Parfait is from the French word for perfect, and these desserts really are! My sister and her husband and 4 kids have been doing the parfait thing for months, and they are wonderful. It’s hard to show up at their house on the right day, this poster makes it so easy, and shows so many […]
Mmmmmmm Parfaits :) Read More »
This poster is a great look at how much sugar is in your drink, and also showing what it should be. The extra calories in beverages add up fast, make informed choices, I prefer to eat my calories!!
What’s in your Beverage? Read More »
There is a lot of controversy about GMO and non-GMO produce right now, here is a poster with the facts clearly stated so you can make an informed decision yourself. What you choose to put on your table is up to you, the consumer, don’t let anyone push you into your choices, decide for yourself,
I love beets, I think they are delicious, I especially love them pickled. I used to work with a nursing assistant who made them and gifted me with a jar or two when she did, lovely gift. Now, my mother is a lovely person, but she didn’t always cook a lot from scratch, so when
If you are one of those people that absolutely hates trying to get in eight glasses of water a day, good news for you! Many of the fruits you already enjoy are very high in water and count towards your daily total, with the added bonus of antioxidants and extra fiber. To know if you
Last Updated 10/23/12 Wow I love this! This poster has easy to read, simple information on what it takes to lose a pound of fat, and what it takes to keep it off. The formula is so simple even I can understand it! This is what keeps a person motivated, a great tool to post
I love this poster! 26 properly proportioned snack to suit every craving, and keep you slim! Snacks can be an important part of a healthy diet. Use this wonderful poster for inspiration. Happy snacking!
Every time I turn around these days I am hearing something about keeping your body pH balanced. I did my own research to why this is, and it makes sense to me, it’s a healthier way of eating. Every meal should contain both alkaline and acidic foods, less acidic than alkaline in proportions. Alkaline is
Today is the first anniversary of the death of Steve Jobs, he is still missed by so many, here is a tongue and cheek look at his creation, the Apple, against, well, the apple.
The price of corn is going up in some areas, so much so that some cattle producers think they have found the answer by supplementing their cattle’s diet with candy and food by-products such as orange rinds in Florida and almond hulls in California. John Waller, a professor of animal nutrition at the University of
{Last Updated: November 21st 2012] I was reading an article about cardiovascular health when I saw this poster. According to a study at Ohio State University eating an apple a day for four weeks significantly reduced the amount of LDL in the bloodstream. Apples are ripe, fresh, beautiful, and delicious this time of year. Use
The days are starting to cool down, it’s a great time to start heavier baking and cooking without overheating the kitchen (or the cook!!) If you’re anything like me when you get into baking or cooking you cannot always find the proper utensils for measuring. The other thing I run into is having to wash
Easy Kitchen Conversions Read More »
Everyone would eat healthy if it tasted good right? The best way to achieve that goal is to use fresh herbs and fresh ingredients whenever possible. This great poster shows us what to do with all those lovely fresh herbs we see in the supermarket, and the taste may inspire many of you to grow
I’ve Always Wanted My Own Herb Garden… Read More »
Your Handy Guide To Vitamins Our body needs 13 vitamins: vitamins A, C, D, E, K and the B vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and folate). Other than vitamins D and K that can be produced in the body, all other vitamins have to be absorbed from food. Today,
Your Handy Guide To Vitamins Read More »
Magnesium- The Forgotten Mineral Magnesium is one of the most important minerals for the body and yet, its health benefits are often under-appreciated. According to the National Institutes of Health: “Magnesium is needed for more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body. It helps maintain normal muscle and nerve function, keeps heart rhythm steady, supports
Magnesium- The Forgotten Mineral Read More »
Check out these amazing omelette ideas! Omelette Muffin: Omelette Wrap: Rolled Omelette: Spanish Omelette: Spanish Spinach Omelette: Spiced Vegetable Omelette: Spinach Egg White Omelette: Thermomix Chorizo and Egg Crepe: Tofu & Asparagus Omelette: Veggie Omelette:
Amazing Omelette Ideas Read More »
Popcorns are low in calories and full of polyphenols, a form of antioxidants that are fighting many types of diseases. Here is the catch! The ingredients you add to popcorn determines if the popcorn you made is a healthy choice or it rather harms your body. Too much salt or sugar, butter or margarine are
How To Make Popcorn Healthy Read More »
According to its advocates, the “Paleolithic Diet” or “Paleo Diet” is ancient answers to modern problems. It’s taken about 10,000 years but the Paleo diet is making a comeback. Due to misinformation and confusion surrounding the Paleo diet, we’re sharing this infographic that covers the origins and advantages of the Paleo diet as well as
The Paleo Revolution Read More »
