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Protein shakes are one of the most popular health supplements used by athletes, bodybuilders, and other active adults. Protein shakes can help with weight loss, building muscle, and recovery. They are a common breakfast drink and are also often consumed...
Eat less salt by freeze drying at home
Everyone needs some salt to function. Also known as sodium chloride, salt helps maintain the body’s balance of fluids. But nearly all Americans consume more salt than they need. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the...
The Health Benefit of Smoothies
Smoothies taste great, are good for your health, and are best when they are made with nutrient dense ingredients. When made with natural, all real ingredients, like fruits and vegetables, they are a wonderful option for a meal or healthy...
Breakfast Vegetables: Part of a Healthier New Year
Fresh starts are so exciting, which is why we love January. The cookies are gone, the parties are over, and it's time to focus on new goals - and getting back into pants that don't have elastic in the waist....
Freeze Drying Cauliflower Rice and Cauliflower Potatoes
For those of you cutting down on carbs such as rice and potatoes, the magic of cauliflower can put your favorite dishes back on the menu. Cauliflower "rice" and cauliflower "potatoes" have the same consistency as real rice and potatoes....
Tips for Packing Freeze-Dried School Lunches
Packing a lunch for school can save money, give you greater control over what your kids are eating, and can help you manage food allergies. Young kids can't easily rehydrate food without hot water, but that doesn't mean you can't...
National Diabetes Awareness Month
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, timed perfectly to rain on your holiday goody parade, right? Actually, the diabetic eating guidelines are one of the healthiest and easiest eating plans you can follow, even if you don't have diabetes. All...
The poor sweet potato. It's not pretty so it's often overlooked as the nutritional powerhouse that it is. Sweet potatoes are not only one of our favorite foods, dogs love them, kids love them, and they are the secret weapon...
October is National Eat Better / Eat Together Month
October is National Eat Better / Eat Together Month, and we think both of those things sound like good ideas. With the holidays looming, getting a jump on a healthy eating plan and a strategy to navigate the upcoming feasts...