RPO is loaded with potent forms of Vitamin E, easily-absorbed Vitamin A, and it burns quickly, for instant energy. On the down side, it tastes a bit funny. A great “diet food”, ha!
Red Palm Oil for Health (Tho Not So Tasty)
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Quinoa Spring Rolls w/Rice Wrapper: Hi Protein, Gluten-Free!
A refreshing appetizer or party food, this even healthier version of a Vietnamese favorite uses quinoa to add whole grain goodness. So it’s gluten-free, and can be served to vegans, too. Traditional Vietnamese spring roll wrappers (made from rice flour) might only be found at international markets, or online at Amazon, but can be a…
Oils- Which Are Healthy? (+ 5 Great Things About Olive Oil)
Confused about healthy oils? Grapeseed Oil is good. Rapeseed oil (from a mustard-type plant), not so good. Rapeseed got genetically modified (into “Canola Oil”). But olive oil’s awesome!
Whole Foods: How to Cook Millet (A Good Sub for Couscous)
Find millet at health food stores- it can add crunch to breads and cookies, or cook it like brown rice- 45 min. in double the water. Like couscous, only whole-grain and full of extra minerals and nutrition.
Chili, Meaty Traditional Style w/Kidney Beans
Chili can be a fun dish for a crowd, as guests can add their own favorite toppings (cheese, chopped jalapenos, cilantro and such). This recipe includes directions for making chili powder, as many store-bought mixes contain MSG and other questionable additives. One might even leave the meat and cheese out of this recipe, to make…
Coconut Bark W/Cacao Nibs: A Healthy Snack, & MCTs for Fuel
Rich with raw cacao nibs, this nourishing snack satisfies the chocoholic seeking health. The coconut oil (or cream) used in this is also rich in MCTs (medium-chain-triglycerides), which are a great fuel for the brain. Use virgin coconut oil or other fine products from specialty and health food stores: “coconut cream concentrate”, “coconut spread” or…
Coconut Date Shake: No Juice Or Extra Sugars (All Natural!)
The perfect meal for staying healthy on-the-go: A Hawaiian style smoothie with no processed juice. Add extra protein if preferred, for a “protein shake”, but this already has protein from the cashews. With the nuts and the coconut cream (or virgin coconut oil), this can be a “meal replacement drink” full of healthy oils and…
Hawaiian Rice Salad
What am I bringing to the 4th of July potluck? I suppose I better bring this- I know its the hostess’s favorite! Oh yay- it will even provide “resistant starch”, a prebiotic that helps us to have a healthy gut. (Healthy gut, happy life, isn’t that how the saying goes?!)
Chocolate Truffles (W Coconut Oil or Red Palm Oil)- Healthy!
These chocolate truffles can be a welcome afternoon treat that keeps the metabolism going, or a healthy dessert to satisfy chocolate cravings. I’ve tried making them with both coconut oil, and red palm oil. The latter is a unique, stronger flavor that might best be recommended only to the “hard-core”. Coconut palm sugar can be…
Curried Carrot Soup w/Coconut Milk and Potatoes- Gluten-free!
This easy gluten-free soup uses coconut cream and curry powder. A non-dairy soup, perfect for vegans. A garnish of parsley adds contrast; grilled carrots add texture. Makes 6 servings or so. INGREDIENTS 2 lb. carrots, peeled, sliced into discs 2 lb. potatoes, peeled, cubed 1/4 c. coconut cream (or 1/2 c. coconut milk) 2 TBS. curry…
