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Lifestyle, Health, Nutrition & Inspiration from Luvo
Ode to the Potato
Posted by Jessica G. |
March is synonymous with many wonderful things, including that special holiday where we bust out every green piece of clothing we own and drink (probably too much) green beer in celebration of the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick. It’s also the perfect time of year to pay homage to the almighty potato, in season in March and a central ingredient in traditional Irish cooking. In fact, they love … Read more »
6 Ways to Boost Your Protein
Posted by Ryan Abbott |
Are you getting enough protein? Most sources suggest it should make up about 20 to 30 percent of your daily calories. If you’re active and athletic, you might want to aim for the higher end, since protein is essential for repairing muscles. So what are the best ways to bump up your intake?… Read more »
Mug Snacks From The Microwave
Posted by Jessica G. |
Microwaves are super convenient for home cooking, especially when you’re in a hurry. We’ve already busted the myths around them and uncovered the science behind how they work… now it’s time to get into some of the neat things you can do with a microwave (aside from cooking your Luvo meals, of course). For this edition of Microwave Master Chef, all you need is a big mug, a few ingredients and your button-pushing finger to make yourself a quick and nutritious meal! Here … Read more »
Luvo Hacks: Entrées
Posted by Oli Maughan |
I had originally started this post with “As much as I love the idea of discovering a new recipe and cooking it from scratch…” but after staring blankly at the screen for about 10 minutes I decided to stop lying to myself. I’ll admit it: I actually don’t enjoy spending a pile of time in the kitchen (or cooking anything from scratch for that matter), and that’s totally okay. What I do love is… Read more »
Eating For One
Posted by Jessica G. |
We’ve all heard the jokes about single people eating takeout straight out of the container over the sink in between sobs, but eating alone doesn’t have to be depressing. Cooking a wholesome meal for one after a long day is one of the nicest things you can do for yourself; it’s a great way to unwind and focus on something other than the stresses of the day.… Read more »
What Stinks: How to Make Kombucha
Posted by Ryan Abbott |
If you haven’t encountered kombucha yet, or a kombucha-preaching friend, you probably will soon. It’s been getting a lot of attention lately, and it’s riding the tidal wave of popularity of homemade throwback fermented purportedly healthy food and drink. Doesn’t ring a bell? That’s okay. We’ve put together a primer to fill you in on the hows and the whys. But we’ll start with the basics: What is it? … Read more »
Grapefruit Five Ways
Posted by Jessica G. |
When it’s cold and grey outside, we get to enjoy a little burst of summery sunshine in the form of the mightiest member of the citrus family, the grapefruit, which reaches its peak season in the winter months.… Read more »