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Lifestyle, Health, Nutrition & Inspiration from Luvo
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 »
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 »
5 Ways to Convert Veggie Haters
Posted by Jessica G. |
Some people think vegetables are boring. Some even go as far as saying they hate them. Saying you hate vegetables is kind of like saying you hate a blank canvas. Sure, a lot of veggies have distinctive and delicious flavors on their own, but it really comes down to how you prepare them.… Read more »
Make Your Own Kimchi
Posted by Jessica G. |
Kimchi is one of my favorite things to eat. I look forward to going to the farmer’s market every Saturday to grab some sweet daikon radish kimchi handmade by a local artisan. I’m lucky if the jar lasts me until the next farmer’s market. Now you know about one of my most guilty pleasures. Actually… scratch that–I don’t believe in guilty pleasures. There’s stuff you like, and stuff you don’t like, and if anyone objects to your preferences, you tell them where to go, ok?
Know Your Food: Curry 101
Posted by Jessica G. |
When it starts to get cold outside, not many things bring me as much joy as curling up with a hot, spicy and rich curry dish, even better when paired with a glass of my favorite sweet white wine.
Although several variations exist, the combination of spices, herbs and hot chilies in curry dishes produces an enticing scent most people can recognize as soon as it hits their noses. This is likely due to common main ingredients turmeric, coriander and cumin. Curry can be wet or dry, and … Read more »
Guide to Good Greens
Posted by Jessica G. |
Do you love greens? Maybe you’re an iceberg lettuce loyalist who’s never ventured into the wild world of greens. Or maybe you can’t get enough spinach but haven’t tried much else. No matter your experience level, it’s never a bad idea to expand your greens menu. Add more greens to your… Read more »