The common cucumber… turns out to not be so common when it comes to health benefits. From soothing the skin, to providing cardiovascular and antioxidant boosts, even reducing risk for certain cancers - this versatile vegetable has quite the résumé! Perhaps the most obvious benefit of cucumbers for diabetics is the way in which they contribute to lower blood sugar. This is … [Read more...] about ‘Cool As A Cucumber’ – Health Benefits Of This Refreshing Veggie
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How To Make The Perfect Salad – In A Jar!
Mason jar salads are everywhere on the internet… and now it’s time to put them in your own refrigerator! Your mason jars need to be wide-mouthed with tight-fitting lids in order to keep your salad fresh. For an entrée salad, use a larger mason jar (more room for deliciousness.) If you only want a side salad, use a smaller jar. The absolute key is to put wet ingredients in … [Read more...] about How To Make The Perfect Salad – In A Jar!
Eggs en Cocotte
This is a keeper! If you want an easy way to make a healthy meal with eggs and you are tired of the same old way you are making eggs … this is it. Easy and delicious. What is "Egg En Cocotte"? It is the French term for cooking eggs in cream or butter in a ramekin. You are only limited by your imagination and the number of ramekins you have at your disposal. A single … [Read more...] about Eggs en Cocotte