Parsley Tea

Benefits of Parsley Tea

• This tea may help with the treatment of arthritis and rheumatism, by ridding the inflamed articulations of toxins.


• It makes a wonderful cleansing tea because Parsley is rich in vitamins A, C and E and minerals, acting as an antioxidant.


• It acts as a diuretic, fighting water retention. Remember that water retention may be an indication that you may have kidney problems.


• It may help in cases of kidney insufficiency. This tea flushes out toxins in your body, cleansing and purifying the blood.


• Parsley tea may help reduce cholesterol.


• Traditionally, it has been used to lower blood pressure.


• It is great as a cure for cellulites and as a help if you searching for a weight loss tea.


• As it is a uterine tonic, it helps you with irregular and painful menstruations. It is a mild emmenagogue, meaning that it will stimulate menstruation (note that it is expected to work when your period is late and not when you are pregnant).


• It may help with contracting the uterus after childbirth.


• Its wonderful minerals and vitamins are of great help when you feel physically exhausted.


• It is rich in iron, so it’s a natural way for you to fight anemia.


• As a digestive aid, parsley herbal tea treats flatulence and helps to eliminate bad breath.


• It may help treat cystitis.


• And it is said to inhibit cancerous tumor growth.

Other external uses of Parsley Tea:

• It is good to clean and heal light bruises, such as insect bites for example.


• Parsley infusions can be used externally to treat skin ulcers. 

*Women who are pregnant should NOT consume Parsley Tea

Radicchio Kale Salad.

Radicchio is one of the most underrated superfoods around. This salad will knock your socks off!
 Ingredients:

     2 bunches of curly kale
     1 head radicchio
     1 avocado, diced into small cubes
     3 tbsp. sesame seeds
     2 tbsp. raw apple cider vinegar
     1 tbsp. light soy sauce
     1 tbsp. sesame or olive oil
     2 tsp spicy brown mustard
     1 small cucumber, chopped
     2 garlic cloves, minced
     1 handful of nori
     Sea salt and black pepper to taste

Directions:

Cut the stems off of the kale then chop radicchio and kale to desired size. Combine all of your vegetables into a large bowl. Combine Oil, soy sauce, vinegar, mustard and garlic in a small bowl and whisk together. Toss salad in dressing and sesame seeds and refrigerate for 2-4 hours before serving.

Health Benefits of radicchio:
1. Radicchio, like other vegetables high in antioxidants, boost overall health, wellness, and energy. Dark red radicchio has an antioxidant score of 3,537 per 100 grams.

2. Antioxidant-rich foods support the body’s metabolism.

3. Radicchio neutralizes free radicals in humans, and helps fight cell damage. With its high ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) score, radicchio fights the cell damage to DNA that may lead to coronary heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

4. Radicchio promotes weight loss by being high in fiber. High fiber foods can make you feel full, and keep you feeling satiated longer.

5. Radicchio is full of minerals like Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Zinc, Copper, and Magnesium.

6. Radicchio is full of vitamins like Vitamin C, Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin B-6, Folate, Vitamin A, Vitamin E. The human body often absorbs vitamins and minerals more effectively from fresh vegetables than from supplements.

7. Chicories, like radicchio, contain a substance called inulin, which naturally helps to regulate blood sugar levels. Diabetes is linked to heart disease and stroke, so by controlling blood sugar levels with chicory patients can lower their risk of cardiovascular disease and complications.

8. Health benefits of chicory include its effectiveness at fighting intestinal worms and parasites, aiding in digestion and colon cleansing, and helping to cleanse the blood, liver and circulatory system of harmful toxins. A healthy circulatory system supports overall fitness.

9. Radicchio promotes bile production. Increasing bile salts can improve digestion and reduce cholesterol. Reducing cholesterol directly benefits organ health and vigor.

10. The dark red color of radicchio is also important. The red color in fruits and vegetables denotes phytonutrients such as lycopene, ellagic acid, quercetin and hesperidin. Their phytochemical properties are beneficial in regulating blood pressure levels, lowering bad cholesterol levels, and reducing the risk of certain types of cancer.

Ultra-processed

Baking Swap.

1

 UNSWEETENED APPLESAUCE
SWAP FOR: OIL OR BUTTER

Fruit for fat? Yeah. For sweeter recipes like brownies and fruity muffins, this swap is a definite winner. Applesauce offers the same consistency as butter or oil, but with zero fat, a little extra natural sweetness, and fewer calories (though it will add a touch more sugar). It even works in boxed mixes! Try it in some blueberry muffins for a twist on classic flavors.

2

 AVOCADO PUREE
SWAP FOR: BUTTER

Doubting this swap? We did, too—until we whipped up some dark chocolate avocado cookies. Mashed or pureed avocado has a similar texture to butter with more heart-healthy fats and a smooth, rich taste that pairs perfectly with chocolate. We're looking forward to trying this swap in many batches of brownies and cakes to come!

3

 MASHED BANANAS
SWAP FOR: OIL OR BUTTER

This one is similar to the avocado swap but it's a whole lot sweeter, and ripe bananas add potassium and fiber to our favorite recipes. It's a proven star in sweet stuff, too (banana bread, am I right?). And when combined with other baking fat swaps, it's easy to make an oil and butter-free banana bread as delicious as traditional recipes.

A PROVEN STAR IN SWEET FOODS, RIPE BANANAS ADD POTASSIUM AND FIBER AS WELL AS FLAVOR TO OUR FAVORITE RECIPES.

4

 PRUNE PUREE
SWAP FOR: BUTTER

Prunes don't always get the best reputation when it comes to taste and versatility, but 1/3 cup of prune puree can easily replace a stick of butter in denser baked goods. It's also great for dark and dense cookies, brownies, and even cakes.

5

 RICOTTA CHEESE
SWAP FOR: CREAM CHEESE

Ricotta—even the whole milk variety—is a lighter option than cream cheese when it comes to the calorie count. And it bakes into an excellent cheesecake with a lighter, fluffier texture.

6

 MARSHMALLOW FLUFF
SWAP FOR: BUTTER AND SUGAR (FROSTING)

It's legendarily sweet, but marshmallow fluff actually contains fewer calories and less sugar than conventional frosting. Bonus: having leftover fluff for some super quick s'mores.

7

 GROUND FLAX SEED
SWAP FOR: OIL OR BUTTER

Rich in omega-3 fats and with a distinct nutty flavor, ground flax seed is one of the most surprising fat swaps out there. Mix three tablespoons of ground flax with one tablespoon of water for a paste that subs in for every tablespoon of oil or butter. Ground flax is perfect for recipes that already have a strong nutty flavor. And here's a fun fact: One tablespoon of ground flax plus 2-3 tablespoons of warm water makes a "vegan egg" and can be used as an egg replacement, too.