Archive for: December, 2016

Shrimp Arrabbiata

Ingredients 6 ounces fresh linguine 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup prechopped onion 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Preparation Cook […]

Tropical Chopped Salad with Shrimp

Ingredients 2 cups packaged Italian-blend salad greens 2 cups chopped bottled mango 1 1/4 cups chopped peeled English cucumber 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, cooked and peeled 1 cup diced peeled avocado 1 tablespoon chopped cashews Preparation […]

Spicy Shrimp and Rice Soup

Ingredients 4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 2 cups water 1 cup instant long-grain rice (such as Minute brand) 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined 4 lime wedges Bean sprouts (optional) Sliced green onions (optional) Chopped fresh cilantro (optional) […]

Three-Chile-Dusted Shrimp with Quick Corn Relish

Ingredients 3 1/2 teaspoons sugar, divided 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp 5 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic 2 teaspoons bottled […]

Doctor recommends foods that help with mood swings, brain fog, fatigue and unhappiness

What do you do when life gets you down? A lot of people who experience unhappiness, brain fog or mood swings think that antidepressants are the only answer, while those suffering from fatigue often end up chugging vast quantities of caffeine or seeking prescription meds. What these people often fail to realize is that nature […]

Collusion: DEA bans plant medicines, then Big Pharma patents them for profits

Is the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) really looking out for anyone’s best interests with their latest stand on natural, medicinal plants like cannabis and kratom? Most would tend to disagree with them, just on principal. But a deeper look into the matter reveals that their intent may be far more sinister than they want us […]

8 Ways to Encourage Your Child’s Health in 2017

According to new statistics on homework around the world, children in the United States could stand to benefit from more play and creative time, and less time on homework, to be healthier mentally and physically. And there’s no better time than the impending new year to shake up your child’s routine and promote a healthier […]

Sugar Addiction – 13 Effective Ways to Quit It

Addiction is a condition in which the person has uncontrollable desire to take a substance or engage in an activity, which will make the person feel good, despite knowing that it may lead to adverse effects. Moderation in everything including consuming a little sugar without going overboard has long been recommended as a way to […]

Breast Cancer and Diet: The Scientific Studies You Need to Know About

Recent statistics suggest that approximately 1 in 8 U.S women will develop invasive breast cancer during her lifetime, and 1 in 1000 men will also develop the disease1. Earlier diagnosis, advances in treatment and increased awareness have all contributed to an increased survival rate for patients with breast cancer. Scientists studying breast cancer and diet […]

Mushroom Burgers with Fried Egg and Truffle Oil

Ingredients Cooking spray 3 cups finely chopped cremini mushrooms (about 8 ounces) 1/3 cup minced shallots 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 5 garlic cloves, minced 1/3 cup cabernet sauvignon or other dry red wine 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1 pound extra-lean ground beef 4 large eggs 2 cups […]