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The Health Benefits of Soy: Myth vs. Fact

Soy (or soya, like they call it in other English-speaking countries)… interestingly, this food has been a staple for centuries is the Western cultures, whereas in the Eastern world, it has been controversial. Fortunately, the misunderstanding around soy consumption has been sorted out and now it is considered a nutrition dense food anywhere in theContinue reading “The Health Benefits of Soy: Myth vs. Fact”

Tofu Scramble Recipe: Colombian Huevos Pericos Made Vegan

Huevos pericos, which perhaps could be translated into English as “Parakeet Eggs”, is a typical Colombian breakfast made of eggs, tomato and green onions. Here I am going to share a plant-based version, using tofu instead of eggs. This variant can be perfect for you if you are avoiding eggs, because of dietary restrictions, byContinue reading “Tofu Scramble Recipe: Colombian Huevos Pericos Made Vegan”

Why Cardio Should Be More Than 10% of Your Fitness

After many years of training on my own in my home gym or outdoors, I decided to join a gym in 2025. They offered a complementary Fitness Assessment to all new members, and I surely took advantage of it. However, it was a disappointment in multiple ways, but one of them stuck out the most:Continue reading “Why Cardio Should Be More Than 10% of Your Fitness”

Healthy Black Bean and Kale Chili Recipe

Traditional chili is a comfort Mexican dish made with ground beef on a seasoned tomato base (also known as “chili con carne”). It is actually this tomato base and the spices used which give chili their distinctive flavor, not the meat. Therefore, it is possible to recreate the flavors and texture of a traditional chiliContinue reading “Healthy Black Bean and Kale Chili Recipe”

Sesame eggplant, shiitake and tempeh

Many of us are familiar with tofu, but tempeh? What is that? Tempeh is a fermented food high in plant-based protein, typically made of soybeans but it can also be made of other grains. My go-to is Trader Joe’s 3 organic grain tempeh, which is made of soybeans, brown rice, barley, and millet. Even ifContinue reading “Sesame eggplant, shiitake and tempeh”

Oats: A Nutritional Powerhouse for Heart Health

Superfoods… most of us have heard this word, and probably foods like kale or chia seeds come to mind. Superfoods are supposed to have kind of magical powers for our health, due to their extremely high nutrient density, and also to the presence of other compounds like antioxidants and fiber. Even in my Nutritionist CertificationContinue reading “Oats: A Nutritional Powerhouse for Heart Health”

Blue Zones: Discover the Secrets to Healthy Aging

Do you want to live not only longer, but also healthier? Increase your health span? I have good news for you: the so-called “Blue Zones” have found the key. In this article, I will share what this is, what the reseach has found, and how we can apply it to ourselves for an improved, healthyContinue reading “Blue Zones: Discover the Secrets to Healthy Aging”

Red lentil and black bean dhal

Creamy and surprisingly flavorful, this comfort dish is perfect for the cooler months! You can cook a big batch and have it ready to heat and eat during your work week. We do this often at home, as our week schedules are usually tight, but we still want to eat a nutritious lunch. But wait,Continue reading “Red lentil and black bean dhal”

Nutritious Dressing with Chickpeas and Turmeric

This flavorful easy dressing will elevate your grain bowls, baked veggies and of course your nutrition! With a sneaky dose of protein thanks to the chickpeas and the peanut butter, the antiinflamatory powers of turmeric + pepper, the heart healthy fats from olive oil omega 9, and the vitamin B12 boost of nutritional yeast, itContinue reading “Nutritious Dressing with Chickpeas and Turmeric”

Dry January: A Fresh Start to Healthier Drinking

Note: this post has been updated to include the lastest advisory published by the U.S. Surgeon General on January, 3rd, 2025. Staying on topic with my latest posts related to lifestyle changes for the New Year, today I would like to discuss a big one: reducing alcohol consumption. This is exactly the goal of theContinue reading “Dry January: A Fresh Start to Healthier Drinking”