cups organic brown sugar 3...
How to Lower Cholesterol Levels Naturally
Do you want to lower your cholesterol level naturally and without medication? What is the scientific support that natural strategies work? In this article, we will explain how to lower elevated cholesterol levels by eating delicious and nutrient dense foods. Something...
What Makes Fresh Air Fresh?
You’ve likely heard that we can live weeks without food, days without water, but only minutes without oxygen—unless, of course, your brain is cold. In Argentina, when a baby born three months prematurely was pronounced dead by two doctors, her tiny coffin was placed...
Turmeric: Helpful or Hyped?
Is turmeric the golden spice that helps so many health conditions? In this blog, we summarize the research done on turmeric's healing properties and contraindications. What is the evidence that curcumin boosts cardiovascular health, helps diabetes, arthritis anxiety,...
Oat Dodgers
Sometimes you want a very special breakfast! Here is a delicious plant-based, easy-to make breakfast recipe! Ingredients: 2 cups organic oats 1/4 cup organic whole wheat flour 1/4 cup wheat germ 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup of chopped dates 1/3 cup of chopped walnuts 1...