The Spices That Fight Inflammation and Burn Fat
There was a time when pepper was more valuable than gold, when horrendous sailing expeditions would be organized for clove and nutmeg, and when ancient civilizations would go to war for other exotic spices. Many were used as aphrodisiacs, therapeutic foods, and medicines. Sure, they improve the appeal of foods,…
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A Fat-Burning Farewell to Winter Comfort Food (Recipe Included!)
Spring is here and this is — at least in Florida where I reside — one of the last cold fronts of the season. It’s been horrible wearing socks with our flip-flops down here. Glad it’s almost over. Although along with winter came casseroles and stews, hearty soups for the…
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Try This Deliciously Easy, Fat-Burning Butternut Squash Recipe
HURRY! In only a couple of weeks, there will be no more butternut squash at the market. We’ll all have to wait until next fall to cook the finest of the winter squashes. It really is too bad. The squash’s incredibly sweet, dense, and buttery orange flesh is just delish…
READ MOREThe Valentine’s Dinner That Made News (Recipes Inside)
This is news anchor Jennifer Epstein of Fox 13 Tampa Bay. She’s in my home kitchen today (and wearing my chef jacket!) because we just finished filming a news segment about cooking at home on Valentine’s Day. Because you see, Valentine’s Day is on Sunday and we thought we would give…
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5 Crucial Weight-Loss Tricks You’re Ignoring
Habits, busy lives, stress… This not only determines what we eat, but HOW we eat. Mindful eating is becoming more important, in an increasingly fast-paced society of on-the-go meals and convenience. It actually has its roots in Buddhist teachings with an aim towards enjoying the experience of eating vs. just…
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6 Reasons to Keep Your Health Resolutions
We’re done with January and we’ve already started to take a big chunk out of 2016. If you’re like most people, you have already given up on most of your New Year’s resolutions. Who can blame you? Changing is rough. Truth be told, it’s much easier not to change. Especially…
READ MORECitrus: Weight-Loss Superfood
Florida has perfectly ripe citruses that burst under the sun with sweet, tangy, tart, and zesty flavors. Right in my backyard, I harvest oranges and mandarins, and have the kids juice them for breakfast. They love that chore. You see, citrus trees tend to “follow” me. Growing up in the…
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Is Pasta Making You Fat?
I’ve said it time and again for years: Pasta doesn’t necessarily make you fat. And I have a great bonus recipe to prove it to you. But first, let me explain why… You heard me before but now, scientists and some pasta manufacturers like Barilla are pushing to rehabilitate its…
READ MOREAdd Chickpeas for a Quick and Easy Fat-Burning Breakfast
Lots of bellies out there get way too many processed carbs and sugars, and not enough fiber. But here’s a proven trick: FIBER makes us feel full, and gives us ALL-DAY energy, while sugar makes us sleepy and unproductive. So boost the fiber in your recipes as much as possible…
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Don’t Let This Disease Happen To You!
Diabetes. For some, this is just a word. For those who suffer from it, it’s a life sentence. Diabetes is one of the most dangerous and disabling diseases you can acquire. It can result in a loss of vision, your kidneys, and even your limbs. And it can lead to…
READ MORE7-Step Blueprint for Avoiding Weight-Gain over the Holidays
It’s been a week since Thanksgiving in America and many people still feel like they haven’t recovered from all of that food and fun. If you’re one of those people who over-stuffed themselves, statistics say you will gain 5 pounds between now and Christmas. That’s just the way it is.…
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