If you want to keep your joints healthy for the longest time possible, you should take care of them from a very early age but it’s never too late to start. The best is to look after your joints holistically which includes keeping the whole body in harmony as well. A healthy diet and active […]
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These Lebanese-inspired Grilled Chicken Kabobs are seasoned with za’atar and served with a cool Laban Cucumber Yogurt Sauce.
These Grilled Chicken Kabobs are marinated in lemon juice, olive oil, za’atar, and garlic and served with a cucumber yogurt sauce on the side. You can use either chicken breasts or thighs. I use both depending on what I have on hand. Of course, breast is leaner so that means they’ll be a little drier than thighs, but both taste wonderful. Some other great grilled kabob options are these Grilled Shrimp Scampi Skewers, Grilled Salmon Kabobs, and Grilled Lemon Dijon Chicken Skewers.
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Chicken Lombardy is an insanely delicious cheesy version of Chicken Marsala baked to perfection with mozzarella and scallions. Ready in about 30 minutes!
The combination of mushrooms in a creamy sauce is delicious over top any protein. Try this Creamy Chicken Marsala or Creamy Garlic Pork Marsala for more family meals.
Hi guys! Natasha from Salt & Lavender here with my monthly guest post. Rumor has it that Chicken Lombardy was a dish served at the Olive Garden restaurant. It was so popular that it’s popped up online and there’s many different versions. This “copycat” version is very simple to make, doesn’t use a ton of ingredients, and is sure to be a family favorite!
I make this dish super easy by using an oven-proof skillet. That way, you start the recipe on the stove and finish it in the oven without any hassle.
Marsala is a fortified wine that gives this dish its signature flavor. You should be able to buy it anywhere liquor is sold. It’s an amazing addition to many dishes. If you don’t have marsala, you could try substituting sherry, but the dish won’t taste quite the same.
What to Serve this Dish With?
Try pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice. If you want something a bit lighter, serve it with steamed veggies or a side salad like this Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette.
If you're anything like us, you haven't been able to get enough of Abbie "I'm a Gemini" Chatfield since her very first moment on the red carpet of The Bachelor Australia earlier this year. Of course, it's been quite a journey since then. We watched her romance with Bachelor Matt Agnew take off like a shooting star (get it? 'Coz he's an astrophysicist?!), but later fizzle out in the finale, when he chose Chelsie McLeod to be his love (their relationship as since fizzled too).
Throughout the season, and many times since then, Abbie has found herself on the receiving end of some pretty nasty comments about everything from her sex-positive attitude to her body, but like the absolute boss she is, she's continued to be true to herself, responding to her haters with empowering messages for everyone to learn from. Here are some of our favourites.
Introduction by Croakey: While the COVID-19 pandemic has amplified the voices of medical and scientific experts and resulted in the development of evidence-based policy, some cracks have also appeared in Australia’s democratic processes. In a submission to a Senate inquiry into the Government’s response to the pandemic, public health advocate […]
I.Love.Snacks.
And it turns out it’s not just me – Tiffy Hall loves them too. So much so that she wrote an entire cook book dedicated to snacks! And not just any snacks, these ones are filling and jam packed with ingredients that are good for you!
Kale, Sweet Potato and Feta Muffins. Any recipe with kale in the title gives it health points! I make these muffins at the start of my week and use them throughout the week. I have them for a quick grab and go snack, or as a nutritious breakfast option if I’m running short on time. They work for Finn and Aria too! If there are any left over on the third day after baking (which is unlikely) I just pop them in a sandwich bag in the freezer to use later. They are brilliant!
Are you a snacker? If you do love a little something between meals, make sure it is nutritious and based on whole foods. If you include carbs make sure that they are unrefined.
If you want more tips and ideas for snacks have a look at Tiff’s new book, Snack Power. It’s got nutritions snacks for every mood and occasion!
Images and text from Snack Power by Tiffiny Hall, photography by Brent Parker Jones. Murdoch Books RRP $32.99
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VicHealth is putting the spotlight on local communities and urban design this week as part of its Life and Health ReImagined initiative. Join the webinar discussions from 2pm AEST on Thursday, Streets for people – lessons from a return to local living. Marie McInerney previews the discussions below for the […]
In an interview with SiriusXM CBC radio station, Katy Perry has opened up about the time she contemplated suicide following her split with her now-fiancé Orlando Bloom.
The singer revealed that back in 2017 she suffered a breakdown after her album 'Witness' bombed commercially and her romance with Orlando had temporarily come to an end.
"My career was on this trajectory when it was going up, up and up and then I had the smallest shift, not that huge from an outside perspective. But for me it was seismic," she said.
"I had given so much out, and it literally broke me in half. I had broken up with my boyfriend, who is now my baby daddy-to-be. And then I was excited about flying high off the next record, but the validation did not make me high, and so I just crashed."
The mum-to-be went on to explain how her faith helped her recover. "It was so important for me to be broken so that I could find my wholeness in a whole different way. And be more dimensional than just living my life like a thirsty pop star all the time.
"Gratitude is probably the thing that saved my life, because if I did not find that I would have wallowed in my own sadness and probably just jumped. But I found the ways to be grateful. If it gets really, really hard I walk around and say, 'I am grateful, I am grateful!'; even though I am in a sh***y mood."
Thankfully, Perry, who's giving birth to her first child later this year, explained how she finally feels like she's in a good place after struggling with her mental health her whole life.
"Hope has always been an option for me, because of my relationship with God and something that is bigger than me. Of course if I am the one controlling my destiny I am going to be the one driving it into the ground. My hope is that something bigger than me created me for a purpose and created me for a reason, and that I'm not disposable, and that every person that's been created has a purpose."
Katy was planning on dropping her fifth album in June, but it has been pushed back to later this year.
If you aren't feeling great and you need to talk to someone, remember: you are not alone. There are people just on the other side of the phone waiting to speak to you - just call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or BeyondBlue on 1300 22 4636.
This Olive Rosemary Garlic Sourdough is a new favourite variation on my Basic Loaf. If you like olives, rosemary and garlic, you’ll love this. Check out the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit your specific dietary requirements….
This delicious Chicken Satay Tray Bake is super tasty and easy to make. I love satay chicken but I can never be bothered threading the meat onto skewers. Here you have the flavour with out the fuss. Plus, the added nutrition of the vegetables too…and all in one tray. Take a look at the variations…
Of all the ways you can easily become confused by what foods are “healthy,” the most common is the cruelest. The diet industry loves to take a concept that you understand on a basic level, and then twist science to make it seem that certain foods are dangerous to your health.
The manipulation of fear pushes you towards more restrictive diets, “requires” you to waste money on tests that only heighten your fear (unnecessary), and this forces behavioral changes that are unnatural to your preferences and, oftentimes, just lead to more frustration and failure.
This is exactly what has happened with the “alkaline diet,” or any dietary suggestions that make you worry about the alkalinity or acidity of a food.
Before you shift your diet based on the pH levels of foods or spend extra money to have a more alkaline-based diet (yeah, we’re looking at you alkaline water), let’s clear the air on what’s happening in your body and what really matters for your health.
In order for all of this to make sense, here’s a quick refresher that explains why people are even concerned with the acidity or alkalinity of the foods you eat.
Your body has a pH level that establishes whether something is acid, neutral, or basic (AKA more alkaline heavy). Your pH balance runs on a 14 point scale, with 0-6.9 being acidic, 7 is neutral, and anything above a “7” is basic.
When your body is balanced, it’s able to use vitamins and minerals more effectively. And, there’s a growing belief that cancers thrive in an acidic environment.
Therefore, there’s an assumption that following an alkaline diet will reduce the acidic environment of your body and keep you safe.
Fortunately, for your sake and the health of your body, eating more acidic foods does not pose the threats you’ll see across the internet.
People who recommend eating a more “alkaline diet” will suggest that acidic foods change the pH of your blood and increase your risk for disease.
This is simply not true and here’s why: Your blood pH is tightly regulated so it stays between 7.35 and 7.45, which is slightly alkaline (1 is acidic, 7 is neutral, and 14 is alkaline).
No food can lower or raise blood pH. (Let that sink in as the first sign that any acid/alkaline diet suggestions are scare tactics based on bad science.)
To be clear: food cannot change the pH of your blood.
There are many systems in place to prevent that from happening. If the pH of your blood changes, that means you’re in critical health danger. So, the belief that eating an acidic diet will change blood in a way that causes a life-threatening disease (like cancer) isn’t real.
Now, some people will confuse you by having you test your urine when you eat certain foods. If you do this, it’s likely that you’ll see pH changes. But, looking at your urine as an indicator of acid levels in your body is very misleading.
That’s because your stomach is very acidic due to the fact that it helps break down food. So, if you eat acidic food, once it passes through your stomach, naturally, you will excrete acid. This does not mean that your body is in any sort of danger or out of balance.
Furthermore, a blood pH below 7.35 is known as metabolic acidosis, while alkalosis refers to a blood pH above 7.45. Either case is cause for serious concern and requires immediate medical attention. It’s not like you’d eat meat, change your pH level, and have issues without knowing.
If the pH level of your blood changes, you will know and you’ll likely feel very sick.
That’s not to say that eating some acidic foods won’t have consequences, but it’s a bait-and-switch rationale. Added sugars and refined starches are problematic not because they are “acid-forming,” but because they are minimally nutritious, raise biomarkers for heart disease, and can wreak havoc on our blood sugar levels.
While there’s no need to test or worry about the acidity or alkalinity of your urine, there are other reasons to eat a more alkaline diet — and all of those reasons have nothing to do with testing pH levels.
Many of the world’s healthiest foods just happen to be alkaline.
Alkaline foods include fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and legumes. Eating those foods is a good idea, in general, but that doesn’t mean you need to stay away from acidic foods (like meat and eggs), and there’s no evidence that the acidity of your diet will bring on disease.
And don’t just take our word for it. According to resources from the American Institute for Cancer Research: “Altering the cell environment of the human body to create a less-acidic, less-cancer-friendly environment is virtually impossible.”
If you’re thinking about buying alkaline water, please save your money. You can read all about why in this article from The New York Times.
But, if you want to eat more alkaline foods, do so without worrying about the pH and simply because they are good options that fit into your dietary preferences.
Have questions? Share them in the comments below.
And if you’re sick and tired of the diet industry misleading you, the hands-on support of our online coaching program may be right for you. Every client is assigned two coaches — one for nutrition and one for fitness. Find out more here.
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Even though the Coronavirus pandemic is slowly passing away, we’re still not fully back to normal. Moreover, it seems that the return to our ordinary lives is going to take a while, especially if we won’t act responsibly. That’s why it’s essential to follow all the instructions that all specialists give you, and that includes […]
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Baja Fish Tacos are soft tortilla shells stuffed with crispy beer battered cod and topped with pico de gallo and the perfect cilantro ranch dressing. Every bite of the fried fish is bursting with flavor but is still light and fresh enough for a perfect summer meal!
Fish tacos are a great seafood version of the tried and true taco. Try Easy Shrimp Tacos and Grilled Spicy Blackened Salmon Tacos for more great fish taco recipes!
Fresh and colorful fish tacos are the quick and easy, but insanely delicious recipe you have been looking for this summer! They are so easy to put together and make a great meal for any day of the week. The cod is perfectly flaky with a well seasoned beer battered coating that has the perfect amount of crisp.
Load your fish into homemade tortillas for a soft shell. Then drizzle the pan fried cod with freshly diced pico de gallo and homemade cilantro ranch dressing as your baja sauce. Finally, sprinkle cilantro all over for a vibrant citrusy spice and great color. These tacos are a dinner everyone will go crazy over!
Don’t let this long list scare you because a big part of ingredient list is seasonings for the perfectly crispy crust on the cod. These are those staple spices you already have in your cabinet and get used often! The fresh cod will be the most important element of these fish tacos, so be sure to buy the freshest fish you can find. Even if that means swapping out cod for a different fresh catch of the day!
This savory fish taco is not too complicated to make. If you are not used to working with fish, no problem! This recipe is easy to follow. Start by slicing the fish and dredging it in the batter. Then, fry it in hot oil for a short 2-3 minutes per side. Once your fish is done, you are ready to put together the most amazing fish tacos you have ever had!
The original Baja Taco was made with a deep fried white fish, creamy white sauce, and shredded cabbage or slaw. It is easy to see why it has remained so popular! It is an easy and crowd-pleasing meal. Everyone can pile their taco up and stuff it with all their favorite toppings. These will be the best fish tacos you have ever had!
Some pro tips to follow:
You are going to love these amazing fish tacos! Especially since the ingredients can be prepped and stored ahead of time! Your tacos will ready to build any night of the week! Be sure to store baja taco toppings separately for the best results.
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Fashion in the 1940s was very much influenced by World War II. Limited and restricted resources also influenced women’s clothing in the ’40s. Less fabric meant less voluminous clothes Women dressed modestly, and looked cheerful with the power of makeup in such tough times. DAY DRESSES – Fashion during the period of the war was […]
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