Vegan Chocolate Cake

Vegan Chocolate Cake

No Butter, no Eggs, no Milk! I found this recipe for vegan chocolate cake on internet and prepared it myself (however, my own version is without the topping). I am not vegetarian, but always looking for easy and low fat / low calorie recipes, without a lot of fresh ingredients out of the fridge. All you’ll need is flour, cocoa powder, sugar and a little bit of vegetable oil and water, plus baking soda and vinegar. Surprisingly simple!…

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Your Next Favourite Hearty Summer Dish

Your Next Favourite Hearty Summer Dish

Full of peas and beans, this salad is a real refreshing plate. It’s terrific with grilled summer foods, such as organic burgers or vegetarian sausage. This organic chickpea and black-eyed pea salad is great for those summer days that are just too hot to cook. You know, those days that are so hot you say, “Don’t even look at the stove!” Although this salad is delicious as a side dish, it’s so hearty that it…

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All about Omega-3 and the Healthiest Foods in the World

All about Omega-3 and the Healthiest Foods in the World

The Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids Taking omega-3 fatty acids appeared to lower inflammation and guard against further declines in heart function among recent heart attack survivors already receiving optimal standard care, according to results from a randomized, controlled trial to be presented at the American College of Cardiology’s 64th Annual Scientific Session in San Diego. Patients in the study taking 4 grams of prescription-only omega-3 fatty acid capsules daily for six months after a…

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Healthy and Easy 10Min Recipe: Shrimp and Brown Rice

Healthy and Easy 10Min Recipe: Shrimp and Brown Rice

Here’s an easy, quick, and healthy dinner recipe for prawns and brown rice. This dish is practically a complete meal with protein, whole grain, and vegetables. Ingredients:· Olive oil· Chopped onions, green peppers, tomatoes· Pinch of seafood seasoning· Pinch of turmeric Quick cooking brown rice Chicken broth Frozen shrimp Heat up your skillet and put a little olive oil. Add chopped up onions, green peppers, and tomatoes and sauté in the olive oil. Cook until…

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Olive, Coconut, Avocado, Walnut… some of the best healthy fats and oils

Olive, Coconut, Avocado, Walnut… some of the best healthy fats and oils

In the bid for optimum health and vitality, the inclusion of dietary fats is often over-looked. However, when it comes to maintaining good health as we age, including adequate amounts of the right kinds of fats and oils is vital. Good fats provide the body with fuel alongside the feeling of fullness and can actually stimulate fat burning. Studies continue to show the value in supplementing our diet with additional essential fats to prevent and…

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Fish Oil, Coconuts Oil, Avocados : Omega-3 Are Preventing Heart Attacks?

Fish Oil, Coconuts Oil, Avocados : Omega-3 Are Preventing Heart Attacks?

When it comes to maintaining good health as we age, including adequate amounts of the right kinds of fats and oils is vital. Good fats provide the body with fuel alongside the feeling of fullness and can actually stimulate fat burning. Studies continue to show the value in supplementing our diet with additional essential fats to prevent and treat a broad spectrum of diseases. Distinguishing good fats from bad fats can be tricky, so we…

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Pumpkin Seed Oil vs Coconut Oil

Pumpkin Seed Oil vs Coconut Oil

If coconut oil was the health trend du jour in 2014, 2015 is most definitely going to be the breakout year for pumpkin seed oil. With experts swearing that it can do everything from enhance your mood, to renew your skin, to help ease menopause symptoms, it’s no wonder that people are clamoring to add the superfood into their diet. No surprise, Gwyneth Paltrow is already a huge fan, including it heavily in her latest cookbook, It’s…

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Healthy dip recipe: Herbalife’s recipe makeover for spinach …

Healthy dip recipe: Herbalife’s recipe makeover for spinach …

Do you like Dips? Here is a yummy healthy Dip Recipe with Spinach presented by Susan Bowerman, Registered Dietician at Herbalife. If you delight in investing a little time in the household kitchen and also playing with recipes, you could have a great deal of fun with recipe makeovers. Today, I’m visiting do a transformation on a prominent high calorie appetiser a tacky spinach dip. When you’re looking at a dish to do-over, you’ll intend to first…

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Easy Recipe: Spicy Chicken Cous Cous | Herbalife Advice

Easy Recipe: Spicy Chicken Cous Cous | Herbalife Advice

Here’s an easy, quick, and healthy dinner recipe for Spicy Chicken Cous Cous. This dish is a complete meal with protein, whole grain, and vegetables.Serves 4 people. Ingredients: Olive oil One grated carrot Half of a medium onion (chopped) Two plum tomatoes (seeded and diced) Pinch of cinnamon Tablespoon of curry powder Cous Cous Chicken broth Sliced chicken breast Fresh orange slices Chopped parsley Pistachio nutsHeat up your frying pan with a little olive oil….

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Easy Recipe: Vegan Quinoa and Tofu Dish

Easy Recipe: Vegan Quinoa and Tofu Dish

Easy Recipe: Vegan Quinoa and Tofu Dish | Herbalife Healthy Eating Advice Here’s a delicious recipe for a Vegan Quinoa and Tofu dish. A real time saver in the kitchen and tastes so delicious vegans, vegetarians and meat lovers will enjoy this one dish recipe idea! Ingredients:· Olive oil· One grated carrot· Springs of onion (chopped)· White Quinoa (may use red, black, or blend instead)· Vegetable broth or mushroom broth· Soy sauce· Pinch of white…

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More than 20 Healthy Eating Recipes for Dummies!

More than 20 Healthy Eating Recipes for Dummies!

Whether you don’t feel like cooking with fire (or sweating your a** off in a hot kitchen), or you’re eating a raw food diet, this mix of meals for every time of the day is sure to satisfy and keep things interesting. Who knew you could make chili, pancakes, and brownies without cooking? Picking up a muffin on the way to work is definitely appealing on hectic mornings, but they’re usually massive and loaded with…

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