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Raise your hand if you’re always ordering the spiciest dish on a restaurant’s menu. Sure, your friends may look at you in horror while they munch on their, shall we say, bland dish? But spicy food lovers know the joy…
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Protein may be the Beyonce of nutrition. Composed of chain-forming molecules called amino acids, protein forms tissue, muscles, organs, enzymes, collagen, and many important hormones; in short, proteins are what make us who we are. Ironically, of the three macronutrients…
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While planning your next vacation, let your stomach be your guide. I love discovering different foodie scenes, and in a country as multicultural and diverse as ours, the options seem endless. Tasting the Caribbean’s best seasonings while lounging on an…
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Knobby and sometimes intimidating, ginger can fire up your diet and your central nervous system, boosting your metabolism by as much as 20 percent. Once peeled and grated, ginger also can easily be thrown into various sauces, glazes, and marinades:…
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In the age of organic, gluten-free, non-GMO, humanely-raised, locavore-approved food, the notion of “eating clean” can seem daunting. Balancing nutrient content with calorie content is hard enough alone. Factor in a modest grocery budget and concerns for the planet, and…
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It’s one of the most nutrient-dense, widely available, sustainable foods on the planet. So why do Americans only eat seaweed at the sushi bar? Among the sea veggie’s many benefits, a single serving packs in five times the daily requirement…
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Whether you’re a health-conscious fitness junkie, or adhering to a vegan lifestyle, zucchini noodles are a lifesaver. Zoodles (zucchini noodles) effectively cut carbs out of traditional pasta dishes and add a good source of protein instead. Zucchini and squash are…
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We get it. As much as you like the idea of cooking a fresh, homemade meal, after a busy day the very thought of setting foot in the supermarket, trying to decide what to make, and actually making said dinner…
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There’s nothing quite like a plate of heaping fried chicken. It’s the ultimate comfort food indulgence. In the South, fried chicken is religion and everyone has their favorite place or their favorite Aunt that they swear makes the best you’ve…
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Pizza, cookies, even waffles—these days it seems like everything and everyone is going gluten-free. It’s one of the health trends du jour with no signs of stopping anytime soon. Since 2009, the number of people going sans gluten has tripled…
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