Author: gabriela

Posted at 8 October, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Lifestyle, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas, Wellbeing by

  Today we are talking about the apple, perhaps the most popular fruit on the planet. Walnuts and apples are in season right now. This powerful combination of antioxidants reminds me of my late grandmother, who always had nuts and apples for snacks during the winter months. That was my first lesson in healthy snacking and how to take advantage of the healthy treats in season. I was only five years old at the time, and the memory is still vivid. I still remember my mother, bless her...

Posted at 7 October, 2021 in Gluten-free, Gluten-free desserts, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, No refined sugar, Weight loss ideas by

  I like to call October the crisp month because the orchards are full of apples and harvest time. My apple trees have been very generous this year as they have gifted me with beautiful, juicy, crisp apples. These goodies have put me in a baking mood and activated my taste buds accordingly. The recipe I created is easy to prepare, gluten-free, and combines all the health benefits of apples, walnuts, and oats. It's incredible how healthy a simple apple can be! For this reason, I will go into...

Posted at 5 October, 2021 in Healthy Recipes, Wellbeing by

  Since it is already October, the frost could come at any time in the next few days. My tomato plants are outside, and the chance of them ripening is slim. So how can you make the most of all these green beauties? Well, when your tomatoes reach their full size, you can pickle them, and your gut will thank you. Green tomatoes are what I call the late-season red tomatoes that have not yet ripened as the temperatures have cooled. They have a firmer texture and...

Posted at 29 September, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas by

  This weekend I had a get-together with friends. We always have an excellent barbecue, no matter what the weather. Our stars on the grill were colorful, delicious vegetable skewers and fish. We enjoyed our time together and spiced up our gathering with some charming Greek music. After this delicious feast, all that was left was a large grilled fish. The portion was enough for two people. I always use leftovers to make a nutritious lunch or dinner. Using leftovers is a great way to save money and...

Posted at 27 September, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Weight loss ideas by

    For some people, September means back to school and work. For those who want to maintain a healthy lifestyle, packing a healthy lunch can be quite a challenge because we need variety and nutrient-dense meals. When it comes to packed lunches, I make sure they are affordable, nutritious, weight preserving, and easy to prepare. These days, more and more people are allergic to gluten. My brother did not have this gluten allergy until three years ago. When I created this mushroom cake, I thought of him and...

Posted at 16 September, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Weight loss ideas by

Zucchini patties     These zucchini patties are easy to make, incredibly delicious, and perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or meal on their own. They are a lunch staple in our house, especially in the summer when they are in season. And a great healthy choice for the lunchbox. I used about three medium zucchini, but you can double the recipe if you want to save more zucchini patties for later or for your lunchbox. Ingredients for my zucchini patties:   If you are trying zucchini for the first time, add...

Posted at 14 September, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, My Journey, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas by

  This time of year is full of fresh, delicious, and colorful vegetables. It's my favorite time of year because I am eating more vegans and enjoying these wonderful seasonal vegetables. My homegrown red peppers are looking glorious. So I thought I'd grill some of them and whip up a delicious vegan stew with lentils and grilled red peppers as the main ingredients.     Since it's still the perfect time to grill, I made a big batch of red peppers outside on the grill. I used some for the...

Posted at 5 September, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Weight loss ideas by

I love this time of year with all the colorful and fresh vegetables we can harvest from our garden or buy from local farmers. It's a real boon to our health and our taste buds. This summer, I was blessed with many fresh eggplants straight from the garden. So, I could not resist making my favorite smoky eggplant dip. The secret to this delicious eggplant dip is to cook the eggplant on the grill. Another option is to cook them over an open flame on your...

Posted at 3 September, 2021 in Gluten-free, Healthy Recipes, Menopause, Vegan meals, Weight loss ideas by

    For this Mediterranean bean salad, you'll need simple, inexpensive, fresh ingredients and combine the delicious flavors of summer for a perfect summer dish. The perfect blend of herbs and spices adds just the right amount of flavor to this dish. Feel free to play around with the spices, vegetables, and ingredients you have in your kitchen. You'll love this bean salad: crunchy, colorful, protein-packed, high in fiber, and nutritious. Inexpensive and versatile, this bean salad is the perfect choice for a healthy, nutritious lunch. This Mediterranean...

Posted at 17 August, 2021 in Healthy Lifestyle, Wellbeing by

Since summer is tomato season, I thought of writing a post about this beautiful fruit. Whether fresh, roasted, stewed, or canned, tomatoes are an essential ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine and therefore in the Mediterranean diet. Many Mediterranean recipes use tomato sauce, tomato paste, or fresh tomatoes. Studies have linked the Mediterranean diet to lower death rates from heart disease and cancer. I will not talk about the health benefits of adding tomatoes to your diet,  as you can find much of this information by googling on the...