As you may know, I have been trying the Keto diet lately. It is recommended that you eat about 7 to 10 cups (depends a bit on your size of course) of salad a day on keto to get all the necessary nutrients like vitamins and trace minerals and especially sufficient potassium. Now, this is…
Continue reading ➞ How I Get My Daily Greens
I was very lucky this morning as pomegranates were on special at the supermarket, less than half the price! Of course I took advantage and bought a bagful, pomegranates are fantastic! These red jewels taste absolutely delicious! Sweet and tart and juicy, they go with almost anything. I sprinkle them on my muesli, my salad,…
Continue reading ➞ Pomegranates
We all have read them. Countless articles in magazines and sometimes even whole books on how to lose weight. We all have a friend or colleague who has lost weight and swears by the method they used. But how do we know what actually works and if it works for us? How many crash diets…
Continue reading ➞ Successful and not so Successful Diet-Related Weight Loss Strategies
I am a smoothie addict. I have one on most days and mostly after a workout so it is like my treat after sweating it out. I chose this title because I do think a healthy dose of vitamins helps our mental well being. There are whole books on nutrition and depression for example. Even…
Continue reading ➞ A Smoothie a Day Keeps the Blues Away
The US Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and of Agriculture (USDA) must jointly publish every 5 years a report containing nutritional and dietary information and guidelines for the general public. These guidelines influence policies and funding of schools lunch programs, federal nutrition assistance programs like food stamps and nutrition education. The new guidelines…
Continue reading ➞ New US Dietary Guidelines 2015-2020
These are the habits that worked for me, and most of them I still follow to keep the weight off. Everyone is different and not all of these habits may work for you, but maybe you find some inspiration and ideas here. Drink Water I stick to still water and herbal teas most of the…
Continue reading ➞ The Habits that Helped Me Lose 30 Kilos and Keep them Off
Yoga and Less Sugar In August 2011 I started with cutting out desserts. Somehow my husband and I had gotten into the habit of having desserts, daily, after our dinner. I guess it happens in a lot of relationships, you are comfortable with each other, you are happy, and you spoil each other. I loved…
Continue reading ➞ My Journey to a Happier and Healthier Me Part 2
I came across an article today, with above title, in a women's health magazine issued in the Middle East. As a plant eater I am always interested what new research is out with regard to healthy nutrition and balanced diets. The article tries to show that a meat-less diet can cause mental deterioration. Two studies…
Continue reading ➞ Where’s the Beef
I use this cookbook almost daily at the moment, my family is crazy about the oatmeal chocolate chip cookies! But this cook book contains a lot of other delicious and easy to prepare recipes that my whole family loves, so I highly recommend it. Isa has totally opened my eyes to vegan cooking, and thanks to…
Continue reading ➞ Basic Cookbook for Fabulously Healthy Vegan Dishes
Here is the recipe for my vegan version of the old classic berry oatmeal bake. I love it cold from the fridge for breakfast, but it is also delicious hot from the oven, and any time of day! It is highly versatile too – you can substitute for all sorts of frozen berries or mix…
Continue reading ➞ Healthy Vegan Breakfast Slice
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