One of the hardest things about changing your eating habits to release the weight is family gatherings and holiday meals. This time of year, there are tons of temptations we have to face at office parties, grandma’s house and social events. It can all just make you want to yell, “Not today, Satan.” There are […]
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12 Healthier Versions of Classic Soul Food Recipes
Oh, how I love a plate of well seasoned, delicious soul food. Blame it on my southern roots. However, over the years I’ve had to find healthier ways to make some of my favorite soul food classics to fit my healthy eating habits. You don’t have to totally give up the flavors that you grew up […]
The Benefits of Sweet Potatoes
Who doesn’t love Grandma’s sweet potatoes? Sweet potatoes make a vibrant edition to any meal but sadly aren’t used as often as regular potatoes. They always make an appearance around Thanksgiving and Christmas in the form of pie and are staples of good soul food cuisine. Many may not realize that they are arguably the healthiest […]
Make Healthy Soul Food
Check out this cookbook from cancer.gov that presents traditional soul food recipes with a healthy twist. Full of simple tips for tasty and nutritious dishes. Visit www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/prevention/down-home-healthy-cooking.pdf
Question: Is Soul Food Making Black Folks Fat?
Happy Day 8 of our March Challenge!! Ladies, I’d love for your to weigh-in on what I know is a serious discussion in our community. “Soul Food Junkies” recently aired on PBS and it has definitely spurred some conversation (video below) on this topic. Is Soul Food a main component of our weight gain […]
