Health Continuum

Eat your almonds

Almonds have excellent health properties. Just a handful gives you important minerals and vitamins. Classified as a low carbohydrate and high protein food, almonds are the perfect snack to fill you up and give you an energy boost. They are packed with antioxidants, heart-healthy fat and fiber, and are an excellent source of Vitamin E, […]

Burgers, Falafels and Patties, Chickpeas, Condiments and Sides, Main Dishes

Kale falafels

Soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside with warm peppery spices and fresh herbs. You don’t have to be vegetarian or vegan to enjoy this savoury falafel! I rarely eat fried foods, but when it comes to falafels, I prefer them fried instead of baked. On the rare occasions that I fry, I […]

Beverages

Herbal iced green tea (and 10 health benefits)

Refreshed, calm and energized. That’s how I feel after I drink a cup of green tea. Different types of tea come from the Camellia sinensis plant, and all are beneficial. However, because it’s processed less than most other teas, green tea has exceptional health benefits. It’s rich in antioxidants called catechins, which help fight and […]

Breads, Breads and Scones, Breakfast, Desserts and Snacks

Banana bread boost

Last year, I wrote a post on date paste as a healthy alternative to white sugar. As you may know, lowering your white sugar intake can protect you from developing Type-2 diabetes, obesity or other conditions that lead to heart disease. I’m not diabetic and I’m not overweight, but I am concerned by the high […]

Main Dishes, Noodle dishes, Soups, Tofu

Bok Choy Soup

Bok choy, also known as leafy Chinese-cabbage, is a nutrient dense food. It is an excellent cruciferous vegetable that helps prevent cancer. Although it’s best to eat vegetables raw, from time to time, it is nice to cook or steam them. This Asian-style bok choy soup is a complete healthy meal that tastes great and […]

Condiments and Sides, Main Dishes, Soups, Stews and Chillies

Vegetable stock or broth?

Is it stock or broth? Lately, I’ve been using the words interchangeably. When I make vegetable stock or broth, nothing goes to waste. I don’t strain and discard the boiled vegetables. Instead, I process them with a handheld blender straight in the pot and with the boiled water and I’m never sure if I end […]