In addition to being a festive holiday favorite, the cranberry give you an internal boost too. Mixed into a drink, their juice will provide your body with a powerful boost of antioxidants, while also helping the liver to eliminate alcohol from the bloodstream. Join in on that holiday cheer, with a cranberry beverage (or two!), and … Read more
This cocktail combines two seasonal favorites, eggnog and peppermint tea! The eggnog here is dairy-free (use a brand derived from coconut or soy milk), but you could also use a traditional blend, which would make the drink thicker. If you prefer something sweeter, swapping vanilla vodka in for the plain vodka is another option. Peppermint … Read more
Looking for a unique appetizer to serve at your holiday cocktail party? Consider this very vegetable, Stromboli roll recipe! It can be prepared up to a day in advance and baked right before your guests arrive, or can be baked, sliced, and then served at room temperature, making it ideal for the no-fuss, no-muss host … Read more
Want to give someone a homemade gift this holiday season, which does not involve any cooking whatsoever? Try your hand at making this simple body scrub! This is a very basic recipe that can be customized to your liking. It starts with sea salt, which acts as a powerful detoxifier and exfoliator to the skin. … Read more
Classic cocktails like the White Russian are having a comeback moment, appearing on bar menus, and in home preparations, alike. Why not whip up your own version of this old-time favorite, with a seasonal twist, in the form of pumpkin spice? Pumpkin contains a high concentration of Vitamin A, which is necessary to keeping eyesight … Read more
By Jess O’Toole This fresh autumn recipe is a whole new take on Brussels sprouts. The tiny cabbages are thinly sliced and steamed until crisp and tender. Complimented by sweet and juicy apples as well as crunchy hazelnuts, this salad is a refreshing surprise. Steaming the Brussels sprouts actually enhances this vegetable’s cholesterol lowering properties. … Read more
By Carlynn WoolseyIf you are suffering from an inflammatory disorder such as arthritis, consider adding more omega-3 fatty acids to your diet. Studies have shown that patients with an increased consumption of these nutrients have been able to significantly reduce the symptoms associated with arthritis. Both edamame and chia seeds have a high concentration of … Read more
October 1st is World Vegetarian Day and the kickoff to Vegetarian Awareness Month! What better way to celebrate than with a comforting and hearty vegetarian meal? This risotto is extremely creamy, so it feels indulgent, without being so. The creaminess comes from the vegetable stock the rice is cooked in as well as from pureed … Read more
Yummy and healthy.By Carlynn Woolsey Looking for a recipe that your kids will love to help you make and eat too? Try this recipe for granola coated in spices and mixed dried fruit! This recipe requires little else than the ability to measure and mix. Plus, it’s a healthier alternative than a store-bought variety. Oats … Read more
Do your body right.By Carlynn Woolsey What’s not to love about carrots? They are low in calories yet full of sweet flavor, pack a powerful crunch and provide an ample dose of beta-carotene, which is converted into Vitamin A once consumed. Vitamin A is essential after a workout because it aids in repairing the microtears … Read more