Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Home Cooked Meal or Eating Out?

Everybody enjoys a delicious home cooked meal made with love while the family sits around the table and gets the chance to spend time with one another. But going out for a tasty dinner at a local restaurant can also be a relaxing, satisfying experience.
 
So what do you prefer?
 
Family oriented home cooked meal?
 
Simplistic, relaxing meal on the town?
 


Leave a comment below and we'll see which dining experience is most preferred!

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

What's Up of the Week

What's up with Kale?

Kale has become a very popular vegetable of choice in the past few years. But what's up with this glorified lettuce? Are there really added benefits or is it just another green food that people pretend to LOVE but actually choke down in order to look healthy?

Here are some interesting facts about the super food KALE:
  • Kale helps fight five different cancers! Bladder, breast, colon, ovary and prostate cancer are no match to this risk fighting veggie.
  • Kale supports the body's natural detoxification system.
  • Kale is PACKED with nutrients and antioxidants that help your body stay strong and healthy
There are tons of other benefits associated with kale and different recipes available to integrate this healthy option into your diet. Here's a link to a recipe for delicious stir fried kale served up hot that takes less than 10 minutes. If you're on the go, here's another recipe for a kale & banana smoothie with all the right ingredients. So next time you're feeling green and healthy, pick up some kale and try something new!
 
PS-This website has a lot of good info on the health benefits kale offers and how to cook it up right.