Posts Tagged ‘Vegetables’

This healthy & tasty soup is packed with vegetables and lentils – it’s low fat, full of flavour, and perfect during cold afternoons! Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large yellow onion, chopped 4 medium cloves garlic, chopped 6 small carrots (or 4 medium or 2 large), cut into 1/4″ rounds 4 small or 2 medium russet…

A healthy diet is an overall contributor to a balanced life. Learn more about fruits and vegetables that can help your health in these 7 key areas.

Fire up the grill this summer and make this mixed vegetable platter to go with your favorite BBQ’d dish. Share with friends and family, and enjoy! Ingredients: • 1 medium Eggplant, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds •  1 medium Red Bell Pepper, cut into wedges • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper, cut into wedges • 1 large Red Onion…

Women’s health needs are different than the needs of men due to social and environmental factors and a difference in genetic make-up. The life expectancy of women worldwide is on average longer than men; however, women tend to experience poorer treatment outcomes for the same chronic diseases. Furthermore, women are tr…

A healthy and balanced diet is required to give your body the vitamins and nutrients it needs to stay in good health. Use this guide to ensure that you are giving your body what it needs. Click image to open full sized image

March is Nutrition Month! Nutrition is the basis of living a healthy lifestyle. I’m sure you know this, but your body is very complex; each and every day there are physical and chemical processes occurring that help you maintain normal physiological function. There are essential nutrients required for normal function t…

Seasonal Affective Disorder impacts more than 10 million people in the United States, and millions more around the world, every year. Learn more and use these 6 natural treatments to help. Click image to open full sized image

Add a new dish to your summer BBQ menu with this chicken and vegetable recipe. Share with friends and family! Ingredients: 1 lb. Chicken Breasts (Boneless Skinless), cut into 1-inch cubes 1 cup Italian Salad Dressing 1/4 cup Olive Oil 1 tsp Garlic Salt 1/2 tsp Dried Rosemary, crushed 1 medium Zucchini, sliced into 1/2-…

Packed with flavor and nutrients, this dish is a fantastic addition to your at-home menu. Enjoy! Ingredients: 1 cup Quinoa 3 cups Water 1 pinch Salt 3 tbsp Olive Oil 3 cloves Garlic, minced 1 medium Red Bell Pepper, diced 1 medium Green Bell Pepper, diced 2 medium Green Onions, chopped 1/2 cup Corn kernels 1/2 tsp Cumi…

Committing to a healthy, well balanced diet gives your body the nutrients and energy it needs to live your happiest, healthiest life. So today we have an easy to use meal plan guide that you can use to kick-start your own healthier diet choices. Many of these recipes are only a click away from The Bell Lifestyle Kitche…