Author: Melody

Brown rice is a type of rice that is closer to the original state it was at in nature. Brown rice has not had the outer bran removed, which helps to keep more fiber and nutrients in tact. However, it is important to be aware that brown rice has significantly higher arsenic levels than white…

Eggplant can be a tricky vegetable to use. It often gets fried since people are not always sure what to do. Here is a great casserole that utilizes eggplants hearty texture to help with the structure of the dish. We hope you enjoy it! Ingredients 1 large eggplant or 2 smaller eggplant 1 onion 1…

The kitchen is where a lot of our health starts, and it is imperative to make sure that before we start cooking, the materials we are using to cook are safe. Starting with your utensils is a great way to get into some better materials without committing to a costly purchase. Keep in mind the…

There is much to be said about grains, but this week we will start with talking about rice. Rice is a staple for a large part of the worlds population. It is important to keep variety in the diet. Since there are so many different types of rice, don’t get stuck on one kind! For…

Here at the Hart Center, we understand that moving towards a healthier diet can be very challenging. During the transition, people can crave many different things, and one of the common things seem to be sweet chocolatey desserts. Inspired by Navita’s Naturals Cacao Goji Power Snacks, we came up with a delicious fudge-like chocolate dessert.…

When looking for different things to replace gluten with, it is always helpful to go back to vegetables. Gluten-free products tend to have a lot of other fillers and sugar in them in order to achieve a more familiar taste or texture to a regular white bread. Here at the Hart Center, we made some…

Adrenal Fatigue is a syndrome that occurs when the adrenal glands are not working at the ideal levels. This leaves sufferers in a state which is over-stressed, fatigued, and generally run down. Adrenal Fatigue can be caused by many different situations, and is often a multi-faceted problem. In order to cause adrenal fatigue, the adrenals…

Here at the Hart Center we are always looking for ways to improve our cooking and eating habits. One of the ways we have done that is by low-temperature cooking with a slow cooker. Not only are slow cookers convenient, they also produce very tender foods. Unfortunately many slow cookers have harmful chemicals that seep…

During the winter, sometimes you cannot help but crave heavier dishes. Here at the Hart Center, pasta has been on our minds! If you are looking for a pasta replacement, or would like to try and make your classic pasta dish a bit healthier, look no further! Spiralizing veggies is one of our favorite ways…

Pumpkin is a great and healthy food source that is in season. Pumpkin is high in beta-carotene, which is a powerful antioxidant. The seeds contain phytosterols, which are helpful in maintaining a healthy level of cholesterol. Carotenoids are another major component in pumpkin, these are known to help fight cancer, and keep free-radicals at bay.…