Miso-tahini spread is a tasty substitute for butter or margarine on toast, instead of mustard on a sandwich, or as a vegetable dip. Miso is a fermented paste of legume, bean, and grain, and tahini is the paste made from roasted and crushed sesame seeds. Sesame seeds are rich in minerals (iron, magnesium, manganese, copper, […]
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Omega Oils 3, 6, and 9
We need the three omega oils – 3, 6, and 9 – in the right balance. This article explains why and how. Fats help keep the integrity of every cell of your body, so we recommend you go out of your way to consume the highest quality fats available. Omega fatty acids are important for: Normal growth and […]
Buying the Freshest, Best Olive Oil
You need the freshest, best omega oils 3, 6, and 9 to function optimally. Fats facilitate signaling between cells to keep the body healthy, so buy only the best quality olive oil because truly “you are what you eat.” Here’s what to look for on the labels: Virginity: refers to the mashing method of oil extraction […]
Why You Need Fats In Your Diet
You need fats in your body for many reasons. Fat protects our internal organs, and provide energy, nerve conduction, warmth, cell integrity, a place for hormones and neurotransmitters to hang out, and padding to keep us comfortable. We find fascinating the function of fat as a key component of the cell membrane. Think of that […]
Healthy Cooking Oil Options
In a previous post we outlined the reasons fats are good for you, listed the good fats and the bad fats so you’ll know the difference. Here we want to share a list of the healthiest cooking oils: Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: light, fruity flavor, high anti-oxidant value in fresh (6 months or less), destroyed in very […]