This is a quick and easy recipe that is great for week-end mornings. It takes only a few plant-based / ingredients and is especially good when topped with fresh fruit. I shared several strategies that helped us make the transition to plant-based living and healthy eating. The article is HERE. List of ingredients: 2 cups […]
If you would have suggested a little over a year ago that I would give up my weekly steak, fish or chicken I would have said, CRAZY! Yet over the last nine months I have evolved to become not just a vegetarian but a very satisfied totally plant based consumer. That’s right, I am Vegan. […]
To ensure that I’m not wasting any produce (or money), I like to combine whatever I’ve got left at the end of the week (http://writtenfyi.com/healthy-eating-recipe/) into prepared meals such as vegetable soups or primavera sauces to go over pasta. I call them my “cleaning-out-the-fridge” recipes and they are seldom exactly the same because the remaining […]
Eating a vegan diet is now a permanent part of our lifestyle. Over the last nine months, we have fully transitioned away from eating foods that contain meat and dairy. However, it hasn’t always been that way. These dietary changes took time and dedication. Even though the ultimate goal was for health reasons, there were […]
This salad is one of our weekly favorites because it’s delicious and oh so quick to prepare when we’re just getting home from work. There are only five main ingredients but it makes a healthy and filling meal. List of ingredients: 2 15 oz cans of black beans – rinsed 2 cups fresh or frozen […]
For those who are 65 and older or disabled and on Medicare your favorite time of year is fast approaching. Your AEP or Annual Election Period is just around the corner. This is the 54 day windowknown as the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period in which Medicare recipients can make changes to their Medicare Advantage Plan […]
We’ve recently spent a lot of time with our grown children and their spouses and families. I can’t say enough about how I respect each and every one of them. Our children and their spouses are wonderful in that they are committed to family. They have upstanding and honorable careers and are continually upgrading their professional […]
Recently, an article was published on the internet stating that fish and fish oils have been linked to an increased risk for developing certain types of cancer. Although this headline is disturbing enough, the article points out that these foods may have little (if any) benefit on heart disease – which is the main reason […]
When I was young, I grew up in an environment that emphasized wellness and healthy living. Although the lifestyle was slower-paced, the expectation was that of being resourceful and hard-working. It was also important to be proficient in some type of physical activities. It was a “work hard, play hard” environment that has always had […]
Over the years, we’ve always been conscious about eating the right things, however, it has become obvious that we weren’t doing all that we could to maintain or even improve our overall health. When we first decided to eat less red meat and eat more healthy forms of dairy (such as yogurt), as well as […]
With its moderate seaside climate, clean air, and lush soil, Vancouver Island is known for producing an abundance of organic and locally-grown food. The Island is brimming with eateries and wineries offering the freshest global cuisine. Several places that we’ve loved are: 1. Milestones: Fresh seafood is a specialty and the harbors views […]
A farmers’ market is a wonderful place! On Saturday mornings, we bike to the downtown open-air market where we purchase locally grown, organic produce for a fraction of the price we would find it in supermarkets. A seasonal palette of vegetables and fruits is a feast for the senses, so it’s never boring or difficult […]