ChefMD : Healthy Recipes

Chicken Vesuvio

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 09:30:00 CST

Chicken Vesuvio: Because chicken is high in protein, it helps you feel full faster and longer, helping you lose weight. And, it's low glycemic which means chicken will not create a spike in your blood sugar level.

Roasted Beet Salad with Bleu Cheese and Tarragon

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 09:30:00 CST

Roasted Beet Salad with Bleu Cheese and Tarragon: In addition to the cancer-preventive powers of betacyanin, beets are also rich in B vitamin folate which helps prevent birth defects in pregnant women. Beet greens are rich in vitamin K, which helps prevent osteoporosis.

Simple Mediterranean Bouillabaisse

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 09:30:00 CST

Simple Mediterranean Bouillabaisse: Halibut is considered a "wonder food" because it's low in sodium and fat, and high in protein. Eating just two servings per week may help lower the risk of macular degeneration, heart disease, and Alzheimer's.

Baked Quinoa-Stuffed Acorn Squash

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 09:30:00 CST

Baked Quinoa-Stuffed Acorn Squash: Quinoa is a gluten-free seed that makes a great substitute for rice. Its flavor is slightly nutty and has a smooth, creamy texture. Quinoa contains high levels of manganese, a mineral that helps reduce migraines and headaches. It's also rich in riboflavin/vitamin B2, which helps cells produce energy.

Garlicky Green Lentil East Indian Dal & Lentil Burger Wraps

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 09:30:00 CST

Garlicky Green Lentil East Indian Dal & Lentil Burger Wraps: Lentils are a low glycemic, high protein legume. They keep blood sugar stable and are a better option than rice for most people.

Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Clusters

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:30:00 CST

Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Clusters:

Toasted Barley Pilaf with Squash, Salsa and Feta Cheese

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 09:30:00 CST

Toasted Barley Pilaf with Squash, Salsa and Feta Cheese: Using black tea instead of water adds theaflavins which may just have activity against ovarian, liver and stomach cancer and leukemia cells!

Escabeche (Pickled Vegetables)

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 09:30:00 CST

Escabeche (Pickled Vegetables): The heat and capsaicin of the pepper is in the membrane and seeds. Be sure to add the seeds to the dish in order to make it a pain killing treat.

Simple Curried Roasted Root Vegetables over Quinoa

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 09:30:00 CST

Simple Curried Roasted Root Vegetables over Quinoa: Store winter squash in a dry place at cool temperatures (50 degrees F), not in the fridge, to keep them sweet yet low-glycemic, so they keep your insulin level and blood sugar stable.

Vanilla Scented Poached Pears with Gorgonzola Cheese and Toasted Pine Nuts

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 09:30:00 CST

Vanilla Scented Poached Pears with Gorgonzola Cheese and Toasted Pine Nuts: Pears are a great source of antioxidants that help your cholesterol–especially the pear peel*-- and maintain your gut's regularity.

Poached Trout with Herbed Mustard Sauce

Sun, 29 Sep 2009 09:30:00 CST

Poached Trout with Herbed Mustard Sauce: Though there are many different species of trout to choose from, they are all good sources of omega-3 fatty acids.

Melted Butter Bean, Cauliflower and Chicken Stew with Thyme and Tabasco

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:30:00 CST

Melted Butter Bean, Cauliflower and Chicken Stew with Thyme and Tabasco: Boiling or microwaving the cauliflower reduces the body-readiness of its isothiocyanates, which are the detoxifying, cancer fighting compounds in cauliflower that make it today's "food as medicine" ingredient.

Three Bean Salad and Tacos

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 09:30:00 CST

Three Bean Salad and Tacos:

Spaghetti Frittata with Toasty Walnuts and Cheese

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 09:30:00 CST

Spaghetti Frittata with Toasty Walnuts and Cheese: The three types of omega-3 fatty acids are ALA, EPA and DHA, which is incredibly good for your brain and may lower your risk of Alzheimer\'s Disease.

Braised Chicken with Spinach, Tomato, Garlic and White Wine

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 09:30:00 CST

Braised Chicken with Spinach, Tomato, Garlic and White Wine: Garlic is one of the best natural cancer fighters on the planet, plus it\'s an anti-bacterial and helps protect your DNA.