On Healthy Living

Red, juicy pomegranates are great to have as it is, just as they are popular as a chilled juice.
1) Pomegranate has been shown to reduce systolic blood pressure and is a good source of vitamin C and vitamin B5. More recent research has found that a glass of pomegranate juice daily for three months improved […]

Ingredients:
For the roasted shallot vinaigrette:
1 shallot
drizzle of olive oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chicken stock
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 tablespoon freshly chopped chives
freshly ground black pepper
For the barbecued chicken and grilled onions:
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, about 4 ounces each
2 teaspoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
1 […]

Ingredients:
For the Corn and Avocado Relish:
2 ears corn, shucked
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1 tablespoon seeded, chopped jalapeño pepper
1 teaspoon chopped, fresh cilantro
1 avocado
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper
For the tuna:
8 tuna steaks, 4 to 6 ounces each
1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions:
For the […]

Snacking often gets a bad rap, but if you make intelligent choices about what you eat, you can actually benefit your health and longevity. Read on to find out how!
Why Snacks?
Most of us are used to eating three times a day, but it is much healthier to eat smaller meals more frequently -f ive small […]

Waldorf salad is a salad containing thinly sliced apples, finely diced celeries, chopped walnuts and mayonnaise (or mayonnaise-based) for dressing. Here is a recipe of a Waldorf salad that includes pasta and chicken. It is simple, easy-to-do and not to mention, very delicious and good for the health.Ingredients:Dressing:
125 ml 0% fat strawberry yogurt
2/3 cup mayonnaise
234 […]

Just because you’re trying to eat healthy doesn’t mean you have to give up a family favorite! Here’s a recipe of your favorite fried chicken, but with a twist.
Ingredients:
cooking spray
20 crackers, whole-grain, saltine-like, pulsed in a food processor to fine crumbs (about 1/2 cup)
2 1/2 cup(s) cereal, cornflakes, pulsed in a food processor to fine […]

Favorful yet kid-friendly fare that is simple to make and sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients:
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 cups chopped carrots
1 small can diced green chilis
1 1/2 cups finely chopped onion
1/2 tsp cumin seed, crushed
5 cloves garlic
4 cups vegetable broth
4 cups halved or quartered tiny new potatoes (or cubed regular potatoes)
1/2 tsp salt
2 1/2 […]

Ingredients:
2 1/2 to 3 pounds small winter squash (carnival, golden acorn, delicata, or other)
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup apple juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce, or to taste
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
The squashes may be baked in the oven or microwave. If you are going to use the oven, preheat it to 375 degrees.
Directions:
1. Cut the squashes […]

Ingredients:
¼ kg assorted salad greens, washed and dried
120 g smoked ham, sliced into strips
¼ kg seedless grapes, halved
Honey-Mustard Dressing:
1/3 cup red cane vinegar
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon iodized fine salt
1/3 cup vegetable oil
Directions:
1. Chill salad greens, ham, and grapes. Arrange in individual salad bowls if desired before chilling.
2. Heat red cane […]

Ingredients:
¾ kg elbow macaroni, cooked
12 cloves garlic, crushed
3 pieces large onions, chopped
3 pieces chicken bouillon cubes
5 ¼ cups canned oyster mushrooms, coarsely chopped or sliced
1 ½ cups canned straw mushrooms, sliced
1 ½ cups chicken stock (water can be replaced if not available)
750 g spaghetti sauce
3 pieces medium-sized zucchini, cubed
3 cups grated quickmelt cheese
1 tablespoon chopped […]