309 results found for: IMMUNITY BOOSTER

Published by Grace O

Caramelized Onions

Caramelized onions are wonderful with just about any beef dish. They can go on top of burgers, into beef stroganoff, or used for French onion soup. These onions can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for about a week. I add them to my American Steakhouse Potatoes. Benefits Onions are good at supporting the immune system.  Yields about ¾ cup Ingredients 1 sweet onion (Maui or Vidalia), sliced into thin rings 2 Tbs. butter ¼ tsp. Himalayan salt Freshly ground black pepper to taste Scant ¼ cup Sherry wine (I prefer Harvey’s Bristol Cream)   Procedure Preheat the […]

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This Berry Salad Is Colorful AND Refreshing

Aztec Berry Salad With Chia Dressing The Aztecs recorded using chia seeds as far back as 1540. This colorful and refreshing salad is perfect for summer afternoons and evenings. Serve this salad as a starter, side dish, or light summer meal. Benefits: Chia seeds provide energy in the form of healthy fats (including anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids) and plant-based protein. Fresh, seasonal berries provide a concentrated source of beneficial antioxidants such as vitamin C and anthocyanins, which improve capillary function in the brain, eyes, and skin. SERVES 4 Ingredients For the salad 2 cups (packed) roughly chopped baby spinach 1 […]

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Building a Strong Body with the Right Foods

Discover the Key to Building a Strong Body with the Right Foods In a groundbreaking revelation, renowned nutrition expert and founder of FoodTrients, Grace O shares the ultimate guide to achieving a strong and healthy body through the power of nutrition. Whether you are young or old, male or female, the secret to maintaining robust bones and muscles lies in the foods you eat. Grace O’s latest insights offer a delicious and versatile approach to nutrition that caters to omnivores, vegetarians, and vegans alike. The Foundation of Strength: Protein-Rich Foods To maintain and build muscle, the average person should consume […]

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Published by FoodTrients

Mark Alyn Cooks with FoodTrients: Aztec Berry Salad

About Learn to make easy, tasty, healthy dishes with Mark Alyn and his guest chefs. The program is designed for singles and couples of all ages, who dine on fast food and take out. If you’re divorced, widowed, or empty nesters, you’ll have fun exploring food trends from around the world. Did you know your kitchen is not for stacking empty pizza boxes? Celebrate food and elevate your palate with exciting food that will tingle your taste buds and amaze your family and friends. From vegan to ethnic foods, mild to spicy, Mark Alyn Cooks Your Dinner serves up food […]

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Published by Grace O

Summer Produce Brings a Bounty of Recipes

Let’s just start by saying that in summer, just about ALL fruits and vegetables are at their peak. With all the rain we had in California last winter, the quality of the local produce is more spectacular than usual. The summer months are the best time of year for enjoying produce prepared in the simplest methods. These fruits and vegetables are not only refreshing and delicious during hot summer days but also often have high water content, which can help keep you hydrated. Remember to choose fresh, locally sourced produce whenever possible for the best flavor and nutritional value. Tomato […]

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Published by Grace O

Summertime Is Tops for Tasty Tomatoes

When I was in Italy not long ago, the tomatoes were so incredibly fresh and sweet, that I looked forward to finding tomatoes like that at home in Los Angeles. Now that it’s summer, it’s the perfect time to look for tomatoes at local farmers markets to see what’s organic, fresh and in season. I am always drawn to the variety of tomatoes that are available in the summer. The flavor is nothing like those pale, sad things you see in the supermarket in February. During the summer I’m inspired to use tomatoes in just about everything from appetizers and […]

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Published by Grace O

Fight Allergies with Apple Barley Salad!

When pollen is flying through the air on a summer breeze, foods that reduce allergy symptoms can be a lifesaver. I immediately head to my kitchen to make my Apple Barley Salad. Eating specific compounds—such as the FoodTrients omega-3 fatty acids, curcumin, gingerol, oleuropein, and quercitin, as well as probiotics—go a long way toward reducing the swelling of nasal passages and the production of antihistamines. The old adage about an apple a day is really true for allergy sufferers. Apples contain quercitin, which supports the immune system, reduces inflammation, and may reduce allergic sensitivity. Quercitin is found not only in […]

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Published by Grace O

It’s the Summertime Blues when Blueberries Rock!

When it comes to a small but mighty summer fruit, it’s hard to beat blueberries. Is there anything more simple and delicious? You can eat them plain by the handful or add them to smoothies, yogurt, whole-grain cereals, pancakes, desserts, you name it. Growing up in the Philippines, we had blueberries, but they were a rare treat, so I appreciate the abundance of fresh berries available here in California. Native to North America and now cultivated widely in Chile and New Zealand as well, blueberries are an undisputed “superfood.” They are high on any list of foods that do so […]

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Mexican-Inspired Grilled Chicken

  Summertime Grilled Chicken This Mexican-inspired dish just screams dellicious! The chicken is marinated in my Honey-Lime Dressing, grilled, and paired with my refreshing Strawberry-Avocado Relish for an immunity boost, a dose of antioxidants, and detoxifying support. Serve it with corn on the cob or tortillas. SERVES 2 Ingredients 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 recipe Honey-Lime Dressing 1 recipe Strawberry-Avocado Relish Procedure 1. Marinate the chicken breasts in the Honey-Lime Dressing in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours. The easiest way to ensure that the marinade coats the chicken evenly is to put both in a resealable plastic […]

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Published by Life Extension

Superfoods: The Raw Power of Strawberries

It’s common knowledge that certain berries are nutrition powerhouses, but when it comes to fighting a vast array of diseases and health problems, few berries stack up to the strawberry in terms of sheer health potency. From combating inflammation and controlling diabetes, to protecting cognitive function and improving heart health, strawberries can bolster your body’s health in countless ways. An in vitro cell study using an extract from strawberry leaves on leukemia cells found significant cancer-killing activity, while freezing-dried strawberries slowed the growth of two varieties of cervical cancer cells grown in culture. Strawberries’ Story Strawberries are one of the […]

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