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”
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Delicious Vegan Banana Bread Recipe
Vegan baking may seem an oxymoron, as baking usually requires dairy and eggs. Dairy is a minor hurdle, thanks to the variety of plant-based milk, yogurt and butter options available. But eggs? Eggs are critical in baking due to their essential role as binders. Fortunately, there are actually multiple whole foods plant-based alternatives that canContinue reading “Delicious Vegan Banana Bread Recipe”
How to Make Healthy Smoothies: A Simple Guide
Smoothies are usually marketed as healthy. But the reality is that, even if a smoothie can indeed be healthy, many of them end up being a calorie bomb, full of sugar and low in protein. Not exactly a balanced meal. This is OK occasionally, but certainly not a good idea if we are using theContinue reading “How to Make Healthy Smoothies: A Simple Guide”
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