Mediterranean Tuna Antipasto Salad

Ingredients • 1 15- to 19-ounce can beans, such as chickpeas, black-eyed peas or kidney beans, rinsed • 2 5- to 6-ounce cans water-packed chunk light tuna, drained and flaked (see Note) • 1 large red bell pepper, finely diced • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion • 1/2...

Not All Fats are Created Equally

Your body benefits from “healthy” fats including increased energy and reduced inflammation. Fats such as Omega 3-fatty acids and monounsaturated fats help our body function normally. Including fish, avocados, and nuts can help lower your bad cholesterol and also...

Saffron to Boost Your Mood

Need a boost for the end of summer blues? Adding saffron to your foods with help fight depression and premenstrual syndrome. According to eatingwell.com this is why saffron is so good for you. Saffron has long been used in traditional Persian medicine as a mood...

Chickpea Salad

Ingredients 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 small red onion finely chopped 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped A few ribs celery and leafy tops, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced or grated then grinded into a paste with salt 1/2 teaspoon crushed red...

Cool Tips

As the days get hotter we try to keep cool anyway possible. Avoid foods that will increase your body heat and stick to cooler choices. After working out snack on watermelon to quench your thirst and satisfy your food cravings. Watermelons are high in potassium, which...