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Did you know that camu is the fruit with the most vitamin C on the planet? It has 60 times more vitamin C than an orange! Camu is a tropical fruit that is commonly found in the Amazonian jungle. This prized resource is now available in the US in the whole food powder form. Remember,…

A dear friend recently recovered from a major surgery that left her unable to walk without enormous pain for several months. In the days afterwards, she posted something to her Facebook page about watching people on MUNI choose the escalator over the stairs, and feeling so grateful that her body could take the stairs again….

Eggplant Parmesan is a popular restaurant dish in which a slice of eggplant is breaded, fried in oil, and topped with tomato sauce and globs of cheese.  While you’re getting a couple servings of vegetables, you’re also getting 620 calories and 26 grams of fat in just 1 cup! In this lightened-up version of Eggplant…

Ingredients Eggplant: 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 Tbs water 2 cups whole-wheat panko (Japanese breadcrumbs) ¼ cup (1 ounce) grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 2 (1-pound) eggplants, peeled and cut crosswise into ½ inch thick slices Cooking spray Filling: ½ cup torn fresh basil ¼ cup (1 ounce) grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese ½ tsp crushed…

Fried Black Rice Serves 6 Ingredients 4 cups black rice, cooked 1 bunch scallions, diced and divided (green and white) 1 red bell pepper, diced 2 Tbsp. olive oil 3 eggs 1 Tbsp. ginger, crushed 1 Tbsp. garlic, crushed 2 Tbsp. soy sauce Directions Whisk eggs together and cook over medium-high heat to make an…

Polenta is a delicious cornmeal dish that can be served as a side or with a main dish. Here I used it in place of pasta for a quick and hearty weekday meal. Polenta Health Benefits Even though corn is one of the healthiest, low calorie foods – it’s a good idea to rotate and…

What Is It? Plukenetia volubilis, commonly known as Sacha Inchi, is a healing plant native to the Peruvian Amazon that produces star-shaped green fruits which yield edible seeds. It has been cultivated by indigenous people for centuries, and will grow in warm climates up to altitudes of 5,500 feet. The cultivated seeds are extracted locally…

Two weeks ago, for the first time during my participation in the Commit to Fit program, I plateaued and didn’t lose any weight during my weigh-in. Sarah, my nutritionist, advised that this is typical as individuals lose weight and is most likely attributed to the body adjusting to the changes which are happening to it….

Mashed potatoes are a staple on the holiday dinner table, and they’re a great way to feed a crowd easily and affordably.  Mashed potatoes may be easy on the wallet, but not always on the waist. Just one cup can have 306 calories and 25 grams of fat!  Here is a traditional recipe, made with…

Delicious oatmeal Pichuberry breakfast! Here I’ll show you a quick way to prepare oats without the stove. For vegans, gluten free or anyone who wants some superfoods. Oatmeal helps lower cholesterol, control blood sugar and can even help you lose weight by controlling your appetite! Pichuberries are the berry of the Incas. They have potent…