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Planning to diet this January? Do this first!

December 27, 2018 By Cyd Notter

Photo by i yunmai on Unsplash

The holidays and the leftover desserts will soon be behind us, which means that many Americans will once again be resolve to make some changes beginning January 1. Several statistical websites reveal that the top three resolutions typically include losing weight, getting fit, and living life to the fullest. Fortunately, all three of those goals can be achieved with one lifestyle change….namely, diet.

There are hundreds of diet plans on the market today. In addition to the mainstream diet plans we see advertised with their celebrity spokespeople, a quick google search reveals such things as the Cabbage Soup diet, the Cookie diet, the Leek diet, the Baby Food diet, various e-diets, and so on. Some people fall prey to these questionable, unhealthy diet plans as their unrealistic hunt for the next magic bullet continues. Then there are the more popular fad diets, including calorie restriction diets, blood type diets, keto diets, anti-grain diets and caveman diets, which are typically low-carb, high protein diets; these types of plans can be quite dangerous, as I’ve explained in previous columns.

Here’s the plan you need if you want to lose weight permanently and improve or REGAIN your heath while doing so!

Don’t dwell on past failures – instead look ahead to the fit, healthy person you’re designed to be!

 

But the Lord says,  “Do not cling to events of the past or dwell on what happened

long ago. Watch for the new thing I am going to do.

It is happening already—you can see it now!

I will make a road through the wilderness and give you streams of water there.

Isaiah 43:18-19, Good News Translation (GNT)

Filed Under: My Blog Tagged With: New Year, Resolution, The Plan A Diet, vegan, whole food plant based

Kiwifruit for Colds and Sore Throats

December 20, 2018 By Cyd Notter

‘Tis the season for the common cold and upper respiratory infections! If you’ve fallen prey, what can you do to speed up your healing?

According to this study shared by Nutrition Facts.org, gold kiwifruit may be the answer. Researchers compared two groups of people (eating either 4 gold kiwifruit per day, or 2 bananas per day) and found that the kiwi eaters significantly reduced the severity and duration of head congestion AND sore throats.

Apparently, gold kiwifruit can boost our natural killer cell activity and support our immunity system.

A study done in children not only showed similar results, it further demonstrated that kiwi-eating children were 45% less likely to contract a cold or the flu in the first place. (It should be noted that kiwi is a common food allergen, so beware).

I honestly didn’t know there was such a thing as gold kiwifruit until reading this article. I’ve only ever tasted the green variety. I googled “where to buy gold kiwifruit” and found a few stores that may stock it. Check it out in your area and let us know if you find them.

One caveat: The study was sponsored by Zespri – a company  that sells gold kiwifruits. I advise people to be skeptical of industry-funded research, but I see no harm in eating 4 gold kiwi a day to see if it helps!

Here’s the study link, in case you’re interested:

  • M A Skinner. Wellness Foods Based on the Health Benefits of Fruit: Gold Kiwifruit for Immune Support and Reducing Symptoms of Colds and Influenza. Journal of Food and Drug Analysis, Vol. 20, Suppl. 1, 2012, Pages 261-264

Filed Under: My Blog Tagged With: common cold, flu, food, gold, healing, immunity, kiwi, Kiwifruit, sore throat

Yummy Corn Chowder!

December 13, 2018 By Cyd Notter

If you like corn chowder, you’ll LOVE this recipe from Dr. Campbell’s website.

Here’s the recipe. 

Enjoy! 

Filed Under: My Blog Tagged With: Corn Chowder, oil free, vegan, whole food plant based

Gift-worthy Banana Bread

December 6, 2018 By Cyd Notter

Looking for a little extra something to include in your gift packages this year? How about a full-sized loaf (or mini-loaf) of an EASY banana bread that’s moist, delicious, oil-free, and healthy!

This recipe by Shane Martin over at Shane & Simple is my new favorite. A friend made this recipe into muffins and dropped a few on our doorstep last month. I was hooked and have been making  a loaf every time I have three very ripe bananas!

In addition to bananas, the other ingredients are quite simple and usually always on hand. The only difference from the recipe is that I do include walnuts.

I will definitely be exploring more recipes from Shane’s website.

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Filed Under: My Blog Tagged With: Banana Bread, bread, breakfast, Easy, muffins, oil free, vegan, whole food plant based

Bruschetta Cheese Ball

November 29, 2018 By Cyd Notter

This Bruschetta Cheese Ball recipe from Sophia at www.veggiesdontbite.com is a definite keeper! We made it for a Thanksgiving appetizer and plan to make it again on Christmas Eve (if we don’t eat it all before the party!)

No dairy and no added oil – just nuts, vinegar, garlic, bread crumbs, and spices. Please don’t omit the sundried tomatoes and fresh basil – they really add to the flavor and make this tangy cheese ball delicious!

Note: As the recipe indicates, you don’t have to go through the process of straining the mixture overnight to form a ball. Instead, you can just serve the mixture as a dip if you prefer – which is what I did.

We spread it on Whole Foods 365 brand “Woven Wheat” crackers and it was a hit!

This recipe was one of many included in the Holiday collection by Terri Edwards at www.eatplant-based.com. Check out the other recipes there as well.

If you make this cheese ball, let me know what you think!

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Filed Under: My Blog Tagged With: appetizer, Bruschetta, Cheese, cheese ball, dip, vegan, whole food plant based

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