Legumes like beans and lentils have needed protein and fiber. But, it’s best to soak, rinse and cook them well. Try pressure cooking.
When I weighed over 200 lbs., ‘technically’ you could have called me ‘obese’. Obesity is a chronic disease that requires long-term management by a physician. In other words, if one has a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more, he or she is presumed obese. Continue reading “When Overweight I Ate This Instead Of Taking FDA Approved Weight Loss Drugs…”
Recently, I got weak. I mean, I lost much of my strength and couldn’t figure it out. What was I doing wrong? I forgot to eat something very important. I am not what you’d call a vegetarian or vegan. But, I don’t eat meat. I eat 80-90% plant based whole food. Continue reading “I Lost My Strength Regaining It Eating 1-1/2 Cup Of This…”
I am not as strong as I used to be. I think it is because I am older. Although, I feel pretty good for my age, I am wondering why I feel weaker than I used to a year ago. I don’t eat perfectly, but I do very well. Continue reading “What Do We Eat For More Strength And Stamina? Or, Is It Rather What Not To Eat…”
Although, I was quite strong, when I weighed over 200 I never felt good and didn’t have any energy. This wasn’t that long ago. Now, I never worry about gaining all the weight back. Why? Continue reading “When Weight Loss No Longer Is The Issue, Why Continued Good Health And Longevity Becomes The Only One..”
I have researched far and wide through the years in finding a cure to my ailments and conditions. For example, I get symptoms of ‘rheumatoid arthritis’ popping up from time to time when I ‘forget’ about the consequences of eating snack and junk foods which I ‘theorize’ have damaged certain parts my intestinal tract. I’ve learned the hard way that what food you eat can either cure you or make you sick. If one has what’s called a ‘leaky gut‘, this can lead to many autoimmune disorders. Continue reading “Pressure Cooking Beans, Rice And Potatoes: Reducing Lectins, Combating Pain And Inflammation”
You know, I have always liked beans. But, no one in my family likes them. This is weird to me. But, everyone is different and you have to live with it. Yet, at the same time, my wife has been eating more fruits and vegetables than she ever has. We can change only when we are ready. Continue reading “9 Healthy Reasons To Eat Your Beans (legumes) Everyday”
I have discussed lectin in foods before on my site. I have found I am sensitive to lectin in that it can cause leaky gut or intestinal permeability in me. Lectin could be problematic for you too, and you may not even realize it is. But, what is lectin and which food is culprit? Continue reading “Lectin poisoning: Limiting nuts, seeds, beans and more…”
You want to find and keep recipes you really like looking forward to cooking. This lentil soup recipe is simple. I like easy. You can cook it all in a Continue reading “Lentil soup recipe: Healthy protein without the meat!”
