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Lifestyle, Health, Nutrition & Inspiration from Luvo
3 Amazing Moroccan Recipes to Try Now
Posted by Jessica G. |
Not too long ago, a friend and I hosted a Moroccan themed dinner party. Having neither cooked nor eaten Moroccan food before, I had a lot of fun testing recipes leading up to the dinner party day. I was pleasantly surprised by the delicious combination of flavors and textures central to Moroccan cuisine, especially the … Read more »
Dissecting the Traditional Korean Meal
Posted by Lisa Nguyen |
There’s nothing bland in Korean food. It’s a cuisine of bold flavors and colors, and a balance of rich meats and abundance of vegetables. Packed with ruthless amounts of garlic, onions and the always aromatic sesame oil, combined with a kick from their distinct spicy soy bean paste … Read more »
Guide to Peppers
Posted by Ryan Abbott |
Peppers are a big family. Any time you go to the grocery store, you probably run into a few. They come in a variety of shapes and colors and degrees of heat, so it’s well worth getting know the different types. Let’s investigate.… Read more »
Spicing Up Your Food Life
Posted by Hana May |
We all have that friend that l-o-v-e-s hot sauce. You know, the one that probably has a bottle in their bag right now. Yes, they’re annoying when every restaurant order is followed by a request for … Read more »
Grab the Garbanzos: 6 Tasty Chickpea Recipes
Posted by Jessica G. |
Whenever I hit the grocery store, I always stock up on chickpeas. Also known as garbanzo beans, these cute little beige legumes are a great source of protein, fiber, potassium, iron, magnesium, vitamin B6 and vitamin C. They’re inexpensive and super versatile in the kitchen, adding interesting texture and … Read more »
Celebrate Zucchini
...and Other Sneaky Fruits and Veggies to Put in Your Bread
Posted by Naomi Vandervelde |
It was National Zucchini Bread Day this past week! The zucchini (also known as a summer squash) is one of the most popular vegetables worldwide, and also one of the most low-calorie with only 17 calories per 100g!
A fantastic source of dietary fibre and antioxidants, these crunchy delights are even proven to protect against colon cancers[1]. In fact, Luvo named the squash one of their Top 5 Healthiest Veggies!
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 »