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It’s Official: Processed Food is Bad For Your Heart

A recent study confirmed what we knew all along is true: that the increased consumption of ultra-processed foods correlates directly to bad cardiovascular health. Researchers at the US Centers for Disease Control…

Beets

Beets are a highly nutritious root vegetable that contains unique pigment antioxidants. Beware: it will stain anything it comes in contact with. Beets are known for their high sugar content that is…

Popular Recipes

Creamy Mushroom Stroganoff

Many Russian, East European, German dishes are meat and cream heavy, loaded with cholesterol and saturated fat. By using cashews and multiple varieties of mushrooms, you can save the stroganoff without harming your health.

Kale and White Bean Soup

This is an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink soup, but we figured that might not make the most positive first impression. Grain, vegetables, and starch…this has it all. The addition of black beans, if you have a can in your pantry, would only serve to balance it further, no?

Brazil Nut Gravy

Brazil nuts aren’t usually a pantry staple but every time I get my hands on them, I’m pleasantly reminded of how buttery and sweet they taste. All of the Brazil nut’s comforting flavors are brought out in this gravy recipe shared with us by Dr. Lorayne Barton. We like it best over biscuits.

Sofrito Boricua
Sofrito Boricua

The sofrito is one of the most important ingredients of Puerto Rican food, since it is used to make almost all the most important dishes. The wonderful thing about this recipe is that it is very simple, healthy, and also easy to prepare. It can be used to flavor many stews and dishes, including soups and rice.

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