Adobo Mushroom Tacos Courtesy of bon appétit BY EDGAR CASTREJÓN These mushroom tacos are “the most requested dish at family gatherings and potlucks with friends,” writes Edgar Castrejón in his book, Provecho: 100 Vegan Mexican Recipes to Celebrate Culture and Community, all about vegan Mexican and Latin American cooking. While Castrejón recommends chanterelle mushrooms for their “chewy texture that satisfies, like a…
5 Ways Pistachios Give You More Nutritional Bang for Your Buck For starters, one serving contains as much protein as a large egg. BY KARLA WALSH When you hear “high-antioxidant superfood snack,” you probably think of popular all-stars like blueberries, acai bowls, and chia pudding. But Mike Roussell, Ph.D., a nutrition consultant in Pittsford, New York, and the author of The MetaShred Diet,…
Tortellini in Brodo Recipe Courtesy of Food Network Magazine It’s easier than you think to make a vegetable-filled bone broth. A smoked pork chop adds tons of flavor to this soup, and a Parmesan rind gives it extra richness. Ingredients For Tortellini in Brodo 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 leeks (white and light green parts only), halved lengthwise, thinly…
The Health Benefits of the Sea The sea is an excellent source of nutrition. Believe it or not, half of seaweed is made up of carbohydrate and around one third is protein, vitamins and fibre. Even better, seaweed contains only two per cent of fat. Seaweed is a form of marine algae that grows in the upper levels of the…
At every stage of women’s lives, nutrition and regular exercise are the cornerstones of good health and optimal energy. But certain vitamins and minerals become especially important at particular times of life. Knowing which matter most can help you choose the best foods and supplements. Nutrition for Girls in Childhood and Early Teens The best guarantee that growing girls get the nutrition they…
