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Thanksgiving Recipes That Cover ALL of the Bases

It’s November with Thanksgiving just around the corner. For many, it’s the Olympics of food, but you can have a delightful holiday meal without gorging and turning it into a total carb-fest. The centerpiece, of course, is the turkey, a source of high-quality lean protein; vitamin B12, which helps regulate mood; zinc, good for retina and eye health; niacin, good for healthy skin and nerve function and selenium, an antioxidant that helps with detoxification and thyroid health. Many people think the key to a delicious Thanksgiving meal is in the sides. I couldn’t agree more! Here’s a suggested Thanksgiving meal […]

RECIPES

Give Your Turkey Some Super Side Dishes

Thanksgiving is a very big deal around my house. I really love the sides at Thanksgiving dinner. That’s where you can get even more creative, so don’t let side dishes weigh you down. Who doesn’t love buttery mashed potatoes, but if you want to change it up a little with a healthier but just-as-tasty alternative, check out my mashed potato substitute! Bok Choy can bring some excitement back into the “green” portion of your meal, and my Tropical Yams kick up the flavor for sweet potatoes. For an added fall touch, I also recommend my Stuffed Sugar Pumpkins and Cranberry […]

HEALTH

The New Face of Alzheimer’s: Diet Plays Crucial Role

Alzheimer’s disease is associated with advanced memory loss and cognitive impairment, but an increasing number of individuals are being diagnosed in the early stages and are taking proactive steps to manage the condition. According to JohnsHopkinsMedicine.org: There are over 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s Disease with 3 million new cases diagnosed each year. Alzheimer’s is deadlier than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. The disease is most prevalent in women and Black Americans. 11 million Americans act as unpaid caregivers for a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. We now know that nutrition plays a crucial role in maintaining cognitive […]

ANTI-AGING

Turkey 3 Ways: Basic to International Flavors

Don’t you love Thanksgiving? It’s when the holiday season starts in earnest, yet there are no gifts to buy, no tree to trim, just a great meal with treasured friends and family. The Thanksgiving menu is by nature a healthy one—high in protein, low-calorie turkey, lots of FoodTrient-rich vegetables. Swap out butter-laden mashed potatoes for delicious whole grains, and you’ve made Thanksgiving dinner even better when it comes to reducing calories. Let’s Talk Turkey 101 Most experts agree that a hen turkey is better than a tom because they have smaller bones and more edible portions. Hens weigh less than […]

FOODTRIENTS COOKBOOKS

6 Awards for Grace O’s Latest Cookbook

Grace O’s Cookbook Wins 6 Awards! 28th Gourmand International Awards 2023: The Gourmand International 2023 Awards: Grace O attended the Gourmand International 2023 Awards ceremony in Umea, Sweden, with members of her FoodTrients team where the awards were presented. Grace and her team celebrated receiving the 2023 Gourmand award for the ‘Best in the World’ in the Health and Nutrition category for her cookbook, Anti-Aging Dishes from Around the World (Skyhorse/August 2022/Hardcover). Because this cookbook won a national award for Health and Nutrition, we were eligible to compete in the international competition for the ‘Best in the World’ award. Grace O is […]

WHAT’S NEW

We’re Giving Away Green Pan’s 3-In-1 Grill & Griddle

We’re Giving Away Green Pan’s 3-In-1, Smoke-Less Grill & Griddle Green Pan’s incredible Elite XL Smoke-Less Grill & Griddle was born to play many rolls. Whether you’re hungry for burgers, onions, eggs, bacon, hash browns, pancakes, omelets, and so much more, this grill is ready for action. Hold the phone! This beautiful appliance retails for $399, but one lucky FoodTrients newsletter subscriber will be the winner of this multi-talented grill and griddle. Have your friends sign up for the newsletter so they will have a chance to win, too. Subscribe to our newsletter for a chance to win the FoodTrients […]

BOOKS

Resilience: How To Deal With Life’s Tough Stuff

Happiness is not about wishful thinking, good luck, or avoiding negative thoughts. In fact, the only path to true happiness requires seeing challenges as opportunities and discovering emotional strength during times of struggle. In other words, it’s about resilience. Resilience is a quality most of us want to possess. The big issue is that no one knows how to access it in their day-to-day life. We understand that it’s important, that it’s crucial even, but it seems like an ephemeral thing that you either have or you don’t. How we actually attain the skills to become resilient has been left […]

VIDEOS

Sweet Potato and Jackfruit Delight

This exotic dessert is a beloved treat across Asia! Featuring jackfruit—one of the world’s largest and most antioxidant-rich tree fruits—it delivers a mild and tropical taste . You can discover this golden fresh fruit in specialty markets or conveniently canned at Asian grocers. Be sure to pick ripe jackfruit, glowing in a vibrant yellow. Combined with creamy coconut milk, known for its skin-hydrating and elasticity-boosting powers, and nutrient-packed sweet potatoes loaded with carotenoids and potassium, this dessert is as nourishing as it is delicious! SERVES 6-8 Ingredients ¼ cup tapioca 2 cups water 1 can (8 oz.) jackfruit, drained of […]

FOOD GUIDES

The Top 50 Foods To Help Fight Diabetes

Need help fighting diabetes? The good news is that diet plays a major role in positively affecting health outcomes with this disease. Think beyond the blood sugars when assessing dietary management of diabetes — fat, fiber, and nutrients play a role in diabetes, cardiovascular and kidney health. While November is American Diabetes Month, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) hopes Americans will rally all year long behind the fight to end diabetes. According to the ADA, there are currently over 38 million Americans with diabetes. Nearly 98 million people in the U.S. have prediabetes. In the last 20 years, the number […]

Grace O’s passion for discovering age-defying superfoods from around the world and creating delicious recipes with them is the driving force behind FoodTrients. From everyday favorites to more exotic ingredients, these nutrients can help Lower Inflammation, Boost Immunity, Improve Skin, Detoxify, and Promote Longevity. Read more

FOODTRIENTS
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I’ve identified 9 categories of FoodTrients that are essential to aging better. These benefit icons, included with each of my recipes, show how specific foods help fight disease, improve your skin and mind, support immunity and gut health, increase energy and vitality, and more. Just click on each of the icons to find the recipes and articles about these benefits.
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