There are myriad health benefits that come with making the decision to switch to a vegetarian diet, but there can be some complications too. Health experts already warn that a vegetarian diet can lead to possible nutrient deficiencies, but a new study adds another concern—the potential impact of a no-meat diet on your mental health. […]
Caesar Salad with Pine Nuts and Cashews
The Caesar salad’s creation is attributed to restaurateur Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant who operated restaurants in Mexico and the United States in the 1920s. Cardini was living in San Diego but also working in Tijuana where he avoided the restrictions of Prohibition. He invented the dish when a Fourth of July 1924 rush depleted […]
Detox Juice Drink
Ginger is packed with so many powerful compounds it should be considered a staple in any healthy diet. In fact, it offers so many medicinal properties that some feel it should be a must in the medicine cabinet as well. Ginger has been used medicinally for thousands of years, and offers anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer and antioxidant […]
Vegan Blueberry Cake with Frosting
‘Tis the season for sweets. Whether you’re baking for a swap or building a dessert spread for your upcoming holiday dinner, here is a cake that will wow friends, family and coworkers. This gorgeous over-the-top blueberry cake with gooey frosting is a deconstructed take on a frosted cookie. Happy Holidays! Serves 8, 350 calories per serving. […]