Tag: HDL cholesterol

• Have you had a Leek lately?

  Leeks have been part of my diet ever since I can remember, as they are a part of European and Mediterranean cooking. It’s not as commonly used in the American kitchen which is the reason for this post. I would like to help you discover a new vegetable that is so good for you, readily…

  Svendblad Josephine

  03/30/2010

  Entree, Food Wisdom, Health & Fitness, Paleo, Primal, Side Dish

  coconut oil, gluten-free, HDL cholesterol, health, LDL cholesterol, natural oils, vegetables, Vegetarian

• What is Ghee? & How can I make Ghee?

  Some of our friends and family are wondering what Ghee is and how they can prepare it at home, so we thought it would be both interesting and fun to write a post about it. Ghee is Sanskrit for clarified butter. It is basically butter that has the milk solids and water removed. It is…

  Svendblad Josephine

  03/25/2010

  Food Wisdom, Health & Fitness, Primal

  antioxidants, butter, ghee, HDL cholesterol, health, natural oils, Vegetarian

• The Health and Wealth of Swiss Chard

  Swiss chard like spinach has many phytonutrients that have health promotional and disease prevention attributes. This lushly dark green vegetable is Very low in calories (19 kcal per 100 g fresh, raw leaves) and fats; recommended in cholesterol controlling and weight reduction programs. It’s beautiful leaves are a powerful source of anti-oxidant vitamin, and vitamin-C. …

  Svendblad Josephine

  03/23/2010

  Food Wisdom, Health & Fitness, Primal, Side Dish

  antioxidants, coconut oil, HDL cholesterol, health, LDL cholesterol, prunes, super-food, vegetables, Vegetarian