My daughter and one of her girlfriends took a trip to Costa Rica and had a meal that was typical of what is often served there. Her dinner was a mix of shrimp and chicken with mango served on a plate with salsa and beans. Her trip inspired her to create this dinner recipe. Costa Rican food is one of the reasons the island is a longevity hotspot. Enjoy this … [Read more...]
Tahini Salad Dressing and Dip with Mint Recipe
I've always been a huge fan of Middle Eastern cuisine from shish kababs to tabouli and everything in between. One of the sauces I love to spoon over grilled meats and vegetables is a refreshing tahini salad dressing made with herbs, garlic, and lemon. Enjoy this recipe! About Tahini Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds. Unlike sesame paste, tahini is made … [Read more...]
Indonesian Chicken Soup: Immunity Boosting
If it is cold outside or you are feeling under the weather, nothing feels better than a nice bowl of soup. This zesty Indonesian chicken soup contains fresh ginger, which is fabulous for curing tummy ills. You might want to call it Indo-Penicillin. It's also low-calorie and yummy. Enjoy this recipe! About ginger Ginger is a powerful spice that's known to treat … [Read more...]
French Leek Detox Soup Recipe
In her book "French Women Don't Get Fat" author Mireille Guiliano boils down leeks and drinks the juice over the weekend. She says it's a good way to detox your body after you party too hard is to boil up some leeks and eat them to detox. This inspired me to create this detox leek soup. Enjoy this recipe! This recipe is simple to make and takes just minutes to whip up … [Read more...]
A 2-Week Plan to Lose Stubborn Weight Over 50
AARP published an article called "The New American Diet," which outlines the types of food to eat to lose stubborn weight and extend longevity after 50. Many of us Baby Boomers have struggled with excess weight as our bodies changed, and it's not easy to lose it. Fad dieting is dangerous and causes more problems than it's worth. Making simple changes in the way we approach … [Read more...]