Eat

How do we break the epidemic of obesity and disease plaguing the Western world or countries of affluence? That is a very heavy question that could easily incite a heated debate. Various scientists and medical professionals could weigh in with studies that focus on the whole food plant-based diet as promoted in The China Study written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD, and Thomas M. Campbell II and others that subscribe to more moderate diets that favor animal-based protein.

There are some people who don’t like pasta. Today’s recipe is for the other 95% of you. With so many options to choose from (wheat, gluten-free, quinoa, chickpea, einkorn), it’s no wonder so many of us still find a place in our hearts—and stomachs—for noodles.

This twist on lasagna has become a staple in my house, no matter the season. Due to this recipe alone—though zucchini bread is always a hit, too—we have planned extra zucchini into our garden space.

Picture this: you’ve had a beautiful day at the beach. The weather was glorious, and the company was lovely too. In fact, it was all so great that you spent a little more time in the sun than you perhaps should have. What to do to restore your body after your fun in the sun? Today’s watermelon salad with cucumber is a great place to start.

Recently, Dr. Andrew Weil published an article talking about the effects of spirulina. I’ve talked about it before, and for good reason: spirulina has a wide array of health benefits, containing vitamins A, K, B12, and contains more protein per gram than red meat.

Exploring our ancestors’ use of natural remedies is a fine way to rediscover the forgotten traditional uses for several herbal combinations and tonics.

Sometimes falling in love with food is about rediscovering what’s right in front of you. Because tomatoes are everywhere all year round—in varying quality—it’s easy to forget just how amazing they can be. Summer, when tomatoes are at the height of flavor and many gardens are overflowing with them, is the time to enjoy them. In season they require very little prep to add something special to your table.

When the heat starts to mount, we all crave more fresh food, and recipes that don’t require a stove suddenly seem like a very good idea. Whether you’re making food for a party or eating solo at home on a warm day, today’s recipe is going to make you very happy.

Ever had one of those days when you want dessert but you don’t want junk food? In those moments, a homemade, healthy-ish dessert would satisfy you, but you might not have a lot of time. Today’s coconut rice pudding is the easy solution to this conundrum. Warm and comforting, but requiring just 30 mostly unattended minutes in the kitchen, it’s a great treat to have after a long day. Oh, and if you want your dessert to be vegan, this recipe still qualifies.

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