Spices & Seasonings – The Secret to Delicious Food

Spices & Seasonings – The Secret to Delicious Food

  One of the things that surprised me when I first moved to the US, was the fact that many Americans do not use a variety of spices and seasonings (other than salt and pepper) to season their food. In the Caribbean where I’m from, Read more

The Healthiest Drinks for Your Well-Being

The Healthiest Drinks for Your Well-Being

  In any discussion about healthy diets or lifestyles, there’s often talk about what and how to eat. Very rarely is there any discussion about what we should be drinking to supplement our nutritional profile. In this post, I’ll be discussing several types of beverages Read more

Small Kitchen Appliances: Essential Tools for Every Cook

Small Kitchen Appliances: Essential Tools for Every Cook

  I live in New York City. This means my kitchen is tiny and I don’t have a lot of room for a lot of the kitchen equipment many of us take for granted. As someone who finds Zen in cooking, I was a bit Read more

Best Low-Carb Flour Substitutes for Keto Baking

Best Low-Carb Flour Substitutes for Keto Baking

  Ever since I began my weight-loss journey, one thing I quickly realized was that I would have to give up flour – wheat flour to be exact. The easiest thing for me to have done would’ve been to simply stop eating any foods that Read more

Non-Dairy Milk Alternatives: Healthier Options for Dairy-Free Diets

Non-Dairy Milk Alternatives: Healthier Options for Dairy-Free Diets

  Aside from the fact that I’m lactose intolerant, I’ve learned that dairy products are high in saturated fat and cause inflammation in the body. Cow milk and its derivative products can also raise your LDL or “bad” cholesterol levels and potentially put you at Read more

Sugar Alternatives for Diabetics: Sweeteners that Won’t Spike Blood Sugar

Sugar Alternatives for Diabetics: Sweeteners that Won’t Spike Blood Sugar

  I have struggled with weight throughout my adult life, and being fond of all things chocolate has not helped me on that journey at all! Diabetes is prevalent in my family, and I am determined not to become its next victim. Yet, I still Read more