Did you know that your body may be in need of water when you are craving food? The need for water and hydration may be disguised as a craving for food, especially sweets. Next time you feel a snack attack coming on try drinking a glass of water and wait a few minutes. It may just crush it.
6 signs & symptoms of dehydration. Check out #5.
Catherine Bares
Remember: follow me, share me, talk about me
by 
by Here’s another tip from Tim Skwiat, Head Nutrition Coach, BioTrust Nutrition:
“You may have heard that most fruits and veggies are better consumed raw instead of cooked, as cooking can reduce their vitamin and mineral content. While this is true in many cases, it’s the exact opposite with tomatoes. You see, tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a phytonutrient with many positive health benefits. Unlike other veggies, cooking actually increases concentrations of lycopene in tomatoes, so enjoy tomato sauce, roasted tomatoes, and other cooked dishes with tomatoes more often!”
Catherine Bares
by 
by According to Tim Skwiat, Head Nutrition Coach at BioTrust Nutrition:
“Did you know that it’s not just the foods you eat, but actually the way you EAT them that matters when it comes to maximum fat-burning?”
“For example, if you are eating pre-sliced strawberries, the fat-burning vitamin content of these sweet treats can be compromised due to prolonged exposure to oxygen. Instead, when eating strawberries, it’s best to eat them whole (who doesn’t love biting into a juicy strawberry?), or at least wait until you are ready to eat to slice and dice them up. One thing you DON’T want to do is slice them and then store them, consuming them over time, as this will surely reduce the fat-burning power of the great strawberry.”
Catherine Bares
Remember: follow me, share me, talk about me
by by Did you know that Cilantro is packed with phytonutrients and antioxidants? According to Issue #22 of Inspire Health, “it is a great source of dietary fiber, iron, magnesium and manganese. Cilantro is rich in antioxidants that are effective at fighting free radicals. ”
When deciding on fresh or dried herbs: “using fresh spring herbs rather than dried or processed seasonings is a simple way to add nutrient density to daily meals.” “Consumption of fresh spring herbs has health benefits far beyond simply adding flavor to food.”
Catherine Bares
Remember: follow me, share me, talk about me
by by 
The first time I cooked venison I swore I would never cook it again. It smelled bad and tasted terrible. But, living with a family of hunters and having a freezer full of venison, I decided to investigate techniques to prepare the meat before cooking. As a result, venison is my preferred meat.
First, in order to remove the wild game taste, the meat should be drained of blood. How do you do that? I have found 2 effective ways:
Raw meat will cook more evenly at room temperature, especially thicker cuts. In fact, taking the chill off your roasts, chops and even fish fillets before cooking will produce juicier, more evenly cooked meat. You will find that more blood will come out when you take the chill out (Up to 30 minutes). Once you drain off the excess blood, cook it as desired. You should always take safety precautions when taking the chill off meat.
One of my favorite venison recipes from Tony Chachere’s Cajun Country Cookbook. Venison Parmesan
Catherine Bares
by 
by 
“Avocados are one of the best flab-fighting fats, but it’s unlikely that you’ll eat an entire avocado in one sitting. So how do you keep that leftover avocado from turning brown?”
“Well, first let’s talk about why avocados turn brown. Like apples or potatoes, they oxidize when exposed to air. Once you cut into an avocado, you’ll never be able to completely stop the oxidation process, but you can dramatically slow it with a few quick tips and tricks:”
1. “Cut the avocado with a ceramic or plastic knife. Metal actually accelerates the oxidation process.”
2. “Try lemon or lime juice. Citric acid is a powerful antioxidant; rub a little juice around the exposed flesh and you’ll significantly delay the browning effect.”
3. “No lemon or lime? Use oil. Oil is another great buffer to oxygen. Use in place of lemon or lime juice when you don’t have any handy.”
4. “Store as air-tight as possible. Again, avocados turn brown due to oxidation and exposure to air, so storing in an air-tight container only makes sense.”
5. “Water. Huh? That’s right! This one works exceptionally well for guacamole. Place your leftover guac in a plastic container and press down to remove any air pockets. Add a half inch of water on top and seal with an air-tight lid. The water creates a barrier between the avocado and the air, keeping your guacamole fresh and 100% green for 24 hours or more! When ready to eat some more, just drain the excess water and enjoy. Works like a charm!”
Catherine Bares
by 
by