Fat-Fighting Foods Series: Beans
For those of you who missed the start of our fat-fighting foods series, this is the second post for my list of foods which help you do that exactly: fight fat.
A Whole Lotta Peanuts
Peanuts are always a hit in bars, baseball games, parties, as regular snacks and in peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. They are not actually a member of the nuts family – instead, they are considered as tasty legumes.
Plant Some Rosemary And Harvest Its Health Benefits
Rosemary may not be the ‘star’ or the main ingredient in the lamb, chicken, pork, or fish dishes that we enjoy – but this herb definitely plays a big role in the taste and the health department. The thing that I like about rosemary is the smell and the flavor that it brings to food. I’m not much of a cook so I cannot share with you my favorite rosemary recipe – but what I can tell you about is the health benefits of this oh-so-fragrant herb.
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Snack On Some Sunflower Seeds
Sunflower seeds make for a wonderful snack and they can be enjoyed just like your regular bowl of roasted peanuts. These seeds are an excellent source of vitamins B5, B1 and E. They are also rich in magnesium, manganese, copper, trytophan, selenium, phosphorous and folate.
Sweet Potatoes Are An Enjoyable, Healthy Treat
The only time that you probably see sweet potatoes on your table is during Thanksgiving, when your mom or grandmother cooks yams for dinner. These delicious vegetables, however, should be a year-round treat because of all the nutrition that you will get from them.
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The Medicinal Effects Of Onions
I actually cannot think of an Asian dish which does not start out with sautéing garlic and onions. These two spices are a kitchen staple, and most of us are aware of the health benefits of garlic – but what about onions?
The Exotic Flavor Of Shitake Mushrooms
Portabella, shitake, enoki, oyster and chanterelle are just some of the varieties of wild mushrooms. Some of us may only be familiar with the white, button variety which can be bought in cans – but there is an entire, flavorful world of wild mushrooms out there.
Buckwheat, Part Of The Good Grains Group
A lot of people mistake buckwheat as a part of the oats family, but it is actually a fruit grain. Buckwheat has triangular seeds – which are more similar to edible sunflower seeds than cereals.
Squash Those Colds Away
If you think that a healthy dose of citrus-y fruits are the only natural cold remedies available, think again. Oddly enough, squash – which is a member of the hard gourd veggie family – is ideal for beating the common cold, especially during the winter season.
What Are Collard Greens And How Healthy Are They?
Collard greens are a staple food of the south and to those who are not familiar with this vegetable, they are actually part of the cabbage family which includes kale and mustard greens. Collard greens have light-colored leaves which have a mild yet smoky flavor.
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