We all know fresh fruits and veggies are essential, but to me, adding veggies felt like such a chore and there was a limit to how many apples I could eat. As someone who’s not a chef, I used to think adding superfoods meant endless boring salads or things dipped in hummus… until now! I’ve gathered my favorite superfood hacks that are easy, budget-friendly, and require zero culinary skills. I recommend ...
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Add dates to improve the flavor of your smoothie! They are also great little snacks on their own when craving a sweet treat.
8 Proven Health Benefits of Dates
Here's a list of 20 things to do with pumpkin, but you know my fave? I add some to my daily smoothie! I find pumpkin pairs well with spinach, dates, vanilla protein powder with cinnamon, nutmeg and sometimes a little turmeric if I'm feeling sassy. Oh...
20 Things to Make With Canned Pumpkin (Besides Pie) - Allrecipes
I currently eat at least one kiwi a day bc it is SO GOOD for your digestive system! This is bc they contain an enzyme called Actinidin which breaks down proteins and improves gut health as well as lots of fiber. To get the fiber and Kiwi's other bene...
Kiwi Health Benefits
Everyone knows that blueberries are healthy- they are one of our top sources of antioxidants, have lots of Vitamin C and K, and are considered “prebiotics” (the food that feeds the “probiotics” in your gut). I personally love them and try to keep the...
Calories in Blueberries and Nutrition Facts - FatSecret
Ginger! I regret the years I was intimidated by it's knobby shape. My new fave thing is to wash it, slice it thin (with skin on) and then boil in water. I then strain the pieces and drink the water cold as a refreshing and nutrient-packed alternative...
Ginger Tea Benefits: Nausea, Pain Relief, and Blood …
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Why sautee apples? Cooked apples are a treat to your digestive system, and also aid heart health and blood sugar control. You don't even need to read the recipe it's so simple: cut up whatever apple is around the house, keeping the skin on bc that's ...
Sauteed Apples with Cinnamon - Taste of Home
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Who knew celery could be so delicious? Juicing isn’t the only way to enjoy its health benefits! Try sautéing it for a quick, easy, and flavorful side dish or a savory snack you can prep in batches for the week. Packed with fiber like pectin to suppor...
Sautéed Celery Recipe - Simple & Easy To Make
These guys are kinda like the frozen spinach in that they can easily be added to whatever you're already cooking. Add along with the spinach to eggs or pasta sauce. I also add them to any rice dish or soup I make. If you're baking chicken, add some m...
Health Benefits of Mushrooms - WebMD
I recently was at my sister's and she had some leftover fresh parsley and cilantro hanging out in her fridge. I was in charge of making a salad for dinner that night and on a whim threw some of the herbs in there (I made a greek-themed salad with fet...
14 Types of Fresh Herbs and How to Cook …
I actually enjoy cucumbers but forget about how versatile they are! Add a little rice vinegar, salt, pepper and a fresh herb like cilantro, basil or dill and you have an adorable side salad! Adding cucumbers to something simple as chicken and rice br...
Cucumbers: 7 Benefits, Nutrition, Who Should Avoid Them
Go ahead and boil a few potatoes! I used to avoid them bc part of me still thinks “carbs = bad.” Much to my surprise potatoes are filled with nutrients, including phenolic compounds which may lower the risk of certain types of cancers! Add some greek yogurt for extra creaminess AND protein!
Boiled Small Baby Potatoes Recipe – Easy And Simple
Frozen spinach is a staple in my freezer bc it somehow blends well with many things! Do you eat eggs, pasta with red sauce, or smoothies? You can throw spinach into any of those and not even notice it's there. The same for most casseroles (like enchi...
Calories in Spinach (Chopped or Leaf, Frozen) and Nutrition Facts