Nutrition

For most American’s Quinoa is a new food. However, South American’s have been cooking this “superfood” quinoa for centuries. But first, how do you pronounce it? The correct way to say it is “KEEN-wah”. Quinoa is high in protein and a good source of calcium, iron, antioxidants, vitamin E and several of the B vitamins. […]

Nutrition

The most common protein featured at the Thanksgiving buffet is the turkey.  But what flanks the turkey on the dinner plate?  Traditionally (according to TV advertisements) it is congealed cranberries, frozen green beans smooshed together with concentrated “mushroom” sauce, and crescent rolls out of a can. Sounds delicious doesn’t it? The Thanksgiving menu doesn’t have to […]

Nutrition

As the end of the farmer’s market season draws near, booths and CSA boxes are packed with heaps of pumpkins and winter squash. These vegetables are some of the easiest foods to buy in season and preserve for the winter, allowing you to continue to eat locally grown produce throughout the winter. Here are some […]

Nutrition

Have you ever thought about how long you could live without water? Yes, that includes coffee. But how much water do you need to drink each day? It depends. As I noted in the What is Nutrition post, drink what your body, mind, and soul needs to thrive and work optimally. Our bodies are made […]

Nutrition

When was the last time you heard or read the word “nutrition”? What foods, images, or ideas come to mind when you hear or see the word “nutrition”? Nutrition is a strange science. It’s one of the only fields where people can scientifically prove opposing theories and still be right. We are only beginning to […]