The history of Salsa sauce originated with the Inca people. Salsa (combination of chilies, tomatoes and other spices) can be traced to the Aztecs, Mayans and Incas. The Spaniards first encountered tomatoes after their conquest of Mexico in 1519-1521, which marked the beginning of the history of Salsa sauce. Aztec lords combined tomatoes with chili […]
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Kidney Bean Burrito
he creamy texture of red kidney beans makes them the perfect partner for strong flavors and spices. Still, you can substitute other bean (such as pinto beans, black beans or cannelini beans) in place of the kidney beans. These are so tasty and wonderfully healthy. High in protein and low in fat. Serves one, 250 calories […]
Hops for Sleep and Anxiety
Hops for Sleep and Anxiety Hops (Humulus lupulus) is a member of the Cannabaceae family that has been used in traditional European medicine as a mild sedative for the treatment of anxiety, nervousness, and insomnia. In one study of hops and insomnia, scientists determined that the compounds ethanolic and CO2 extracts in the hops increased […]
Anatomy of a Food Addiction
Anatomy of a Food Addiction: The Brain Chemistry of Overeating: An Effective Program to Overcome Compulsive Eating explains how “drug foods,” which by themselves are not drugs, but through a series of chemical reactions eventually cause production of brain chemicals that can have a drug-like effect on the body. These chemicals cloud the mind, imprison […]