Naturally Healthy Eating Blog

Jan 6, My Fitday Review

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:34:46 GMT

Fitday My personal review of this online weight loss tool. It offers a food journal, activity journal, and abundant reports and graphs.

Jan 2, Comfort Foods to Nurture and Nourish

Fri, 02 Jan 2009 16:19:23 GMT

There are days when only comfort foods will do. You dont have to abandon your healthy-eating values to be comforted. Try this delicious mushroom and walnut gravy over toast dish.

Dec 31, New Year's Black-Eyed Peas

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:58:58 GMT

A dish of New Year's Black-eyed Peas and Greens: Some folks believe that eating a dish of black-eyed peas on New Year's will bring luck and

Dec 31, Black-eyed Peas for a Prosperous New Year

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:17:19 GMT

Eat black-eyed peas for good luck in the New Year. Add greens for prosperity and grain for abundance.

Dec 29, Vitamin N from Mother Nature

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 21:05:39 GMT

Does vitamin N exist in nature? Perhaps not the way you might think. When your spirit needs a lift, head to the outdoors for some natural nutrition.

Dec 26, Healthy Diet Plans Online

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 19:00:34 GMT

Online fitness and diet plans to lose weight and get healthy. Find diet and exercise articles, tools, motivation tips, support groups, and calorie counters.

Dec 26, Dangers of Stevia Are They Real?

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 14:22:11 GMT

The dangers of stevia are not certain. The plant has been used safely for years by Indians in Paraguay. However, an isolated substance of stevia is soon to be an ingredient in soft drinks.

Dec 22, Naturally Healthy Eating, Resources for Health and Wellness

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 19:17:09 GMT

Information, recipes and motivation tips about healthy eating for you and your family. Learn how to eat nutritiously when eating out, about juicing, fasting, and the new food pyramid.

Dec 22, Find Vegetarian Recipes

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 18:56:21 GMT

Vegetarian recipes index by ingredients. A page to help you find delicious, simple, plant-based recipes to enhance your health.

Dec 17, Share Your Vegan Holiday Recipe

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 14:37:47 GMT

Share your vegetarian holiday recipe. You might inspire someone else to avoid a meat-based dish by trying a plant-based recipe this season. Imagine a non-vegetarian's pleasant surprise at how tasty vegan food can be. Visit this page in my website and scroll down the page to the place where you can enter your recipe and/or your holiday story as a vegetarian/vegan. You can also enter a picture if you have one. You'll find my own recipe entry on the page for delicious vegan bread stuffing/dressing. You can eat it as is or stuff it in a squash for a wonderful entree. Thank you for your generosity and time in sharing your favorite recipe with the world.

Dec 15, Cinnamon Oil Benefits and Uses

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 19:33:55 GMT

Cinnamon oil offers a wealth of health and culinary benefits. This high ORAC rated essential oil has antiseptic, analgesic, aphrodisiac and tonic properties.

Dec 15, Healthy Family Eating Information

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:41:49 GMT

Enjoy healthy family eating habits! Don't let your child be a victim of childhood obesity. Help seniors enjoy vibrant health.

Dec 14, Funeral Food and Healthy Eating

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 15:36:03 GMT

Funeral food may not be the healthiest, especially for a vegetarian, but it is prepared and offered with love and kindness.

Dec 12, Honey and Cinnamon 10 Sweet Benefits

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 18:31:33 GMT

Benefits of honey and cinnamon. 10 natural remedies for a healthier heart, toothache relief, weight loss, and a stronger immune system.

Dec 2, Stevia - Is it Good or Bad?

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:03:44 GMT

Stevia is in the news. Yesterday I began preparing an article on it, and today on Good Morning America I heard a report that the FDA has tentatively allowed its use in the US. In the meantime, before I could complete the article I received bad news about the health of a relative, so completion of the article will be postponed for a day or two. I know that a lot of people swear by Stevia and that it's been used in other countries, like Paraguay (as I heard on the news), for years and years. But the Center for Science in the Public Interest has some concerns about its safety. One thing that struck me is... I bet in Paraguay they use small amounts of the whole plant. In the US, it's refined and converted into something white and powdery that can be added to sweeten soft drinks. You know that Americans will be using large amounts of it (as a highly processed substance), as opposed to the people in South America who likely use it in its unrefined state. Stay tuned... I'll be writing a more complete article on this in the next few days.

Nov 28, Thanksgiving Dinner Leftovers

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 20:28:40 GMT

I love Thanksgiving leftovers. I always prepare too much of everything and there's yummy food remaining for another meal or two. Yesterday's dinner was very simple yet delicious. Here's the menu:

Kabocha pumpkin stuffed with vegan bread dressing
Gravy made with garbanzo beans
Broccoli salad

I hope everyone had a happy Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends... and delicious, healthy leftovers providing nourishment for another day or two. If you have a vegetarian recipe to share, especially one that comes with a story, I'd be happy to post it for you on the site. Click here to be taken to a page where you can find another tasty recipe and upload your own.

Nov 26, Yummy Broccoli Salad Recipe

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:57:47 GMT

A broccoli salad recipe that is easy, delicious and nutritious. Prepare it for your holiday table or an everyday meal.

Nov 25, The Grapefruit Diet What Is it?

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:10:28 GMT

Is the grapefruit diet worth considering? Seven good reasons to eat grapefruit.

Nov 24, The Diabetes and Diet Relationship

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:05:46 GMT

Diabetes and diet Is there a connection? Inadequate nutrition lays the groundwork for this disease. American diet leads to degenerative disease and obesity. Learn how to eat properly for health.

Nov 22, Your Vegetarian Holiday Healthy Recipes

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 23:08:33 GMT

Share your vegetarian holiday healthy recipes. How to survive family gatherings when youre the only vegetarian. Delicious vegan holiday recipes to serve your family and friends.

Nov 20, Aspartame Will it Make You Healthier?

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:48:01 GMT

Aspartame Is it a necessary or healthy food additive? List of products containing it. Research and safety issues about this excitotoxin.

Nov 19, Eat Foods High in Fiber for Optimum Health

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:09:40 GMT

Foods high in fiber should be included in your daily diet. Why? How much do you need? High fiber food list.

Nov 17, Orange Oil Benefits and Uses

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 20:49:33 GMT

Orange oil has a rich fragrance and a lively flavor. The essential oil offers calming, peace, and happiness.

Nov 14, The Benefits of Oregano Oil

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 15:55:27 GMT

Oregano oil is an immune-enhancing substance that is antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial. The pure essential oil can also be used in cooking to enhance flavor.

Nov 13, High Fiber Foods are Necessary for Good Health

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:26:12 GMT

High fiber foods 7 reasons you must include them in your healthy diet. Help prevent heart disease, cancer, obesity, and diabetes.

Nov 12, Hypoglycemia Diet - What's the Best?

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 19:30:40 GMT

A hypoglycemia diet can help control low blood sugar symptoms. Causes. What to eat. The experts dont always agree.

Nov 11, A Heart Diet to Love

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 16:47:22 GMT

Heart diet is plant based. You can protect yourself from heart attacks and strokes by following a healthy eating program.

Nov 11, Low Fat Eating for Health

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:25:30 GMT

Adopt a low fat eating plan for optimum health. Learn how this will prevent and reverse disease.

Nov 10, Healthy Diets are Simply the Best

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:25:00 GMT

Healthy diets are the prescription for easy weight loss. Learn how simple, inexpensive, and good for you they are.

Nov 7, A Gluten Free Diet Why?

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 18:05:08 GMT

A gluten free diet 10 points of interest. Celiac disease, sprue, digestive disorders, dermatitis. Autism? What can and cant be consumed in order to regain health.

Nov 6, Wholesome Healthy Recipes

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 21:03:02 GMT

Do you want to prepare healthy recipes? Discover ideas for tasty menu items for breakfast, lunch or dinner, as well as food preparation resources.

Nov 6, Healthy Eating Guidelines to Prevent Disease

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 15:26:12 GMT

Healthy eating guidelines for staying healthy. You dont have to be at the mercy of DNA. Eat properly for a strong immune system and keep disease from manifesting.

Nov 5, Childhood Obesity Causes and Prevention

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 16:44:20 GMT

The reasons for childhood obesity are many. Discover how to save your child from a lifetime of poor health by setting a good example.

Nov 5, Natural Weight Loss is Best

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 16:26:40 GMT

Is natural weight loss your goal? Satisfying, filling and nutritious foods will enable you to lose weight and gain health without feeling deprived.

Nov 3, What is a vegan lifestyle?

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 21:20:35 GMT

Vegan lifestyle How it differs from simple vegetarianism. What about leather, silk and honey? There are substitutes for

Nov 3, Vegetarianism, the Right Choice

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 21:12:31 GMT

Vegetarianism is good for you and the planet. Learn why people choose to stop eating animals and why it's good for the environment and your health.

Nov 3, The Advantages of Organic Food - True for Animal Products?

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 21:03:42 GMT

The advantages of organic food are obvious, arent they? Are you better off eating organic meat or non organic vegetables?

Oct 30, Losing Weight for Optimum Health

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 20:24:44 GMT

Losing weight is natural and easy on a healthful diet. Nutritious food is the key to becoming thin and staying healthy.

Oct 30, Apple Cider Vinegar 10 Uses

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 20:17:55 GMT

Apple cider vinegar 10 reasons people use it. Home remedies for weight loss, acne, itching, high blood pressure, morning sickness, as well as getting rid of unpleasant odors in your refrigerator.

Oct 29, Fast Weight Loss Musings

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 17:03:16 GMT

Is fast weight loss a healthy approach? Its possible under supervision. People want instant results. The slow and steady program is best.

Oct 28, A Healthy Diet Recipe to Make in Your Blender

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 20:29:55 GMT

A healthy diet recipe that tastes good. This fruit and vegetable smoothie is creamy, sweet, filling, and satisfying. Blend it up for your health.

Oct 27, A Healthy Hummus Recipe

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 16:44:31 GMT

A hummus recipe thats delicious, quick and easy to make. Versatile garbanzos are nutritious legumes containing folate, iron, zinc, vitamin B6 and magnesium.

Oct 24, Buy Health and Wellness Products

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 19:00:00 GMT

Shop for health and wellness products including NingXia Red wolfberry drink, BarleyMax, CarrotJuiceMax, wolfberries, and other items to support your natural health.

Oct 24, Try Eating Naturally for True Vitality

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 17:43:36 GMT

Eating naturally is all about whole foods. Save money, become healthier, and eat delicious real food rather than manufactured food products.

Oct 22, Vitamix for Healthy Eating

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 19:14:44 GMT

Vitamix makes healthy whole food meals easy to prepare. Prepare juice, cook soup, grind grain for bread, and make frozen treats.

Oct 22, Interesting Reishi Mushroom Facts

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:41:28 GMT

Reishi mushroom health benefits. Where it grows, how to consume, possible side effects, and a tea recipe.

Oct 21, Practice Healthy Eating Tips to Stay Disease Free

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 14:48:48 GMT

Healthy eating tips for a strong immune system. Easy steps to help your bodys amazing defense system keep you well.

Oct 20, Egg Substitutes in the Pantry

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 13:40:32 GMT

Egg substitutes are easy to find. Check your kitchen for replacements like flaxseeds, tofu, applesauce, and prunes.

Oct 15, Love and Health are Intertwined

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:45:09 GMT

Love and health go hand in hand. Care for yourself enough to feed your body nutritious food.

Oct 14, Healthy Carrot-Banana Smoothie

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 21:29:12 GMT

It's fall in the mountains of Western North Carolina, but it feels like summer during the daytime with temperatures hovering around 80 degrees Fahrenheit. I wanted something cool and sweet for lunch today so I made a smoothie that turned out tasting somewhat like fall. There was something about the combination of ingredients and the color that made this drink taste like pumpkin and Thanksgiving. If I'd added some cinnamon, it would have enhanced that taste sensation. Try it and see what you think. Blend the following in a powerful blender, or chop the carrot and prunes and blend for a longish time to get a smooth and creamy drink. Carrot-Banana Smoothie

1 banana
1 carrot, medium
3 prunes
1 teaspoon BarleyMax
1 tablespoon sunflower seeds
1 cup water
3-4 ice cubes

Enjoy!