Green Vegetables

You should be eating green vegetables all the time, but it’s especially important during the pandemic. If you can’t get fresh produce, buy bags of frozen veggies in the supermarket.

Fruit

Various fruits make a perfect snack when you’re in the mood for something sweet. They will satisfy your sugar cravings and provide your body with much-needed vitamins.

Tea

You should drink plenty of water every day and add a few cups of tea, too. Herbal tea is excellent before sleep, and green or black tea can keep you awake if you want to avoid coffee.

Nuts

Nuts are a perfect replacement for store-bought snacks. They are high in calories so you won’t need much, but they will keep you healthy and energized all day long.

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Here are four ways that you can add more fiber into your diet.

Whole-Grain Products

Whole-grain products are a fantastic source of dietary fiber. Instead of using white bread products for your sandwiches or as an accompaniment for dinner, try using their whole-grain varieties. They provide an excellent fiber boost for your diet.

Whole Fruits and Vegetables

Did you know that the peels and skins of fruits and vegetables typically contain lots of fiber? Instead of peeling your apples and kiwis, you should try eating them with the skin on. This will add loads of fiber to your diet.

Legumes

Legumes, which include peas and beans, are famous for containing lots of fiber. They can be a great side dish for lots of dinner entrees and are a mindless way to up your fiber consumption.

Nuts and Seeds

One little-known source of fiber is nuts and seeds. Did you know, for example, that almonds contain 12 g of dietary fiber per 100 grams? Munch on seeds and nuts throughout your day for a tasty snack and to up your fiber intake.

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One serving of pumpkin seeds – an ounce – has 160 calories and plenty of iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. Here are three reasons to include more pumpkin seeds in your diet.

• They contain tryptophan, an amino acid that generates melatonin and serotonin. These hormones are responsible for your mood and quality of sleep, among other things.
• Pumpkin seeds have anti-inflammatory properties, which means they can help you deal with arthritis and similar diseases.
• Thanks to magnesium content, they will help your cardiovascular and nervous systems stay healthy.

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If you have a big wooden spoon in your kitchen, now is the time to use it because it’s the secret tip to getting out the seeds of a pomegranate! All you have to do is slice the pomegranate in half width-ways, hold the half in your hand so the seeds are facing towards your palm, and over a bowl start smacking the pomegranate with the back of the spoon! Soon all the seeds will be falling out and it won’t take you more than a minute or two. Do it for the other half and store in your fridge for salads, sauces, or just snacking!

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Sure, the snacks in there aren’t always terrible, but it’s no vegetable farm. So why not avoid the temptation altogether and just bring some snacks from home The following recipes are not only healthy but easier to make than you could possibly imagine.

Who Knew Seeds Tasted So Good?

Seeds are everywhere and great for us, so it’s time to start making them a part of your daily diet. One great way to do this is with Seedy Sesame Granaloa Bars—with chocolate!

Start by preheating your oven to 350º F. Now, get a large bowl and combine some gluten-free rolled oats, sea salt, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, cacao nibs and chia seeds. Toss it up and set aside.

In a saucepan, combine tahini, brown-rice syrup, maple syrup, coconut oil and vanilla until warm (don’t bring to a boil). Then pour that over your oat and seed mixture and start forming it into log shapes.

Lay the logs onto your baking sheet and throw in the oven for 25–27 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. For dramatic effect, drizzle some chocolate after the bars are finished and place in the refrigerator to firm up.

Goldfish For Adults

We all love Goldfish crackers, but let’s face it—they’re not good for you. Don’t worry. There is a solution. These “grown up crackers” use chickpea flour, turmeric, and a wide range of seeds to replicate the childhood favorite.

To make the dough, you want to pour your ingredients (chickpea flour, oat flour, nutritional yeast, sea salt, garlic powder, turmeric, and cayenne) into a food processor. Pulse a few times until mixed then slowly pour water into the food processor.

A cracker dough should start to form into a ball. Upon finishing, grab your big ball, break it into small balls and smash them thin. Layer your thin pieces of dough on a parchment lined baking sheet and then bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Kale Chips You Can Be Proud Of

You don’t have to be lame when eating kale chips. With this recipe, you’ll be the talk of the office.

To get started, mix kale, olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, seed mixture and salt and pepper into a bowl. Massage it like you’ve never massaged before and then spread the kale out on a large baking sheet in a single layer.

Quick bake the kale for about eight minutes, making sure to rotate the sheet halfway. You want your edges to be light brown and crisp. Let them all cool to achieve optimum crunch.

Unleash Your Inner Granola

You love granola. You might not know it yet, but you do. So start making these scrumptious granola clumps for breakfast and live the life you’ve always dreamt of. First off, layer some gluten-free rolled oats onto a parchment lined baking sheet and slide into a 350º F oven for 15 minutes or until fragrant. Remove and allow to cool.

Meanwhile, whisk together some maple syrup, sugar, coconut oil, vanilla, cinnamon, and sea salt in a large bowl. Now add your toasted oats, almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and ground flaxseeds until completely combined.

Now take this mixture and spread it all over your baking sheet until the entire thing is filled with a flat, compact granola mixture. Bake that for 40 minutes, making sure to rotate the sheet halfway through and wait until it’s golden brown.

Let it all cool before breaking chunks away from the baking sheet and storing away for breakfast.

How To Eat Peas With Ease

For the final recipe on our list, we’re keeping it simple. Super simple. Do you like frozen peas? Doesn’t matter, you will after this. Take 1/2 cup of frozen peas and mix with some fresh mint and lime juice from half a lime. Mash it all together and you now have some healthy pea dip.

Serve with your favorite, healthy dipping utensil and you’re good until lunch time.

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Green Vegetables

You should be eating green vegetables all the time, but it’s especially important during the pandemic. If you can’t get fresh produce, buy bags of frozen veggies in the supermarket.

Fruit

Various fruits make a perfect snack when you’re in the mood for something sweet. They will satisfy your sugar cravings and provide your body with much-needed vitamins.

Tea

You should drink plenty of water every day and add a few cups of tea, too. Herbal tea is excellent before sleep, and green or black tea can keep you awake if you want to avoid coffee.

Nuts

Nuts are a perfect replacement for store-bought snacks. They are high in calories so you won’t need much, but they will keep you healthy and energized all day long.

The post Foods That Will Boost Your Immunity appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are four ways that you can add more fiber into your diet.

Whole-Grain Products

Whole-grain products are a fantastic source of dietary fiber. Instead of using white bread products for your sandwiches or as an accompaniment for dinner, try using their whole-grain varieties. They provide an excellent fiber boost for your diet.

Whole Fruits and Vegetables

Did you know that the peels and skins of fruits and vegetables typically contain lots of fiber? Instead of peeling your apples and kiwis, you should try eating them with the skin on. This will add loads of fiber to your diet.

Legumes

Legumes, which include peas and beans, are famous for containing lots of fiber. They can be a great side dish for lots of dinner entrees and are a mindless way to up your fiber consumption.

Nuts and Seeds

One little-known source of fiber is nuts and seeds. Did you know, for example, that almonds contain 12 g of dietary fiber per 100 grams? Munch on seeds and nuts throughout your day for a tasty snack and to up your fiber intake.

The post Four Ways to Incorporate More Fiber into Your Diet appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

One serving of pumpkin seeds – an ounce – has 160 calories and plenty of iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. Here are three reasons to include more pumpkin seeds in your diet.

• They contain tryptophan, an amino acid that generates melatonin and serotonin. These hormones are responsible for your mood and quality of sleep, among other things.
• Pumpkin seeds have anti-inflammatory properties, which means they can help you deal with arthritis and similar diseases.
• Thanks to magnesium content, they will help your cardiovascular and nervous systems stay healthy.

The post Top 3 Reasons to Eat Pumpkin Seeds More Often appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

If you have a big wooden spoon in your kitchen, now is the time to use it because it’s the secret tip to getting out the seeds of a pomegranate! All you have to do is slice the pomegranate in half width-ways, hold the half in your hand so the seeds are facing towards your palm, and over a bowl start smacking the pomegranate with the back of the spoon! Soon all the seeds will be falling out and it won’t take you more than a minute or two. Do it for the other half and store in your fridge for salads, sauces, or just snacking!

The post Best And Easiest Way to Get Pomegranate Seeds Out appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Sure, the snacks in there aren’t always terrible, but it’s no vegetable farm. So why not avoid the temptation altogether and just bring some snacks from home The following recipes are not only healthy but easier to make than you could possibly imagine.

Who Knew Seeds Tasted So Good?

Seeds are everywhere and great for us, so it’s time to start making them a part of your daily diet. One great way to do this is with Seedy Sesame Granaloa Bars—with chocolate!

Start by preheating your oven to 350º F. Now, get a large bowl and combine some gluten-free rolled oats, sea salt, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, cacao nibs and chia seeds. Toss it up and set aside.

In a saucepan, combine tahini, brown-rice syrup, maple syrup, coconut oil and vanilla until warm (don’t bring to a boil). Then pour that over your oat and seed mixture and start forming it into log shapes.

Lay the logs onto your baking sheet and throw in the oven for 25–27 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. For dramatic effect, drizzle some chocolate after the bars are finished and place in the refrigerator to firm up.

Goldfish For Adults

We all love Goldfish crackers, but let’s face it—they’re not good for you. Don’t worry. There is a solution. These “grown up crackers” use chickpea flour, turmeric, and a wide range of seeds to replicate the childhood favorite.

To make the dough, you want to pour your ingredients (chickpea flour, oat flour, nutritional yeast, sea salt, garlic powder, turmeric, and cayenne) into a food processor. Pulse a few times until mixed then slowly pour water into the food processor.

A cracker dough should start to form into a ball. Upon finishing, grab your big ball, break it into small balls and smash them thin. Layer your thin pieces of dough on a parchment lined baking sheet and then bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Kale Chips You Can Be Proud Of

You don’t have to be lame when eating kale chips. With this recipe, you’ll be the talk of the office.

To get started, mix kale, olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, chili powder, seed mixture and salt and pepper into a bowl. Massage it like you’ve never massaged before and then spread the kale out on a large baking sheet in a single layer.

Quick bake the kale for about eight minutes, making sure to rotate the sheet halfway. You want your edges to be light brown and crisp. Let them all cool to achieve optimum crunch.

Unleash Your Inner Granola

You love granola. You might not know it yet, but you do. So start making these scrumptious granola clumps for breakfast and live the life you’ve always dreamt of. First off, layer some gluten-free rolled oats onto a parchment lined baking sheet and slide into a 350º F oven for 15 minutes or until fragrant. Remove and allow to cool.

Meanwhile, whisk together some maple syrup, sugar, coconut oil, vanilla, cinnamon, and sea salt in a large bowl. Now add your toasted oats, almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and ground flaxseeds until completely combined.

Now take this mixture and spread it all over your baking sheet until the entire thing is filled with a flat, compact granola mixture. Bake that for 40 minutes, making sure to rotate the sheet halfway through and wait until it’s golden brown.

Let it all cool before breaking chunks away from the baking sheet and storing away for breakfast.

How To Eat Peas With Ease

For the final recipe on our list, we’re keeping it simple. Super simple. Do you like frozen peas? Doesn’t matter, you will after this. Take 1/2 cup of frozen peas and mix with some fresh mint and lime juice from half a lime. Mash it all together and you now have some healthy pea dip.

Serve with your favorite, healthy dipping utensil and you’re good until lunch time.

The post 5 Healthy Snack Recipes That Will Make You Say Goodbye To Vending Machines appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.