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Gut-Soothing Chicken and Vegetable Soup Recipe

The AHA! Team — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 06:47:51 +0000

Recipe by: Dr. Colbert’s Gut Zone Diet – Gut-Soothing Chicken and Vegetable Soup Recipe This gut-soothing chicken and vegetable soup uses Divine Health’s Collagen Powder for added gut-healing benefits. Combined with fiber-rich vegetables and anti-inflammatory spices, it’s the perfect comforting fall meal. COURSE: Main Course DIFFICULTY: Easy SERVINGS: 4 INGREDIENTS ▢1 lb chicken breast, shredded ▢4 cups water or broth ▢2 tbsp Divine Health Collagen Powder ▢2 carrots, chopped ▢2 celery stalks, chopped ▢1 zucchini, chopped ▢1 tbsp olive oil ▢1 onion, chopped ▢2 garlic cloves, minced ▢1 tsp turmeric ▢1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated ▢Sea salt and pepper to taste ▢Fresh parsley for garnish INSTRUCTIONS In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until fragrant. Add the carrots, celery, and zucchini, and cook for another 5 minutes. Stir in turmeric, water or broth, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add the shredded chicken and cook for an additional 10 minutes. Stir in Divine Health Collagen Powder until dissolved. Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh parsley. As the fall season brings cooler temperatures, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with nourishing soups and broths that not only comfort but also heal the gut. By incorporating ingredients like Divine Health’s Collagen Powder, garlic, ginger, and leafy greens, you can support your digestive system, improve immunity, and reduce inflammation—all while enjoying the delicious flavors of fall. Try these gut-boosting soups as part of Dr. Colbert’s Gut Zone Diet, and experience the benefits of a healthier, happier gut this season. To read the original article click here.

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Marinated Tempeh and Vegetables Recipe

The AHA! Team — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 05:52:12 +0000

Recipe by: Dan the web developer via Nutrition Facts – Marinated Tempeh and Vegetables Recipe Here’s a delicious, customizable recipe that includes several Daily Dozen items. Pick your favorite whole grains, beans, and vegetables and start cooking! This recipe is from Dan, our Web Developer. COURSE: Main Course DIFFICULTY: Easy SERVINGS: 4 INGREDIENTS Tempeh-Marinade ▢1½ cups Light Vegetable Broth ▢2½ tablespoons red wine vinegar ▢2-3 tablespoons Umami Sauce ▢½ tablespoons Italian seasoning ▢1 teaspoon garlic powder ▢8 ounces tempeh, cut into cubes Template ▢¼ cup water or Light Vegetable Broth ▢Additional spices, to taste (e.g., red pepper flakes, black pepper, curry powder) ▢1-2 cups cubed starchy vegetables (e.g., sweet potatoes, potatoes, squash) ▢1 bunch greens, chopped (e.g., kale, spinach, collards, cilantro) ▢1½ cups cooked beans or 1 (15-ounce) BPA-free can or Tetra Pak salt-free beans of choice, drained and rinsed ▢3 cups cooked whole grains (e.g., quinoa, BROL, hulled barley, oat groats) INSTRUCTIONS In a bowl or a reusable silicon bag, combine the marinade ingredients. Stir together or shake until well combined. Add the cubed tempeh and cover completely with the marinade. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes or longer. Pour the tempeh and marinade into a large pot with a lid. Add an additional ¼ cup of water or Light Vegetable Broth. Optional to add any additional spices to taste. Bring to a boil on high heat. Layer the cubed starchy vegetables on top of the tempeh. Cover and reduce the heat to simmer. After about 10 minutes, add the chopped greens to the pot. Cover and continue cooking for 5 minutes. Add the beans. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Uncover the pot and cook to reduce the remaining marinade by about half. Adjust the heat, as needed. Stir in the whole grains. Cook until the remaining marinade is absorbed, and the vegetables reach desired texture. Serve warm. Notes Marinade recipe inspired by Sweet Simple Vegan. To read the original article click here.

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Summer Fun Salad Recipe

The AHA! Team — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 08:49:41 +0000

Recipe by: Robby Barbaro, Co-founder of Mastering Diabetes – Summer Fun Salad Recipe This Summer Fun Salad features ripe papaya and mango. The juice from the ripe fruits and tomatoes adds their own flavorful dressing to the salad, but toss on your favorite vinegar if the mood strikes. Including more fruits and vegetables to your meals not only adds a nutritional punch, but it makes your dishes more colorful, too, and those colors are the antioxidants, the disease-preventing phytonutrients. COURSE: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish DIFFICULTY: Easy SERVINGS: 4 INGREDIENTS ▢1 head lettuce ▢1 small papaya, cubed ▢2 mangos, cubed ▢2 heirloom tomatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces ▢1 cup frozen wild blueberries ▢Chopped green onion, to taste INSTRUCTIONS Wash all of the ingredients. Chop the lettuce, and add it to a large bowl. Add the papaya, mangos, tomatoes, and wild blueberries. Sprinkle the green onions on top. Toss lightly, serve, and enjoy. To read the original article click here.

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Victory Gardens Benefit Your Health, Wallet and the Environment

AHA Publisher — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 07:00:33 +0000

Christine Ruggeri, CHHC via Dr. Axe – In the early 1900s, gardening was considered a civic duty. During World War I, Americans were urged to grow food wherever possible, from backyards and empty lots to rooftops. Growing “victory gardens,” as they were called, was a way to prevent starvation and gain self sufficiency. The ability to harvest your own food during a period of such scarcity was valued and, frankly, demanded. The call for growing victory gardens returned again during World War II. At one point during the 1940s, it was estimated that 40 percent of the U.S.’s vegetables were produced by home, community and school gardens. Much more recently, home vegetable gardens made another comeback as Americans turned to home growing to avoid crowded grocery stores during the pandemic. People have also been concerned about disruptions to the food supply and the affordability of fresh vegetables. To boot, many have had more time at home to tend to their gardens. What Are Victory Gardens? Victory gardens are home or community vegetable gardens that are planted and maintained by residents. Each garden looks a little different, with some planted in backyards, others in greenhouses and some in larger community gardens. The idea is to create a space that will produce fresh, organic produce for you, your family and neighbors. Although the concept of a victory garden originated during WWI to prevent vegetable scarcity and ensure there was enough produce for soldiers, the general idea is similar today. Growing your own garden enables self-sufficiency, reduces the use of environmental chemicals and saves you money at the grocery store. How to Start One First, pick your plot of land or small gardening area. This can even be in containers or window boxes. Make sure you choose an area that gets at least a few hours of sunlight per day and has soil that drains well. You want to avoid soggy areas that don’t offer enough soil drainage and direct sunlight. Once you select your area, add in a good amount of compost. Use a shovel to loosen up your existing soil, and mix in the compost. Instead of purchasing compost, you can use DIY compost that’s simple to make and only requires that you add brown and green materials (like grass clippings, veggie scraps and coffee grounds) and keep it moist. What to Grow For beginners, the key is to choose vegetables, herbs and some fruits that are easy to grow and require only a few hours of sunlight. Pick the foods that you love most and will be able to add to your weekly recipes. Some of the best foods for your victory garden include: Cabbage Kale Spinach Swiss chard Kohlrabi Beets Turnips Carrots Onions Garlic Parsnips Basil Parsley Thyme Strawberries Blueberries Raspberries Tomatoes are another good option, but they need to be in an area that gets plenty of direct sunlight. When it comes to growing your own fruit, it will likely take a few years for a fruit tree to start producing, so plant and be patient. Benefits 1. Provide Fresh, Organic Produce It can be hard to find fresh, organic produce, so why not grow it yourself? You’ll be able to ensure that no harmful chemicals were used on your plants, and you can harvest and eat them at the peak of freshness. Easy access to fresh fruits and vegetables will also improve your overall diet and help you maintain a healthy weight. In a 2020 online survey that included U.S. adults ages 18-75, results showed that those with home gardens were less likely to be obese and more likely to meet dietary recommendations for fruit and vegetable intake. 2. Reduce Food Costs It’s no secret that buying high-quality, organic produce can be costly compared to conventionally grown fruits and vegetables. Growing some veggies at home can help reduce your overall grocery bill, while improving the quality of the produce you consume regularly. 3. Provide Physical Activity One of the greatest benefits of victory gardens is the exercise that’s needed to maintain the space. Gardening is an enjoyable way to move your body daily, and it’s beneficial for your mental health, too. A 2018 study assessed the success of mentored home-based vegetable gardening intervention among breast cancer survivors. Researchers found that compared with the controls, the intervention participants reported significantly greater improvements in moderate physical activity, and home gardening helped improve health behaviors, including vegetable consumption. 4. Benefit the Environment Keeping an organic garden that doesn’t require the use the pesticides, herbicides and chemical fertilizers is not only better for your health, but it’s better for the environment, too. It positively contributes to the natural ecosystem and doesn’t lead to storm runoff of harmful toxins that enter our water systems. 5. Spread the Wealth One of the best things about growing your own vegetables is the abundance that will be produced by a successful garden. You’ll be able to feed yourself, your friends and your neighbors. This is what the victory garden was all about during the 1900s — growing for the community and, really, the country. Potential Downsides? What are the disadvantages of victory gardens? Maintaining your own vegetable garden does require time and energy. Of course, spending time outdoors working with the Earth is beneficial to your health in so many ways, so it’s well worth the work. Still, you may find it helpful to work with an experienced gardener or do your research before getting started. It’s best to start small, and add in as you get more comfortable. Conclusion Victory gardens originated during World War I when food scarcity was a threat to American families. People were urged to become more self-sufficient by growing fruits and vegetables at home. You can easily grow your own victory garden using even a small plot of land, pots or window boxes. You can also search community gardens in your neighborhood to join one. There are several benefits of victory gardens, including the production of fresh, organic produce and the way that eating these foods and tending to your garden are good for your overall health. To read the original article click here.

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