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A few weeks ago, my friend Diane at The W.H.O.L.E. (whole healthy organic living everyday) Gang had the brilliant idea to host a Gluten Free Progressive Dinner, with Thanksgiving as the theme. Im pleased to be a stop on the journey, with my Corn Bread Slow Cooker Stuffing. Its absolutely delicious, and I look forward to bringing it along to my moms house on the 26 th for our family Thanksgiving dinner. I dont write too much about gluten free stuff, because I try really hard not to let this allergy change the way we eat. I feel as if we eat a balanced diet full of lots of food and grains, we just happen to steer clear from wheat, barley, rye, and oats (unless they are certified gluten free), and read labels meticulously. Although going gluten free hasnt been too much of a strain on our own day-to-day family eating, it is hard to plan for large gatherings where other people are preparing the food, and when the food is store-bought. Most store-bought prepared party food is off-limits, an...

An overweight woman looking to lose weight can get help from a professional. For Dr. David Elia *, the overweight woman must first lose weight and balance your diet to keep it off pounds. To his patients lose weight, the choice will be between reduced calorie diet and protein diet. Questions about his experience Which plan to choose? Dr. David Elia: We can not lose weight if you follow a balanced diet, which, by definition, brings many calories as one spends a day. This is a first misunderstanding that I often see in my consultations, "Doctor, I weigh 10 kg too few years and yet if you knew how I eat balanced." The strategy to lose weight is just to eat unbalanced, that is to say, to expend more calories than one absorbs. This imbalance can be achieved with a reduced calorie diet, where there are not enough calories over expenditure, or a protein diet. In contrast, balanced diet is the one that will follow once lost excess pounds. What do you think of the low calorie diet? Dr...

If you have a surplus of zucchini, use some of them to make this delicious and easy Calabacitas. (Updated with better photos and step-by-step instructions, August 2014.)   Calabacitas is a traditional recipe from the American southwest, and it's a quick and easy way to use up abundant summer squash if you have them in your garden.  Traditional recipes for Calabacitas sometimes include things like corn or tomatoes, but in my version I concentrate on the flavors of the squash, onions, cheese, and green chiles.  This is definitely a recipe that should be made to individual taste, and when I first made this I thought a 4 oz. can of diced green chiles was plenty spicy, but now I'd probably use a bigger can.  Key to the flavor here is slightly browning the onions and squash as they cook; as long as you manage that you can't go wrong with this easy recipe. Click to continue reading

To give food exquisite flavor and spicy taste , can not do without herbs and spices  . Even the most simple dish they can turn into culinary delights . Besides, such special additives many useful for health. And some more spices and herbs effectively help in losing weight. So do not underestimate their contribution to the fight against excess weight ! proved by scientists Numerous studies , modern experts have proved the fact that spices help to rid the body of accumulated toxins and promote weight loss . This is primarily due to the fact that the seasoning and improve a variety of flavors cooked meals , even if it is diet and lean . Consequently, any low-calorie recipe can be refined taste and feast on them will be a pleasure . Some herbs and spices do not excite , but, rather, suppress appetite and hunger or promote water exchange processes . Many condiments beneficial effect on fat metabolism , or participate in the degradation of lipids , especially foods rich in polyphenols . ...

I was recently asked at a presentation what my thoughts were on juicing. Moreover, new years is quickly approaching and with it come resolutions, which many will be losing weight, especially after indulging during the holidays. Therefore, I decided to write about whether to juice or not to juice. People juice for several reasons; whether its "detox", weight loss, staying healthy or "rebooting", but is it appropriate?! Many companies talk about raving health benefits, however, hardly any of these claims can be supported by scientific evidence.    The best way to do help you decide if to juice or not is by just dividing it to pros and cons: Pros Good way to get more fruits and vegetables in the diet, especially if you are picky or not a big vegetable and fruit eater High in antioxidants as well as vitamins and minerals Feels "lighter" since you do not chew anything or have "bulky" food in your stomach Could help with weight loss   Cons Very pricey....

Remember: If anything fructose from beverages (including juices), yet not fructose from whole fruit is a problem. In fact eating whole fruits will decrease your blood lipids and high sensitivity C reactive protein (hs-CRP) inflammation markers. Fructose is bad for you, right? Right. According to the latest study from the University of Newcastle , the consumption of only one drink containing containing 50 g of either fructose or glucose or sucrose dissolved in water will have detrimental effects on the #1 indicator of whole body inflammation, which is high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP). Much to the researchers surprise, though, the same amount of fructose had significant beneficial effects on the plasma lipid levels of the healthy male and female adults (n = 14) between the ages of 18-60 years who were recruited by advertisement and underwent study procedures at the Nutraceuticals Research Group Clinic rooms at the University of Newcastle in Australia. Learn more about fruc...

Happy Holidays! Follow Foods For Long Life on FACEBOOK ! Happy Holidays! Its hard to believe that 2011 is coming to an end. Before I put my full attention to celebrating the holidays with the family, I will leave you with some ideas for a vegan holiday menu. All recipes, except for the celebration roast, are gluten free. For the appetizer, try the roasted garlic and kalamata olive hummus . Hummus is perhaps the easiest appetizer to make from scratch. The basic ingredients include garbanzo beans, tahini, garlic, lemon juice and salt. But you can add many different ingredients to change it around. Besides roasted garlic and kalamata olives, try adding roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, avocado or spice it up with a jalapeño or cayenne. Top with chopped parsley or a drizzle of some good extra virgin olive oil. You can even substitute the garbanzos with different beans, such as Great northern or cannellini. Dont have time? Pick some up at the store, chop up some olives and mix them in...

Even if animal fats were the best frying fats, this wouldnt turn  doughnuts into "health food" and french fries into raw carrot sticks. If you "liked" the SuppVersity on Facebook (www.facebook.com/SuppVersity) you will probably already have seen the controversies and questions my post "Scientists on the Quest for the Perfect Frying Oil" (read more) has triggered. Eventually, it all revolves about yet another of those nutritional wisdoms thats circulating on the Internet: "Ghee, tallow, lard, ... saturated animal fats and the coconut micacle, of course, are the best and only frying oils you should use ." (next best Internet source) How on earth could F. Aladedunye, and R. Przybylski, the authors of the previously cited study even dare stating that high-oleic low-linolenic rapeseed , high-oleic sunflower oils are good frying oils? But enough of the sarcasm : In todays installment of "True or False" (read previous installments) we will...

Creamy butternut squash risotto is the perfect Christmas dish for your vegan and gluten-free guests. Follow Foods For Long Life on Facebook and Pinterest. Christmas Menu I love to serve risotto for the holidays but it is a difficult dish to make when there are a number of things on the menu and you dont feel like stirring for 30 minutes with company sitting at the table. But this year I have my new Instant Pot Pressure Cooker and making risotto is a snap. Once the butternut squash is roasted, scooped from the skin, and mashed (you can do that earlier in the day), just stir it into the cooked risotto which only takes minutes in this pot and requires no stirring! But even if you make risotto the traditional way, this dish is worth the effort. The roasted squash adds a beautiful buttery texture to the risotto and the Meyer lemon gremolata is the perfect topping when you want flavor without a dairy parmesan.  Make no-stir risotto in the Instant PotIP-DU060 in 5 minute (plus the ti...

A daily nasal rinse may help prevent proliferation of H1N1 virus. Fresh ginger root can be used to make tea. Drink lots of fluids. Herbs that can help boost your immune system. "Oven fried" oysters contain high quantities of zinc without the fat. Your Body is Designed to Heal Itself The CDC has already told you to wash your hands, cough in your sleeve, not to touch your nose, eyes or mouth and to get vaccinated. In addition to these, there are many other things you can do to strengthen your body’s natural defenses. Your body is designed to heal itself but it can only do so with your help. Below I will discuss stress, rest, salt water rinsing, the importance of taking in adequate liquids, vitamins, minerals, herbs and probiotics. Ill share a simple recipe for chicken soup, lemon ginger tea with honey and echinacea and a recipe that boosts your zinc levels. Stress Have you ever come down with a cold a few days after a big fight with your spouse or right before a final exam o...