Thanksgiving meals can be heavy with a plethora of rich flavors and satiating dishes like candied yams, roasted turkey, and dinner rolls. Adding this salad to your menu will round out the flavors of your meal. The crispness of the green apples, radishes, and scallions paired with the brightness of parsley, cilantro, and thyme meld
Holidays
Finding Your Blood Sugar Sweet Spot
By Lila Volkas, N.C. We have entered the season of pumpkin-spiced treats, when these drinks, cookies, pies, and breads take over our kitchens and fill the counters of every cafe on every corner. We know that they are hard to resist, but they can wreak havoc on your blood glucose levels, making you feel moody,
National Taco Day: Bauman-Style!
It’s October 4th and that means it’s National Taco Day! Tacos are loved all over the world and can contain any combination of protein, vegetables, and toppings. So, you know when Bauman College creates a taco, we want to include as many delicious, health-supportive veggies and legumes as possible, without sacrificing flavor. The Bauman Taco,
Eating Healthy During the Holidays
Photo Credit: sarymsakov.com for DollarPhotoClub We enjoy holiday temptation as much as anyone. After all, indulgence in moderation is a beautiful part of life. However, it’s all about balance, and no matter what you’re celebrating this month, you can eat those tasty treats while staying on track with your health goals. Below are our top tips
Gift In A Jar: DIY Gluten-Free Pancake Mix
GIFT IN A JAR: DIY GLUTEN-FREE PANCAKE MIX This anti-inflammatory, multigrain recipe is simple enough and delicious enough to gift to all of your friends and family this holiday season. Gluten-Free Pancake Mix Makes about 6 cups of mix, enough for two 3-cup gift jars Total Prep Time: 15 min Ingredients 3 cups sorghum flour
Give Yourself A Boost
Feeling a little run down after the holiday? Maybe you indulged, so your metabolism is trying to catch up. Here are a couple easy ways to start giving yourself a boost: Throw some flax seeds into your morning smoothie. Flax seeds are a good source of omega-3’s, which help stabilize your metabolism. Replace your coffee
Veterans Day
Today, many of us are reminded of the struggles that vets face when they return home. Whether you’ve seen the effects of war on a soldier’s mind firsthand or just read about it in articles, the mental health of returning soldiers is a concern. According to Justice For Vets, “1 in 5 veterans has symptoms
Halloween Detox
Feel like you’re starting to turn into a chunk of chocolate? Here are a few easy Halloween detox tips: Load up on fiber-rich foods – Try having oatmeal with flaxseeds for breakfast, celery sticks with hummus for an afternoon snack, and a whole grain veggie sandwich for lunch. Fiber helps move toxins out of your system and vegetables
Scary Movie Treat
If you’re going to be watching a scary Halloween movie later, you’ve got to have popcorn, right?! Here’s a healthy alternative to that theater-style buttered popcorn: Superfood Popcorn Serves 4 – 6 Recipe by Bauman College Staff Ingredients 3⁄4 cup organic popcorn kernels 1 tsp nutritional yeast 1 tsp grated Parmesan cheese 1 tsp dulse flakes
The Great Pumpkin
Not just Charlie Brown is waiting for the Great Pumpkin to arrive! Most of us love when Halloween comes around, when we can get creative, and carve a masterpiece with family and friends. After you’ve carved your pumpkin, the seeds provide a tasty and healthy snack too! Just remember to save them after you’ve scooped