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Almonds

Not a nut, but actually a seed, the almond is full of surprises. Learn more here

Vegan Diet. The Fountain of Youth?
Vegan Diet. The Fountain of Youth?

For centuries, people have told tales of adventurers/entrepreneurs going on long, treacherous journeys to try and discover the fountain of youth—a spring that prevents aging. What if I told you that the…

Popular Recipes

Large-Batch Date and Nut Granola

Why such a large batch? A family of five can eat and enjoy an astonishing amount of granola for breakfast. Plus, what is granola but a perfect breakfast food, garnish, and everyday snack?

Gallo Pinto

This simple but appetizing dish is usually eaten for breakfast in both Costa Rica and Nicaragua, although it is also served at other times of the day. It can be done with black or red beans. It is usually accompanied with corn tortillas or male bananas if desired, but for a more balanced meal for diabetics, we recommend accompanying it with a steamed salad or vegetables.

Mac and Cheeze

Many folks drawn to making vegan dishes might already know some of the tricks to making a great dairy-free mac & cheese, but if you haven’t heard them yet: nutritional yeast is key, soymilk and tofu add a decadent, silky bite, and mustard, although optional in this recipe, is a big, big flavor-booster

Chili Cheeze Baked Potato
Chili Cheeze Baked Potato

A plain baked potato only has 160 calories with only 1% of calories from fat. They rate high in satiety, meaning they help fill you up, so you may eat less. Potatoes also contain proteinase inhibitors, which may suppress appetite. How you prepare a potato is important. So toss the sour cream and butter and top with a tasty 3-bean chili!

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