Tonight we roasted some corn on the cob in the oven. Who needs butter when you’ve got guacamole? This is a delicious combination!
Here are some other yummy ideas for your long weekend…
Posted by M. Terry on May 25, 2012
https://wholetothecore.com/2012/05/25/gauc-on-the-cob-other-memorial-day-eats/
If you have seen Star Wars as many times as my family has, then you are very familiar with the evil Chancellor Palpatine who appoints himself as Emperor, and then wins over Anakin Skywalker to the Dark Side. Thankfully, many years later, Luke Skywalker sees that there is still some good left in his father, Darth Vader, and saves him from the Dark Side. Unfortunately, soda , a very highly consumed beverage, is just like the Emperor- no good inside whatsoever. And if you think that diet soda is similar to Darth Vader- a dark outside, but really okay in the end- you are mistaken. Here are just a handful of studies that have come forth recently about the pitfalls of drinking soda- regular AND diet:
Posted by M. Terry on May 24, 2012
https://wholetothecore.com/2012/05/24/soda-the-dark-side/
Purchase some hummus to have on hand for all those hungry kids- A perfect way to get them to eat more fruit on their summer break! Delivery and pick up is available this coming Friday and Saturday. Arrangements can be made when you place your order.
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Posted by M. Terry on May 23, 2012
https://wholetothecore.com/2012/05/23/sweet-hummus-for-your-summertime-snacking/
Tomorrow, May 23rd, you can receive a free Slurpee from 7-11. They are promoting their new “Sugar-free” Slurpee made with Splenda. Fewer calories? Yes. Better for you? No. Still no nutritional value with possible adverse side effects from a processed substance. No thank you.
I recently posted my recipe for a homemade version of a Slurpee, AND Publix just so happens to have Old Orchard Frozen Juice and Ritz seltzer on sale to make it! How “convenient”!
Posted by M. Terry on May 22, 2012
https://wholetothecore.com/2012/05/22/free-slurpee-day-tomorrow-at-7-11-better-yet-make-one-yourself/
This past Saturday was my “Mother’s Day”. With a husband in the ministry, Sundays are just not an ideal time for me celebrate a special occasion, so Saturday was my day to claim as my own. My mom came over in the morning and allowed me to get in a run before we took the kids to Food Revolution Day.
It was a beautiful day at Rockledge Gardens thanks to the weather and the luscious landscaping. The kids enjoyed the fountains, ponds, and the butterflies that fluttered about them.
We test-tasted
I also had the opportunity to hand out samples of my Spiced Fig Hummus in hopes of drumming up some future business as I get ready to apply for my food license!
They had the opportunity to plant cucumber seeds as well.
They also received an “Eat the Rainbow” chart which is an excellent visual aid to get kids (or yourself) to eat each color of the rainbow every day. Click here to download the chart, or get the kids even more involved by having them make their own chart of rainbow colors.
Posted by M. Terry on May 21, 2012
https://wholetothecore.com/2012/05/21/fun-at-food-revolution-day/
As you head off to the grocery store this weekend, do not use the excuse of “healthy food is more expensive than unhealthy food” as you make your selections. According to a recent USDA study, you get more “bang for your buck” when you purchase fruit, whole grains, and the like. The example given was this:
I spend $30 a week on my organic produce box, and some of the veggies last more than a week (onion, potatoes, etc.) and the rest is finished off within the week. I do supplement some because we go through bananas and some other fruits fairly quickly. It is a great bargain for the time and effort it saves me, (I order online, pick up the box, and drive away!) and the nutrition that I know my family is receiving.
Here are some additional tips on shopping for nutrient-rich foods.
Posted by M. Terry on May 18, 2012
https://wholetothecore.com/2012/05/18/your-grocery-bill-analyzed-cost-of-healthy-food-vs-junk-food/
Trans-fatty acids (or hydrogenated oils as it reads in ingredient labels) raises your “bad” (LDL) cholesterol and lowers your “good” (HDL) cholesterol.
Posted by M. Terry on May 16, 2012
https://wholetothecore.com/2012/05/16/trans-fat-levels-are-decreasing/
This pizza is DELICIOUS! Just a warning though- It’s addictive too! Be careful because just 1/5 of the pizza has over 300 calories. I suggest topping it with grilled chicken, ground turkey breast, and/or veggies and serve with a side salad so you don’t eat ha;f the pizza!
For those with Celiac disease, Annie’s Homegrown offers a variety of pastas and snacks that are gluten-free so you can enjoy their wonderful products as well.
Posted by M. Terry on May 15, 2012
https://wholetothecore.com/2012/05/15/annies-homegrown-frozen-pizza-for-celiac-awareness-month/
For the past several months, anything that has anti-inflammatory properties is something I have been seeking since I am having issues with my eyes. So when these posts popped up on my FB page, I checked them out. Each list has 10 foods and reasons why these foods are or are not beneficial in helping the body fight inflammation. I’m glad I like foods on the “good” list! Just ate some sweet potatoes, broccoli, and olive oil!
Posted by M. Terry on May 9, 2012
https://wholetothecore.com/2012/05/09/foods-to-eat-and-foods-to-avoid-to-keep-inflammation-at-bay/
This chart was posted on Jamie Oliver’s Space Coast Food Revolution Day’s FB page. I cringed as I saw this. In just 180 days, a typical child will consume 9.5 lbs of sugar if they drink just two sugary beverages a day. This does not include the cookies in their lunchboxes or on their lunch trays, and it doesn’t include the candy bars from the vending machines as an afternoon “snack”. The saddest truth is that this is a result, for the most part, of parents who are either ignorant or apathetic when it comes to their children’s diets. While we can’t be there for every food choice they make, we can make sure our homes are stocked full of nutritious foods and that we set the example by making wise and healthy choices. Here are some more facts:
Posted by M. Terry on May 8, 2012
https://wholetothecore.com/2012/05/08/serving-up-9-5-lbs-of-sugar-to-our-kids/
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