Power Food: Agave

Most commonly served distilled with a side of lime, the nectar from the agave cactus is also a sweetner. “The honeylike syrup has twice the sweetness and half the calories of sugar”, says Dave Grotto, author of 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life, “but it is digested slowly, so it won’t cause swings in energy.” Agave is also one of the only nondairy... Read More

Power food: Kefir

Created by culturing fresh milk with kefir grains (made from yeast and bacteria), this fermented beverage is an upgrade to yogurt. “It has a different range of bacteria  than yogurt, but similar benefits, such as the ability to lower cholesterol and boost immune function, ” says Susan Kleiner, PhD, author of The Good Mood Diet. A recent study also found that it’s... Read More

Power Food: Rooibos Tea

Think of rooibos as the new green tea, although it’s red, made from a root, and packed with even more digestion enhancing phytochemicals and disease fighting antioxidants. A Japanese study found that it might even help prevent allergies and fight cancer. Serving tip: Look for Celestial Seasonings rooibos teas, or order organic varieties online at adagio.com.  Read More

Recipe: Healthy Chicken or Turkey Breast Pizza

Requirements 1 Large Skinless Chicken Breast or Skinless Turkey Breast 1 tbsp of Organic Tomato and Vegetable Sauce 2 tsp of shredded low fat cheese 1 tsp of virgin Olive Oil Cut up spinach to your liking Cut up mushrooms to your liking Optional Olives, I prefer Red Peppers You can use skinless turkey breasts or skinless chicken breasts. Think turkey breasts are generally bigger... Read More

Power Food: Goji Berries

Why would you pay $35 for one litre of goji juice? Whole berries can be bought in many Asian markets for a fraction of the price. Although they’re not especially rich in any one vitamin or mineral, the bittersweet berries are packed with the phytochemicals beta-carotene and zeaxanthin, which studies have shown to reduce the risk of lung and bladder cancers. “Goji berries... Read More