Your Favorite Banana Could Go Extinct Thanks To A Deadly Fungus

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If you visit a grocery store’s produce section, there’s one fruit that you are almost definitely going to see: the banana. Bananas are a healthy fruit loaded with fiber, potassium, and other vitamins. [1] And chances are, whether you’ve eaten 10, 100, or 1,000 bananas in your life, you’ve eaten the same exact type of…

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Your Favorite Banana Could Go Extinct Thanks To A Deadly Fungus

Pierre Van Zyleat, Health Awareness, Planet

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If you visit a grocery store’s produce section, there’s one fruit that you are almost definitely going to see: the banana. Bananas are a healthy fruit loaded with fiber, potassium, and other vitamins. [1] And chances are, whether you’ve eaten 10, 100, or 1,000 bananas in your life, you’ve eaten the same exact type of…

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I Just Discovered Melting Potatoes and I’m Officially Serving Them With Everything

Pierre Van Zyleat, Lunch + Dinner

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There have been many food trends over the past decade. Some are delicious, like avocado toast, matcha tea, and poke bowls. Some are fun, like rainbow pastries, acai bowls, and latte art. And some are downright odd, like charcoal ice cream or edible gold. [1] As you can see, many of these dishes feature some…

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No Bake Peanut Butter Granola Cups, Great Vegan Snack

Pierre Van ZylDesserts, eat, Snacks + Sides

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Granola is an iconic breakfast food and it’s the main feature in this recipe, but its health value is debatable. The core ingredients of granola consist of oats, nuts, and a sweetener like honey or sugar. Depending on the variety, these foods are joined by puffed rice or other grains, dried fruit, spices, seeds, and…

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Quick & Easy Oatmeal Protein Cookies

Pierre Van ZylBreakfast, eat, Snacks + Sides

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In general, cookies are not a good breakfast choice. Eating unhealthy foods in the morning can lead to sugar spikes and energy crashes, which affect a person’s productivity in the hours that follow. Not a great choice for someone who’s busy, even too busy to make breakfast.  Fortunately for those who love sweet treats in…

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Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers: The Low-Carb Way To Eat Your Favorite Sandwich

Pierre Van Zyleat, Snacks + Sides

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One of the hardest parts of being an adult is choosing what to prepare for dinner. It’s a seemingly inconsequential issue, I know, but it’s one we cannot run from. Even those who have been in the routine of cooking for years still face that elusive answer almost every day. Whenever we crave something in…

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Coconut Flour Lemon Pound Cake

Pierre Van ZylDesserts, eat, Snacks + Sides

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Want a luscious Paleo dessert that’s a take on a beloved classic? Try this fluffy and soft lemon pound cake bursting with lemon flavor!When I was younger, my relatives flew from across the country to visit. My grandma would bring her famous lemon pound cake. We called it “lemon loaf” (to make it sound less like a dessert,…

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Spinach and Feta Quiche with Sweet Potato Crust

Pierre Van ZylBreakfast, eat, Snacks + Sides

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Quiche is a lifesaving dish. It’s easy to cook, serves a crowd, and can be eaten for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Plus, it could be customized according to your tastes and preferences. It’s also full of nutritional benefits, especially when you make healthy modifications to eliminate the trans fats in the crust and grease in…

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The Ultimate Creamy Cauliflower Soup (with Dairy-Free, Vegan, and Hypoallergenic Options)

Pierre Van Zyleat, Lunch + Dinner

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Nothing is more consoling than a bowl of hot soup after a day out in the wintery cold. Besides being warm and comforting, soup is a very healthy food choice. It’s delicious and can easily boost the veggie intake for picky eaters. Also, some nutrients are better absorbed in the body when they are heated….

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Mouthwatering Chocolate Avocado Cake (Gluten, Dairy & Egg Free)

Pierre Van ZylDesserts, eat

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Don’t worry! The taste of avocado will be masked by the sweet and chocolatey goodness of the cake. In this recipe, avocado works as a sort of substitute for butter with its rich and creamy texture. For those who hate avocados but want to eat them because they are healthy, this is the perfect cake…

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Sweet Potato Brownies Recipe

Pierre Van ZylDesserts, eat, Snacks + Sides

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Total Time: 40 minutesServes: 9Meal Type: Desserts, Gluten-Free Diet Type: Gluten-Free, Paleo, Vegetarian Ingredients: 1 avocado 1 cup cooked sweet potato purée ½ cup applesauce ¼–½ cup honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 eggs ¼ cup coconut flour 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder ½ cup cacao powder ½ teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon baking soda Frosting…

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Flu-Fighting Ginger and Garlic Soup

Pierre Van ZylDIY Remedies & Green Beauty, eat, Health Awareness, Lunch + Dinner

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Winter is here and that means the flu season is on the rise. With the drop in temperature and the cold air spreading germs, many of us are already feeling run down. Maybe some of us are sniffling while others have a sore throat. Oftentimes, these symptoms are not strong enough for us to miss…

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No-Bake Coconut Cookies Recipe

Pierre Van ZylDesserts, eat, Snacks + Sides

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What’s better than cookies? Cookies that don’t require an oven! That’s why these No-Bake Coconut Cookies are the best. They’re super-fast to make, there’s no baking involved and they’re so good for you, with things like almond butter and coconut oil in every bite. Best of all, there are no unpronounceable, unnatural ingredients like store-bought cookies. These no-bake babies…

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Cannabis-Infused Salted Caramel Coffee

Pierre Van ZylDrinks, eat

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Coffee, to many, is a staple in Western society, especially for nurses, university students, new parents, and anyone running on too little sleep. And, just like any popular food, chefs — in this case, baristas — are always looking for ways to improve it, or at least spice it up (because let’s face it, a…

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Immune Supporting & Throat Soothing Popsicles

Pierre Van ZylDesserts, eat

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The sensation of a cold popsicle is such a relieving treat to a sore and achy throat. However, the potentially artificial and nutrient-lacking ingredients, which make up a majority of store-bought popsicles — are not so beneficial for our immunity, recovery and daily well-being.  Thankfully these frozen treats are simple to make at home, only…

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White Chocolate Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies (Gluten-free, Vegan)

Pierre Van ZylDesserts, eat, Snacks + Sides

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Since the chocolate chip cookie was invented in 1939, the recipe has been changed many times to incorporate peanut butter, nuts, cinnamon, spices, caramel, or whatever flavor people preferred. [1] Nowadays, as health conscientiousness grows, along with gluten allergies, there’s a lot of guilt associated with the classic treat. As the holiday season begins, along…

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A Thanksgiving Winner: Roasted Acorn Squash with Maple Syrup, Butter, and Cayenne

Pierre Van Zyleat, holiday, Lunch + Dinner

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Fall is the best season when it comes to food. There’s a reason why Thanksgiving dinner recipes are more iconic and beloved than any other holiday: they’re delicious, hearty, and include pie. Here’s a recipe that features a scrumptious fall food icon that takes only a few minutes to prepare. Types of Squashes Summer squash…

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The Refillable Milk Scheme from A Plastic Free Community

Pierre Van Zyleat, Health Awareness, Learn, News + Discoveries, Planet

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A shop on Anglesey street in Wales, UK is working to tackle the problem of plastic waste. Paul Ellis, and his partner Leonie Gaulton, his partner, run the shop, and together have installed a milk machine for customers to fill reusable glass bottles, themselves! So far this implemented self-service has become increasingly popular. Their customers…

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Busy? This Simple Veggie Bake Belongs in Your Weekly Routine

Pierre Van ZylBreakfast, eat, Lunch + Dinner

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You should never have to sacrifice nutrition due to a lack of time. But let’s face it, if your week is busy with work, school, taking care of your kids, or all of the above – it’s likely that you’ve caught yourself thinking about shortcuts, for how quickly you can get dinner on the table….

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Banana Split Kebabs

Pierre Van ZylDesserts, eat

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Dip your fruit in dark chocolate and crunchy almonds for these bite-sized Banana Split Kebabs! If you’re a fan of banana splits, you’re going to love this recipe! Large chunks of fruit are coated in liquid chocolate and sprinkled with chopped nuts. They make a perfect dessert for entertaining and only take 20 minutes to prep! Cubed…

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How to Throw a Vegan Cookout Everyone Will Enjoy (Even Non-Vegans)

Pierre Van Zyleat, Lunch + Dinner, Snacks + Sides

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If you follow a plant-based/vegan life-style, no doubt your omnivorous friends might enjoy gently ribbing you about your choices. However, they love and want to spend time with you — and that may include doing so at everyone’s summertime favorite — a cookout. Do you have to learn how to char a steak perfectly even…

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A Taste From Heaven: Crispy Zucchini Garlic Bites

Pierre Van Zyleat, Lunch + Dinner, Snacks + Sides

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There’s something endearing about bite-sized food.  Some people might think chicken nuggets and the like are for kids, but adults flock to them too. Take the energy ball trend, for example, or chocolate truffles, foods created by adults for adults with that spark of childhood fun. Perhaps these foods are so beloved because they are…

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Mini Keto Egg Burgers with Bacon and Avocado

Pierre Van ZylBreakfast, eat, Snacks + Sides

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Snack on these adorably bite-sized keto egg burgers for a protein-packed snack! These mini keto egg burgers are super easy to make, and will keep you going when you need a boost of energy between meals. Pack a few of them as quick grab-and-go snacks throughout the week! Stack Them With The Good Stuff To keep things…

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13 Unhealthiest Drinks On the Planet

Pierre Van ZylDrinks, eat, Heal, Health Awareness

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It never hurts to check in on your eating and drinking habits. Have unhealthy options snuck into your regular diet? Keep reading for some of the most common culprits that can damage your health- many of these beverages are marketed as healthy! Red Flag…

Baked Parmesan Zucchini Curly Fries Recipe

Pierre Van Zyleat, Lunch + Dinner

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Curly fries remind us of happy memories—greasy fingers in a fast food joint or hot snacks at a baseball game—but not exactly nutritious ones. While there are many recipes available for healthy versions of traditional French fries, whether they are made of zucchini, sweet potatoes, or parsnip, curly fries are a different matter because of…

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Meatballs in Spaghetti Squash Nests

Pierre Van Zyleat, Lunch + Dinner

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Put a fun twist on pasta night with these mini spaghetti squash nests filled with meatballs! If you’re craving spaghetti and meatballs, these portion-sized nests made in a muffin tin are your guilt-free answer. Drizzled with low-sugar Paleo marinara sauce and garnished with fresh basil, these baked spaghetti squash nests are perfect for meal prep or entertaining….

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Benefits of Cucumber in the Heat + Cucumber Lime Mint Agua Fresca Recipe!

Pierre Van ZylDrinks, eat

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We love using food as medicine in Eastern Medicine. Food cures are one of the coolest and simplest ways to rebalance the body. When we use seasonal summer foods, in the summer, we can help beat the heat in a powerful but delicious way! Naturally cooling and slightly sweet in flavor cucumbers are a natural…

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No-bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookies

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These cookies have three things going for them: They have chocolate. They have peanut butter. They require no oven or baking. Oh yeah, and they’re healthy to boot—gluten-free, high in fiber, and low in sugar. Some people may not consider the perks of a no-bake recipe. Just think of all the times a person is…

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32 Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast Recipes Worth Waking Up To

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Pack anti-inflammatory powerhouses like turmeric, ginger, berries, salmon, and more into your breakfasts with these easy recipes. Dealing with inflammation can be a pain, both figuratively and literally. Luckily, certain foods and spices help to significantly reduce inflammation in your body – and they’ll fit right into your breakfast routine. Research shows inflammation is involved in the…

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32 Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast Recipes Worth Waking Up To

Pierre Van ZylBreakfast, eat

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Pack anti-inflammatory powerhouses like turmeric, ginger, berries, salmon, and more into your breakfasts with these easy recipes. Dealing with inflammation can be a pain, both figuratively and literally. Luckily, certain foods and spices help to signif…