Posts by VanessaBTH

English Español English The week started off rainy.  However, we are back to our Summer weather. It is only getting hotter from here on out.  I figured I would offer some relief with a blackberry flavor!  Blackberries are sweet yet, relatively low in sugar: an ideal relatively for low-carb fruit. I would like to suggest…

English Español English Strawberries are very popular, especially during the summer.   They are low in sugar and high in vitamin C and potassium.  They play a role in reducing your blood pressure and increasing your HDL (good cholesterol).  Because it is relatively low in sugar, the strawberry can be enjoyed in both savory and a…

English Español English Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of the summer.  In Miami that means high temperatures and humidity.  One of the most refreshing foods I enjoy in the summer is melons. Did you know that cucumbers are a type of melon?  Yes, a cucumber is technically a fruit!  We consider it a…

English Español English Arugula provides an excellent source of folate, vitamins A and C, vitamin K, calcium, magnesium, and manganese.  If you and/or your family members don’t like leafy greens (yet), maybe we can get you to eat more of it by making it into a pesto. Pesto has a few main ingredients: young green…

English Español English I got a 1-pound package of plant-based protein made of peas. Since we are close to Mother’s Day, I decided to make a savory cake using this healthy alternative to meat, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and vegetables. Cut 6-8 large potatoes and sweet potatoes into 1–2-inch chunks. Use the oven or the microwave…