Nutrition
Preventing Disease with Coffee
Let’s not just start the New Year off right, let’s make a plan to start off each day right with a cup of coffee. The start of a New Year can be daunting for some as New Year’s resolutions can become more of a stressful burden than an actual realistic challenge to bettering one’s mind… »
The Perfect Holiday Gift
This holiday season get the ones you love a gift card to Arden Hills Resort Club & Spa. And, every time you purchase a gift card of $50 or more, you’ll be entered to win our “Holiday from the Holidays Package” which includes a two night stay in one of our Signature Villas, a one-hour… »
A Better Breakfast
Breakfast sandwiches are a staple in many households across the country. Just remember that all breakfast sandwiches are not created equal. When made at home these meals are made using a handful of ingredients. At fast food establishments, they are made with about 50 ingredients to preserve their freshness while sitting around in the restaurant… »
Add a Pinch of Cinnamon!
Cinnamon not only adds great flavor to an array of foods, it also has multiple benefits. To start, cinnamon significantly lowers total cholesterol and triglycerides in addition to being a great source of manganese, dietary fiber, iron and calcium. Further, various studies prove that the aromatics alone can improve memory and performance of certain tasks. … »
The Dirty Dozen
Going 100% organic isn’t always an option for everyone, and that is why the Environmental Working Group’s annual list of the dirty dozen foods is so useful. The group analyzes data from the Department of Agriculture about pesticide residue and it ranks foods based on how much or little pesticide residue they have. The group estimates… »
Oregano Marinade for Chicken
Did you know? Oregano contains major sources of two antibacterial agents that fight off infection, thymol and carvacol, and oregano has four times the antioxidants of blueberries. Combine all ingredients and allow meat to marinade for at least one hour before cooking. 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 cup coarsely chopped garlic 1/2 cup coarsely chopped… »
Boost Your Metabolism With Food
Metabolism, derived from the Greek language, translates to change or transform. When people discuss metabolism in regards to body function, they are discussing the amount of calories an individual’s body burns in order maintain its critical functions. Most people are under the impression that one’s metabolic rate is stimulated only by exercise. However, at every… »
Think Local, Even in the Colder Months
While being a “locavore” takes more effort than picking up whatever is in the grocer’s produce section, Sacramento’s rich agriculture provides more options than most areas of the country. Think eating local during colder months is impossible? Think again. Think CSACommunity-Supported Agriculture (CSA) has become a popular way for people to directly access farmers without… »
Healthy Baking Substitutes
If a recipe calls for too much fat: rade margarine or butter with canola oil, which will work well in baked breads particularly. Walnut oil, almond oil and applesauce will also work in desserts and add a nice nutty flavor. If you don’t want to use eggs: substitute them with “flax eggs,” which are made… »
Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain
It’s no secret: the holidays are centered around food. With the vast amounts of delicious cuisine available in November and December, it is easy to gain a few pounds here and there if you don’t pay attention. However, there are easy ways you can cut back on fatty and sugary foods while still enjoying the… »