I love pumpkin seeds! I usually buy them from my local grocery store. I always buy raw pumpkin seeds because they are higher in nutritional benefits than roasted pumpkin seeds. You can eat pumpkin seeds in many ways. I prefer pumpkin seeds as a snack only after soaking and dehydrating. What are Pumpkin Seeds? Pumpkin seeds are seeds that are inside the pumpkin. Pumpkin … [Read more...] about Nutritional Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds
Recipes
How to Make Light and Tasty Quinoa with a Mexican Twist
Here is a recipe from Vegan in 30 Days. This quinoa recipe is full of flavor. You learned that quinoa is an ancient grain in Healthy Grains You Should Eat. Quinoa is a good choice for those of you who eat a predominately plant-based diet because it is a complete protein. Try this recipe and add your own spin on it. A few items you can add to this recipe is: Sprinkle with … [Read more...] about How to Make Light and Tasty Quinoa with a Mexican Twist
Millet is Not Just for the Birds: It is Good for You Too
Are you afraid of trying different foods? I was afraid and non-adventurous, but not anymore. Each time I venture to the Dekalb Farmers Market: A World International Market, I make it a habit of purchasing something that I have never tried. Trying new food is fun. It is not only fun, but the nutritional benefits from these new foods are quite amazing. I never knew that so … [Read more...] about Millet is Not Just for the Birds: It is Good for You Too
Healthy Ancient Grains You Should Eat
While grocery shopping, my eyes caught a glimpse of a box of cereal that was on sale. The brand of cereal especially caught my eye because the company also makes herbal teas. After reading the label, I purchased a box of Walnut Spice Crunch - All Natural Cereal by Yogi. Warning to Vegans This cereal has honey in it and I did not discover this until now. Will I throw it out … [Read more...] about Healthy Ancient Grains You Should Eat
How to Make a Vegan Lasagna
I don't know anyone who doesn't enjoy some good lasagna. My husband enjoyed the first one I made and he requested it again. Side note: He's not a vegan or vegetarian. This awesome lasagna is the main star for our Thanksgiving dinner. If you are looking for a good vegan lasagna, then you should definitely try this vegan lasagna. It is so flavorful and fun to make. I got … [Read more...] about How to Make a Vegan Lasagna
Raw Stuffed Tomatoes
If you are transitioning to eating more raw foods, then you need to give this delicious Raw Stuffed Tomato with Pumpkin Seed Pate a try. I enjoyed this and will prepare it again. The stuffing reminded me of the taste of ham, but without all the bad stuff. This recipe was obtained from Hallelujah Acres. There are however, a few changes that I made. … [Read more...] about Raw Stuffed Tomatoes