by Mira | Jul 1, 2012 | anemia, iron
We’ve been always told to increase spinach consumption so that we become strong and energetic! And a lot of children have been forced to eat spinach because it gives them power, exactly like Popeye!! This is what I usually hear: “I am vegetarian and I...
by Mira | Jun 30, 2012 | calories, Recipies
It’s summer!! And it’s turning really hot!!! I am a fan of salads; I don’t mind eating it for the whole season! I always look for new quick and easy- to- make recipes, the ones that are refreshing, tasty and healthy at the same time! While looking...
by Mira | Jun 29, 2012 | antioxidant, calories, cancer, exchange food list, fiber
It is this time of the year when we can enjoy the sweet and juicy taste of plums! While snacking on this fruit this afternoon, I thought of talking a bit about its many health benefits! 🙂 Plum is a fruit that is related to the family of peaches! We can find them in...
by Mira | Jun 28, 2012 | fat, Nutrition
Halloumi cheese is considered a kind of fatty cheese! Last night I was craving for halloumi cheese (although don’t eat a lot) and couldn’t find a low-fat version in the fridge!! Here is what I did to make it less in fat!! 😀 1- First I cut a small piece...
by Mira | Jun 27, 2012 | brain, calories, exchange food list, Nutrition, Omega 3, Vitamin A
“Zaatar w Zeit” means” thyme and olive oi”l! 🙂 I love this combination and always add it to my cheese or labneh sandwiches! I even toss some thyme on my salads. It gives it a special and unique taste and aroma! Lets talk a bit about this...