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Superfoods of the Season
to Grow and Glow a Healthier Lifestyle
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It’s a New Year for a New You!
Again in 2020, the Mediterranean diet plan is ranked as one of the healthiest diets. it is typically high in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, herbs, nuts and seeds, and olive oil. It includes moderate amounts of dairy, poultry, eggs, and seafood. Healthy fats are a mainstay of the Mediterranean diet in place of saturated and trans fats. Portions are smaller, and you can round out meals with beans and whole grains. Lean protein and seafood are served in moderation. With less salt, foods use lots of spices and fresh herbs to develop those delicious flavors.
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Ideas to Try:
• Take some time to cook for yourself and share a meal.
• Try some easy, soulful updated classics……………………
• Strive for a good balanced diet………………………………..
• Develop a good work/life balance……………………………
• Go with the flow – make easy, inspired meals…………..
• Value teamwork…………………………………………………….
• Set healthy boundaries…………………………………………..
• Use lots of those winter plant roots…………………………
For more Information See:
https://nutritionfacts.org/
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Mediterranean Sheet-Pan Salmon
An easy, healthy and delicious dish to serve company
About the Recipe: The salmon is very moist with a light spicy flavor. The addition of oven-warm tomatoes and olives are so juicy with that little touch of lemon and thyme. We think that this would be a wonderful company dinner. It is on our healthy food “ make again” menu list.
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Superstar Broccoli Pancakes
Like a potato pancake, only better
About the Recipe: Being a lover of potato pancakes, it was easy to substitute that bright healthy broccoli as the main ingredients in this side dish recipe. The pancakes are flavored with fresh dill and laced with a little lemon and red chili paste. They are delicious topped with green onion yogurt. Thin slices of smoked salmon make a perfect pairing for dinner.
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“Make ‘em Your Way” Avocado Toast Topper
Perfect for any season
About the Recipe: This is a real fun recipe if you love putting an avocado on your toast. Mash the avocado with some lemon juice and season. Collect your favorite toppings and arrange over the avocado toast. We made some in Forest ‘n Fruit, Ocean Adventure, and Fresh Farm. We loved all of them. Go wild and create your own.
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Veggie-Go-Round Dinner Salad
Serve five different vegetables at one time
About the Recipe: The platter is filled with a wide assortment of vibrant
vegetables, coated with a light curry shallot butter sauce. This is a warm vegetable salad or perfect vegetarian main course. Everyone can enjoy their favorite veggie or a combination of flavors. It’s a perfect company dish like serving a garden of flavors on your table.
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How to be Healthy Inside and Out
Most of us realize that nutrition is important for health. If we have an unhealthy diet, it can damage our metabolism, cause a weight gain, hurt organs, our heart, and liver. But what about our skin?
Guess what? It seems that the best foods for a healthy diet will also promote healthy skin. So, a balanced healthy diet is the best choice.
Mayo Clinic’s Guidelines stress that proactive skin care can help keep your skin youthful and healthy. Check out these tips.
• Protect yourself from the sun – sunscreen, shade, wear protective clothing.
• Don’t smoke
• Treat your skin gently with daily cleansing with warm water, not hot and moisturize dry skin
• Eat a healthy diet and stay hydrated
• Manage stress – enough sleep, balance work/lifestyle
If you have a question, consult reliable information about skin care.
For More Information See:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/skin-care/art-20048237
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Swan Dermatology and Aesthetics
This month, we are happy to introduce you to Dr. Lori S. Swan, who will share her expertise in skin care and solving those age-old problems like acne, wrinkles, age spots, and moles.
Dr. Lori S. Swan is a dermatologist at Swan Dermatology & Aesthetic, one of the Midwest’s most respected, comprehensive skin care centers in Lafayette, Indiana. She has extensive training in diagnosing and treating diseases of the skin and performs cosmetic procedures,
She received her medical degree from Rush University Medical Center and has specialty expertise in about 11 various areas. Dr. Swan, a renowned, board certified dermatologist for over 20 years, gained the trust of more than 20,000 satisfied and returning patients. She received awards in Compassionate Doctor Recognition, On-Time Doctor Award, and Patients’ Choice Awards and was a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
For More Information See:
http://www.swandermatology.com/#about-section
https://www.vitals.com/doctors/Dr_Lori_Swan.html
http://www.swandermatology.com/
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Vegetarian’s Secret Chili
Add a touch of umami rich mushrooms
About the Recipe: The secret to the delicious flavor of this chili is the wide variety of vegetables added, umami mushrooms, and the different kinds of beans used. There are so many layers of flavor in this chili.
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Plant Power Vegetarian Dinner Salad
Antioxidants abound in this nutrient-rich salad
About the Recipe: This salad is nutrient dense with antioxidants, filled with lots of fruits and vegetables, and has added plant protein from the quinoa and hemp hearts. The unique roasted vegetables are lightly marinated in dressing, adding another layer of roasted flavor. This hearty vegetarian salad would make a delicious main-dish supper salad.
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Mediterranean Comfort Chicken Soup
It’s so good for the soul and spirit
About the Recipe: Some healthy soups are delicious, but this one is extra special! It’s warm, comforting, and the kind of soup you will want to make again and again. Every spoonful seems to have a different flavor blend, that energizes your spirit and warms your soul. It’s easy to make, and like many Mediterranean recipes, it uses lots of fresh vegetables.
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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Eye-catching appetizer filled with energizing, sweet pepper flavor
About the Recipe: Roasted red peppers flavor the hummus with a rich sweet pepper taste and can be served with pita chips, golden spice triangle crackers, or vegetables dippers.
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Farro Pilaf with Onions, Mushrooms, and Snap Peas
Use your Instant Pot to cook the farro perfectly
About the Recipe: Farro combines with vegetable stock flavors and is mixed with sautéed mushrooms, onions, and snap peas. A simple garnish of chopped parsley and pine nuts are sprinkled over the top of this side dish. Farro has a nutty flavor and complements the rich flavors of the mushroom mixture.
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Caramelized Seared Vegetable Ragu
Lightly charred for a deep rich flavor
About the Recipe: The sauce is richly flavored with the seared vegetables, tomato sauce, and red wine. As you add the layers of vegetables, it almost tastes like it was cooking for hours. Add the wide noodles that will cling to the robust flavor of the saucy Ragu.
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Roasted Rainbow Winter Vegetables
Slice, Place, and Bake for a delightful delicious vegetable dish
About the Recipe: Did you know that vegetables can taste different depending how they are sliced? The dish has thinly sliced vegetables, that twirl into a rainbow of stunning colors. Drizzled with a miso mustard mixture and sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese, it bakes into a delightful vegetable dish that’s filled with savory flavor and healthy goodness.
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Double Very Berry Chia Pudding
A sweet way to add fiber, calcium, magnesium and B vitamins
About the Recipe: The individual desserts can be served in layers of creamy chia pudding and cranberry filling and topped with fresh blueberries. The chia seeds are like tiny tapioca, covered with a pomegranate cranberry pudding. If desired, the cranberry filling can be swirled into the pudding for an easier preparation. This is a healthy dessert that is filled with flavor and unique textures.
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Strawberry Coconut Snowballs
Perfect natural sweet “macaroon” winter treat
About the Recipe: Are you ready for a sweet treat that tastes great and is made with healthy ingredients? These little strawberry coconut snowballs are filled with almond flavored oats and unsweetened coconut and rolled in a dazzling pink mixture of freeze ground strawberries and unsweetened coconut. It’s just what the doctor ordered – a little healthy sweet treat!
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