When you hear barley, many of you may think beer, but in its whole grain form (called hulled or dehulled), barley is a nutty, hearty … [Read more...] about How To Cook Hulled Barley
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High Iron Foods: A Complete List
A diet of high iron foods along with iron supplements is often recommended for women with iron deficiency anemia. Absorption of iron from food is … [Read more...] about High Iron Foods: A Complete List
4 Easy Ways To Getting Enough Protein
Protein is the building block of our organs, muscles, and more. I wrote about protein a lot, partly because in addition to being an essential nutrient … [Read more...] about 4 Easy Ways To Getting Enough Protein
Going Raw: Benefits and Concerns
A quick search on the Internet for "raw foods diet" will yield multiple links to websites and blogs. Purported benefits include weight loss, better … [Read more...] about Going Raw: Benefits and Concerns
Sprouted Brown Rice: Health Benefits and How-To
Are you on a quest to increase the variety of whole grains at your table? There is a different kind of brown rice on the market these days: sprouted … [Read more...] about Sprouted Brown Rice: Health Benefits and How-To
Kamut: Health Benefits and How-To
February is the month when we celebrate all matters of the heart. With that in mind, we take a closer look at an increasingly popular whole grain to … [Read more...] about Kamut: Health Benefits and How-To
Is Fast Food Oatmeal Good for You?
Mention a healthy hot breakfast, and for many people the image of a steaming bowl of hot oatmeal comes to mind. Oatmeal bowls are becoming … [Read more...] about Is Fast Food Oatmeal Good for You?
Does Wheat Make You Fat?
People often ask me if they should go vegan, low-carb, dairy-free, gluten-free, and so on to help lose weight. My simple answer to these questions is … [Read more...] about Does Wheat Make You Fat?
