Agave has become a popular sweetener gaining in popularily ever since granulated sugar & high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) were ‘blamed’ for the obesity epidemic.  It is promoted as being the healthy, “all natural” alternative  to sugar.  It is sweeter than sugar so you can use less and get the same sweetness.  Agave is ranked lower on the Glycemic Index Scale than sugar or honey leading many to promote it as a better alternative for those with diabetes.  So is agave the solution to our sugar addiction?

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What could be better for your ticker this February than red beans and brown rice?  If you read “Eat Red for Heart Month”, you’ll note red beans are one of the highest anti-oxidant and fiber containing foods on the planet.  Pair them with brown rice and you’ve got one delicious cholesterol-reducing meal! Read the rest of this entry »

In honor of American Heart Association heart month, we recommend you “go red”.  The skin and flesh of berries and pomegranate contain antioxidants such as anthocyanins and ellagic acid while red grapes are high in anti-aging resveretrol.  Most red colored fruits and vegetables are readily available this month, so take advantage of them!  We tossed salmon into the mix despite it not being “produce” since it’s so darn heart healthy. Read the rest of this entry »

If you’re like us and missed National Get Organized Month in January fear not – February is a great month for getting your kitchen pantry in shape and National Procrastination Month is still a month away (March).  An organized, well-stocked pantry will help you save time & money while helping you eat healthier. Read the rest of this entry »