Who doesn’t love those peanutty, spicy cold noodles from Chinese take-out? Well, more often than not you're not just getting a quick meal, you're getting tons of calories, fat, and additives that come with processed peanut butter and excessive amounts of peanut oil which are likely added to those "to go" noodles. Don’t let that get you down. I whipped up a delicious and nutritious version that is bolstered with nutrients and protein and will take you less time to make and eat than it would for your local MSG haunt to ring your bell.
Read moreSpread the Joy
The recipe for this pasta dish was given to me by one of my loyal readers (the number of which I can probably count on one hand). It is simple, smooth, and scrumptious, and tastes decadent despite its healthful ingredients. Whipped avocado becomes a creamy and dreamy sauce and was the perfect foundation for my spiced rubbed salmon.
Read moreTaco, Taco Night, I Love it When, its Taco Night
Sprouted corn tortillas, seared wild grouper, vegenaise crema, salted cabbage, pico de gallo, guac, and organic broccoli sprouts
Read more"Its Turkey Lurkey Time"
Blackened Wild Striped Bass with Kale and Avocado Relish
If you are fully loaded from hitting the stuffing a little hard this year, here is a recipe that is light and filling and will relieve you of any over gorging regrets you might have the day after. Additionally, I’ve demonstrated two super green side dishes that are both filling and tasty and can be served along side your poultry.
Read moreTo Yolk or Not to Yolk...
As an individual who is passionate about nutrition and health, it has become second nature to primarily make egg whites and order them when I eat out. Why has the yolk gotten such a bad rap? Egg yolks are primarily associated with the amount of cholesterol they contain, which is around 217mg. Those who have high cholesterol or are at risk for heart disease should avoid these golden orbs. Others might choose to avoid these meaty morsels in order to limit the amount of fat and calories they consume.
One egg white alone contains only 17 calories, compared to a whole egg which contains 77 calories. Egg whites contain trace amounts of fat compared to the 4g to 5g of fat from a yolk. The yolk of an egg does have a great deal of benefits that you can not obtain from simply eating the whites. The yolk of an egg contains a significant amount more phosphorous, which is beneficial for bone and teeth health as well as muscle function. The yolk also contains an increased amount of calcium, which is also important for the formation and maintenance of bones and teeth as well as the function of muscles, enzymes and hormones. The fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K are contained in the yolk as well as essential fatty acids. Therefore by slipping the yolk in the trash, you are tossing out some important vitamins, minerals and fatty acids.
There is an evident amount of pros and cons for the consumption of the yolk and ultimately that choice should be made based on diet and health status.
*all egg yolks were properly disposed of at the end of the photo shoot.
