Tag Archives: healthy eating

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  5 Avocado Smoothie Recipes You Never Knew You Needed

  [fl]H[/fl]onestly, I’ve never been the biggest fan of avocados. They’ve never sat well on my taste buds. At one point in my life, I couldn’t even stand them. This all changed the day I made my first avocado smoothie. Once I paired avocados with other healthy ingredients that I actually like,...

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  5 Diet Blunders That Are Increasing Your Risk For Cancer

  Let’s be honest! We all have bad eating habits that make our doctors cringe. When it comes to the fight against breast cancer, there are certain habits that could actually increase your risk. How many of these diet blunders are you making?1. Drinking too much alcohol. Sure, there is nothing w...

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  Yam and Kale Pottage Recipe

  This simple pottage recipe is one of my favorites when the rainy season rolls around in Lagos. It also makes a wonderful warming meal for autumn or fall abroad. The addition of kale adds a pop of color and superfood goodness; and can be enjoyed as an easy, healthy weeknight supper with grilled c...

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  Super Foods You Need To Know About

  [fl]T[/fl]he term ‘super food’ is defined as a food with an exceptional concentration of nutrients. Sometimes the hype makes more of an impact than the actual food, but then occasionally an edible gem sashays to our attention and wows in all its health-giving glory. Read on to find out why the...

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  Want To Make Better Food Choices? Read The Nutrition Label!

  [fl]I[/fl]t is a tool that is easily found on hundreds of pre-packaged foods neatly displayed on supermarket shelves and yet the nutrition label is one of the most under-utilized health resources. Mandated by many governments, “Nutrition Facts” can help you make informed decisions about the fo...

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  Recipe: Heartwarming Catfish Pepper Soup

  [fl]C[/fl] atfish pepper soup is a delicious comfort food that is very easy to prepare. It is also known as “point and kill” because of how the catfish is bought at local markets: you select your desired fish by pointing at it and it is killed and prepared for you. Catfish also has tremendo...

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  Creamy Coconut, Corn and Scotch Bonnet Soup

  [fl]W[/fl]ith the perfect balance of sweetness, spice and the creaminess of coconut, this hearty soup is sure to brighten up any dull day. This is comfort food at its finest - simple enough to serve as a go-to lunch or dinner and impressive enough to wow your guests at a dinner party. Use organic ...

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  Smoothie How-To Guide: “Smoothie 101”

  [fl]A[/fl] re you a smoothie-lover? Or, maybe you’re new to the world of blending? Smoothies are an easy way to get your fruit and veggie servings each day. They are convenient, on-the-go meals or snacks, and they taste great! In this Smoothie How-to Guide, I’ll walk you through the benefits ...

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