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Stewed Lentils and Tomatoes Recipe

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Feb 23, 2009
Healthy Soups

Lentils are among nature's finest food offerings for a healthy heart because they're abundant in folate, a vitamin that is essential to keeping your blood homocysteine at a healthy level. Read more

 

Chickpea Guacamole Recipe

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Feb 15, 2009
Healthy Dressings

Think of this unique chickpea guacamole to be a combination of hummus and avocado. Rich in both healthy fatty acids and healthy protein, this side dish can easily be a part of a satisfying meal when combined with your favorite grain dish. We love it with brown rice or quinoa. Read more

 

Carrot and Cilantro Salad Recipe

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Feb 12, 2009
Healthy Salads

Few herbs pack the same health-promoting punch that fresh cilantro does. Also called coriander in some parts of the world, fresh cilantro is thought to support blood sugar-regulating mechanisms and gastrointestinal health. Read more

 

All-Natural Almond Milk Recipe

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Feb 06, 2009
Healthy Beverages

Updated on February 6, 2009

For people who have trouble tolerating milk from cows, almond milk is an excellent substitute. But not all commercially prepared almond milks are equal in quality. Some brands add enough sugar to their almond milk to make it a poor choice for people who struggle to keep their blood sugar and insulin at healthy levels. Other brands add synthetic vitamins and minerals to their almond milk to make it resemble dairy when comparing nutrition facts panels. Read more

 

Black Bean Tahini Dip Recipe

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Feb 02, 2009
Healthy Dressings

This simple and delicious black bean tahini dip is abundant in calcium, folate (folic acid), manganese, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, and vitamin B1.

This dip is also rich in healthy protein, including an amino acid called tryptophan. Tryptophan is an essential amino acid that is helpful for promoting restful sleep and good nervous system health. Read more

 

Vegetable-Cashew Stew Recipe

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jan 26, 2009
Healthy Soups

This super healthy stew is made unique by adding a handful of raisins and whole cashews. Sounds funny, I know, but once you try it, I trust that you'll agree that all of the ingredients go together beautifully. Read more

 

Broccoli Potato Soup Recipe

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jan 20, 2009
Healthy Soups

Broccoli is rich in indoles and sulforaphane, compounds that are known for their cancer-fighting properties. Broccoli is also abundant in fiber, folate, vitamin C, vitamin K, calcium, coenzyme Q10, and carotenoids. Read more

 

Roasted Fennel with Chickpeas Recipe

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jan 12, 2009
Healthy Meals

Raw fennel has a mild licorice-like fragrance, but when roasted, fennel becomes sweet and crisp and the licorice aroma is barely noticeable, if at all. Rich in vitamin C and fiber, roasted fennel bulbs provide nice texture alongside chickpeas and oranges. Read more

 

Yin Yang Bell Pepper Soup Recipe

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jan 08, 2009
Healthy Soups

This delicious bell pepper soup recipe is rich in a number of antioxidants, most notably, carotenoids and vitamin C. The Yin-Yang presentation is created by pouring red and yellow bell pepper soups into each serving bowl at the same time. Read more

 

Tomato and Chickpea Soup Recipe

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jan 05, 2009
Healthy Soups

Chickpeas are abundant in a number of health-promoting nutrients, most notably folate, manganese, tryptophan, copper, iron, and healthy protein.

High folate and tryptophan content make chickpeas an excellent food choice for women of child-bearing age and people who have trouble getting restful sleep. Read more

 

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