29 Wednesday Feb 2012
When I was in high school, I took a cooking class from my high school teacher, Ms. Nesalhous. She taught us the basics of cooking, and I remember trying out different recipes from cookbooks my mom had at home. Continue reading »
28 Tuesday Feb 2012
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I am back and ready to try again after a week where little went as planned. The last three days of the week, I spent in bed fighting some horrendous cold that I am still trying to get over. So I am anxious to get healthy and active again. 🙂
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24 Friday Feb 2012
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After posting the Okara burger recipe last week, I realized that I probably should have done a better job of explaining what Okara actually is. When I was a child, my grandmother used to make a Japanese dish out of okara. It was almost like an ultra smooth version of couscous in that it was very soft and had little texture. Continue reading »
23 Thursday Feb 2012
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Today is going to be a beautiful, warm day. I thought I would take advantage of the heat and wash our yoga mats. 🙂 How often do you wash your yoga mat?
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23 Thursday Feb 2012
Chile Relleno is a popular Mexican dish, translated it means “stuffed chile.” Traditionally, chile relleno is a dish that is stuffed with cheese, battered and then deep-fried. I thought with a few changes, I could make this dish healthier and just as tasty. Continue reading »
20 Monday Feb 2012
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My dog Kasper
Anyone that knows me knows that my dog Kasper is my best friend. Not only does he give me unconditional love and companionship, but he is a great exercise companion. It is amazing to me that he can walk for an hour and a half without getting the least bit tired. 🙂 Continue reading »
19 Sunday Feb 2012
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Last week, I started off strong and fizzled out in the end. Still, I am proud of 7 weeks of regular exercise. I am feeling more energetic and flexible. Also, my tennis elbow is doing better. This week’s schedule is lighter, I am trying to be realistic this week. Wish me luck.
2/19/12 Yoga 1-hr class, Weight Training 30 min √
17 Friday Feb 2012
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Almonds are one of the world’s most popular nuts, with all the health benefits almonds offer; it is easy to understand their long-standing popularity. Just one serving a day, ¼ cup, provides countless health benefits. Continue reading »
15 Wednesday Feb 2012
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This is an extermely inexpensive way to eat a veggie burger. You can make these burgers for a fraction of the cost of regular veggie burgers. I came up with this recipe because students in my vegetarian course were complaining about the cost of vegetarian convenience items. Continue reading »
14 Tuesday Feb 2012
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The best Valentine gift you can give your loved ones is to live a healthy lifestyle. 🙂
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