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Start a New Tradition: Celebrate a Healthy, Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month, I’d like to focus on why it’s important to eat and prepare healthy, soul food. When you think of soul food, you usually think of foods that are fried, high in trans fats, sugars, and calories. Rightly so; traditional soul foods are prepared with lard, butter, white sugar, fatty meats, white flour, and other lesser quality ingredients. Daily consumption … Continue reading Start a New Tradition: Celebrate a Healthy, Black History Month

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Flu-proof Your Body

If you haven’t heard, the flu virus is spreading rapidly, and ready to attack any human in its path. So, if you haven’t taken any precautions to protect yourself from the flu, now is a good time. Prior to the flu season, I start making preparations to build up my immune system. I’m one of those people, who rarely get sick, and have never had … Continue reading Flu-proof Your Body

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Healthy Food Fusion: Mediterranean Tilapia with Pasta & Vegetables

Since I don’t normally cook from recipes, I find myself fusing different ethnic tastes, and many times I’ve surprised myself with the outcome. One such meal is the dish pictured here, which I called Mediterranean Tilapia with Pasta & Vegetables: The preparation for this dish was relatively easy and quick. I used simple ingredients: whole wheat angel hair pasta, onions, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, fire-roasted diced … Continue reading Healthy Food Fusion: Mediterranean Tilapia with Pasta & Vegetables

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The Diet for Healthy Heart and Long Life

Are you confused about all the information on healthy diets and not sure which diet is right for you? And, are you looking for a healthy diet that is flexible and easy to follow? Well, take another look at the Mediterranean Diet. It is highly recommended, by the USDA, as one of the healthiest diets for adults. Let’s take a look at why the Mediterranean … Continue reading The Diet for Healthy Heart and Long Life

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