KinkyShea's Health and Fitness Tips

Jul 15

KinkyShea’s Health and Fitness Tip of the Week

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 3 Comments

Super Food of the Week: Tomatoes Tomatoes are a jackpot of riches when it comes to their antioxidant and nutrient benefits. In terms of antioxidants, tomatoes provide a great source of vitamin C and beta-carotene in addition to being a good source of vitamin E and cancer fighting phytonutrients including lycopene. Other nutrients found in tomatoes include vitamins A, K,…

Jul 15

KinkyShea’s Health and Fitness Tip of the Week

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 2 Comments

Recipe of the Week: Crunchy Pear and Celery Salad (from www.eatingwell.com) Crisp pears meet with celery, cheddar cheese and pecans for a delicious side dish for dinner or lunch. You can shake up the flavors a bit by adding Parmesan cheese with pine nuts or crumbled Stilton with walnuts. Nutrition Profile: Diabetes appropriate, low calorie, low cholesterol, low sodium, high…

Jul 15

KinkyShea’s Health and Fitness Tip of the Week

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki No Comments

Super Food of the Week: CeleryAlong with carrots, onions and potatoes, celery has become a common household staple. Its crunchy texture and distinctive flavor makes celery a very popular addition to salads, soups and other cooked dishes. Although available throughout the year, you’ll find the best quality celery during the summer months when it is in season. Locally grown varieties…

Jul 15

KinkyShea’s Health and Fitness Tip of the Week

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 2 Comments

Recipe of the Week: Arugula and Pear Salad (From www.eatingwell.com) Pears combined with walnuts add a sweet, buttery, nutty flavor to arugula. For extra added flavor I like to add a bit of crumbled goat cheese over the salad. Nutrition Profile: Diabetes appropriate, low calorie, low cholesterol, low saturated fat, low sodium, heart and weight healthy, gluten free. Ingredients: Dressing:…

Jul 15

KinkyShea’s Health and Fitness Tip of the Week

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki One Comment

Super Food of the Week: PearsPears were once referred to as the “gift of the gods”. Pears are often juicy and sweet, with a soft, yet somewhat grainy texture. Pears are generally in season from August through October, but there are a variety of pears available year-round because of the seasonal variations among the different varieties. Depending on the variety,…

KinkyShea’s Health and Fitness Tips

KinkyShea’s Health and Fitness Tip of the Week

KinkyShea’s Health and Fitness Tip of the Week

KinkyShea’s Health and Fitness Tip of the Week

KinkyShea’s Health and Fitness Tip of the Week

KinkyShea’s Health and Fitness Tip of the Week

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