We hear a lot about super foods. The most recent one is coconut oil which is suppose to be great for everything from making hair conditioner to weight control to controlling Type 2 Diabetes.
Today's article is an interesting read on some of the benefits of coconut oil. Check it out for yourself.
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Sunday, July 12, 2015
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Happy International Hummus Day
Who knew it? Hummus has a special day - an international special day.
Hummus has long been a staple in the diets of people living in the Middle East. As a matter of fact, the first recipe for hummus was found in ancient cookbooks in Egypt.
While hummus is tasty and you can find it in a variety of flavors - mine has roasted red bell peppers - don't forget the health benefit of hummus.
Hummus:
So, grab some hummus and - happy International Hummus Day!
Hummus has long been a staple in the diets of people living in the Middle East. As a matter of fact, the first recipe for hummus was found in ancient cookbooks in Egypt.
While hummus is tasty and you can find it in a variety of flavors - mine has roasted red bell peppers - don't forget the health benefit of hummus.
Hummus:
- is a great source of protein
- has no cholesterol or saturated fats
- chickpeas, the base in making hummus, can actually help reduce the build up of cholesterol in blood vessels
- using ingredients like olive oil and garlic (great for fighting infections and boosting the immune system) are added benefits
So, grab some hummus and - happy International Hummus Day!
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