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    A healthy diet and regular physical activity are essential to optimal health. The earlier people make lifestyle changes, the more likely they will lower their risk of heart disease and other health problems later in life. This Easy smoked salmon quiche with flatbread crust can be a part of your healthy diet. Healthy does not mean bland. I love this quiche because it is a delicious, healthy meal that is easy to prepare without worrying about making the dough for the base. I used store-bought flatbread instead of...

  Now that fall is in full swing, I love making the most of seasonal vegetables and fruits. Cooking with seasonal vegetables is of utmost importance to me as it benefits my health. We are in the midst of fall and its bounty of delicious and health-promoting root vegetables. Store at the market as often as possible to take full advantage of the freshness of the vegetables. And grow your fresh herbs in pots on your patio or windowsill. One of the staples of fall is pumpkin and butternut squash....

  This article is for you if you love coffee and can not live without it. If you struggle with hormone issues, this post is for you because I want to share my four secret ingredients that are the key to healthier and more hormone-friendly coffee. In other words, I want to reveal the unique ingredients that will transform your coffee into a healthy version without triggering any side effects. Remember, more beneficial coffee does not have to be boring. In the meantime, remember that we are all different,...

  The scorching weather today inspired me to create a light, nutritious and endo-friendly dish which is super easy to prepare, affordable, and refreshing.  This Mediterranean quinoa and bean salad is super delicious, packed with nutrients, gluten-free and vegan if you omit the feta cheese.  With quinoa, pinto beans, and fresh veggies, this salad is a nutritious and balanced meal that will nourish your body and healthily delight your taste buds.   It is a filling meal on its own.   Who is this Mediterranean quinoa and bean salad for?  Anyone committed...

  Are you looking for a refreshing and light meal that will cool you down on these hot summer days while providing your body with nutrients? Here is a simple recipe for broccoli & quinoa lettuce wrap that is easy to prepare, affordable, and nutritious. For me, broccoli and quinoa are those superfoods that have helped me keep endo at bay and get through menopause well over the years. I can call them my health heroes. I love wraps, and whenever possible, I avoid the carbs from tortillas by...

   I love summer for the wide variety of fruits I can enjoy.  My orchard is bursting with colors: cherries, sour cherries, and peaches.  I like to take a little walk through my orchard to treat myself to fresh, juicy fruits right off the tree.   This year I was blessed with lots of sour cherries. Some of them are already on my pantry shelves in the form of jam and compote. Some are in the freezers to bake this Healthy Sour Cherry Cake later in the year.  Sour cherries, also...

  Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious dessert that requires little preparation? I offer you this cheesecake with lemon and cherries, prepared without baking, which will healthily delight your taste buds.  You can enjoy this delicious cheesecake in the summer when cherries are in season or even in the winter when you have cherries in the freezer.   My cherry tree gifted me with lots of juicy cherries this year. After enjoying fresh cherries for a few weeks, I thought about a refreshing combination with cherries.   My gut...

    Minty oat milk sounds so fresh on a hot summer day. I chose mint for this recipe because it gives us the freshness we need on hot summer days.  Since oat milk thickens when heated, I prefer to let the mint leaves steep for a few hours or overnight so their oils can infuse into the milk. Crush the mint leaves by hand, pour over the oat milk, and let steep.  When it comes to using oat milk, my favorite recipes are smoothies and yummy drinks with...

What's the story behind this Fried Quinoa and Veggie bowl?   "The greatest wealth is health," - said Virgil, the Roman poet, more than 2000 years ago. This famous quote shows so much truth because we can achieve everything in life if we keep our health. Money is also essential, but how can we enjoy our lives and live to the fullest if our health is poor? Sometimes we take our health for granted, which is not the right approach. Healthy eating and an active lifestyle are the...

  I made a quiche without a crust to cut down on carbohydrates.   Even though this dish contained dairy, I was very picky. So I chose the best, keeping in mind that my endometriosis flares up when I eat dairy. The best means organic dairy products or goat dairy products when possible. With those choices, I can often indulge in yogurt and cheese without causing inflammation in my body.   This crustless quiche is part of my meatless menu. I am not vegan, but I try to replace meat...