This is a variation of Amanda’s (Amanda left our kitchen when she had baby Carly) Green Potato Salad with Cilantro and Spinach featured in our Blue Ribbon Edition cookbook. This time of year is perfect for potato salad, and including lentils adds loads of nutrition too. Try this recipe, you’ll love it!
Monthly Archives: July 2013
Fiber, Part II
Last month, we looked at what fiber is, and touched on what it does. I explained (or at least I tried to) the differences and similarities between soluble and insoluble fiber. This month, I want to explain why the differences between soluble and insoluble actually matter, and then get into specifics on:
- detoxification and liver health
- weight management
- cholesterol and heart disease
- regularity and colon health
- diabetes and metabolic syndrome
Finally, next month, I want to go over specific types of fiber, and fiber-rich foods.
Soluble vs. Insoluble Fiber: Toxins, Regularity, and Blood Sugar
Soluble fiber is like a sponge. It attracts liquids, expands, and thickens. It's good at absorbing things, and generally taking up space.
How to avoid eating genetically modified food
Wondering how to avoid genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in your food, worried about the new reports that show our gut flora are being affected by them? The short answer is, Buy organic. Buy products verified Non-GMO by the Non-GMO Project because you’re not a science experiment. We’re doing our best to make sure we only carry safe products for you.
