healthyholisticliving--2020-04-24--Canada’s Wonderland Just Shared The Recipe For Its Iconic Funnel Cakes

Dear Reader : These are extraordinary times we ’ re living in , and while we ’ ve always got an eye toward health and wellness , sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different .
As our needs shift , self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room , or sweet treats that aren ’ t normally a part of your diet .
We believe that sometimes it ’ s OK to forego the status quo , and that ’ s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “ yummy but maybe not for every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Enjoy !
For many of our friends north of the border , funnel cakes from Canada ’ s Wonderland are a signal that all ’ s well .
The air is getting warmer , the sun is shining , and it ’ s time to play .
While the air is indeed getting warmer as we shift solidly into Spring of 2020 , it ’ s not time to play just yet .
Unsure as to when the right time to reopen the park will be , the kind and generous people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to tide us over with a tasty treat that we can make ourselves at home .
Behold : Strawberry funnel cakes .
Make strawberry sauce first and store in a refrigerator .
• None 56g modified corn starch ( clear gel ) – ( if not available can be replaced with corn starch ; adjust amount as per packaging instructions for 30 ml of water ) • None Add sugar , strawberry jam , strawberry glaze , red food coloring and bring to boil on medium heat .
• None Mix modified corn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if not available can be replaced with corn starch ) and mix with 30 ml water .
• None Pour modified corn starch mixture slowly into the boiling strawberry jam-strawberry glaze mixture while stirring .
• None Make sure no lumps in it .
Bring to boil , add strawberry extract and mix .
Turn off the heat .
• None Place frozen strawberries in a heat-proof container .
Pour boiling mixture over the frozen strawberries and mix well .
• None Cover with a lid and place in the refrigerator until strawberries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ serve it with funnel cakes .
• None Oil for deep frying ( enough to cover funnel cake ) • None In a bowl , mix all dry ingredients flour , sugar , baking powder and salt .
• None In a separate bowl , mix all wet ingredients eggs , milk , water and vanilla extract until well blended .
• None Slowly combine dry ingredients into wet until completely mixed and there are no lumps .
Do not over mix and make sure mixture is smooth .
• None Test oil @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in oil .
If it rises to surface quickly , oil is ready .
• None Hold the jug or squeeze bottle with the funnel cake mixture 3-4 inches above the oil ( wear an oven mitt for safety ) .
• None With a slotted spoon carefully fry each side about 2 minutes until golden brown .
( Be careful not to splash hot oil ) • None Place warm funnel cake on a plate , pour about 2 spoons ( or more as desired ) of strawberry sauce over , sprinkle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ If available , can be served with vanilla ice cream .

Dear Reader: These are extraordinary times we’re living in, and while we’ve always got an eye toward health and wellness, sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different. As our needs shift, self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room, or sweet treats that aren’t normally a part of your diet. We believe that sometimes it’s OK to forego the status quo, and that’s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “yummy but maybe not for every day” recipes for you to try. Enjoy!
For many of our friends north of the border, funnel cakes from Canada’s Wonderland are a signal that all’s well. The air is getting warmer, the sun is shining, and it’s time to play.
While the air is indeed getting warmer as we shift solidly into Spring of 2020, it’s not time to play just yet. Unsure as to when the right time to reopen the park will be, the kind and generous people at Canada’s Wonderland have decided to tide us over with a tasty treat that we can make ourselves at home. Behold: Strawberry funnel cakes.
Strawberry Sauce
Make strawberry sauce first and store in a refrigerator.
Ingredients:
250g Frozen Strawberries
1 L + 30 ml water
100g strawberry Jam
200g sugar
50g strawberry glaze (optional)
2 tsp strawberry extract
2 tbsp red food coloring
56g modified corn starch (clear gel) – (if not available can be replaced with corn starch; adjust amount as per packaging instructions for 30 ml of water)
Directions:
In a thick-bottom pot bring 1 L water to boil. Add sugar, strawberry jam, strawberry glaze, red food coloring and bring to boil on medium heat. Mix modified corn starch (Clear Gel) – (if not available can be replaced with corn starch) and mix with 30 ml water. Pour modified corn starch mixture slowly into the boiling strawberry jam-strawberry glaze mixture while stirring. Make sure no lumps in it. Bring to boil, add strawberry extract and mix. Turn off the heat. Place frozen strawberries in a heat-proof container. Pour boiling mixture over the frozen strawberries and mix well. Cover with a lid and place in the refrigerator until strawberries are thawed. Mix gently before you serve it with funnel cakes.
Funnel Cake
Ingredients:
2 large eggs, room temperature
250ml 2% milk
250ml water
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
400g all-purpose flour
52g sugar
3 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
Oil for deep frying (enough to cover funnel cake)
Confectionery (Icing) sugar
Vanilla ice cream, for serving
Directions:
In a bowl, mix all dry ingredients flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In a separate bowl, mix all wet ingredients eggs, milk, water and vanilla extract until well blended. Slowly combine dry ingredients into wet until completely mixed and there are no lumps. Do not over mix and make sure mixture is smooth. Pour mixture into a pitcher or squeeze bottle. In a thick-bottom pot, heat oil to 375°F. Test oil by dropping a small spoonful of batter in oil. If it rises to surface quickly, oil is ready. Hold the jug or squeeze bottle with the funnel cake mixture 3-4 inches above the oil (wear an oven mitt for safety). Pour about 1 cup funnel cake mixture in a spiral motion. With a slotted spoon carefully fry each side about 2 minutes until golden brown. (Be careful not to splash hot oil) Remove funnel cake and drain excess oil on paper towels.
Serving


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-24--Vegan Cook Goes Viral On TikTok After Carrot ‘Bacon’ Recipe Attracts Over 12 Million Views

TikTok sensation Tabitha Brown has gained herself nearly two million followers in just one month , thanks to some lowly carrots and a few spices .
Thanks to her work as an actress , Ms. Brown is as smart as she is funny in her short video introducing the world to carrot bacon .
Turns out it ’ s an excellent vegan substitute for the artery clogging real thing .
“ But does it have any crunch ?
” you might ask .
And it does , plenty of it !
Now that many of us have been hunkered down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ snacks and Netflix , perhaps it ’ s time to look at healthier alternatives .
Maybe this is the reason Tabitha Brown ’ s recipe has taken the internet by storm .
With more than a quarter-million views on Instagram and 2.6 million on TikTok , the carrot bacon is definitely getting people ’ s attention .
It ’ s really easy to make too !
Begin by preparing a marinade of vinegar , olive oil , smoked paprika , maple syrup and liquid smoke .
Optional : vegan Worcestershire sauce .
There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ amount of each ingredient that you should add , just go by taste .
While the Worcestershire sauce is optional , and admittedly a little tough to find in some places , it pairs nicely with the smoked paprika .
So if you ’ ve got it , or access to it , it ’ s worth it .
• None Peel a few medium to large carrots into strips .
It works best to peel one side of the carrot until you reach the core , then turn it over and do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This way you ’ ll get the fattest and most uniform strips .
• None Toss the carrot strips in your marinade , and lay them out flat on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper , or one of those fancy reusable silicone baking mats .
• None Cook the carrot strips in an air fryer or bake them in an oven set to 425 degrees Fahrenheit , for 18 – 20 minutes , until the strips are tender yet crispy .
Be sure to turn the strips halfway @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lay them flat again .
This will ensure they crisp evenly .
• None Congratulations !
You have now made bacon out of carrots .
Is there anything you can ’ t do ?
Pro Tip : You can make a whole bunch and store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge .
Reheat them for a few seconds in the microwave .
“ I think I ’ m about to go vegan , ” one viewer commented .
“ OMG why does this look so bomb .
”

TikTok sensation Tabitha Brown has gained herself nearly two million followers in just one month, thanks to some lowly carrots and a few spices. Thanks to her work as an actress, Ms. Brown is as smart as she is funny in her short video introducing the world to carrot bacon. Turns out it’s an excellent vegan substitute for the artery clogging real thing. “But does it have any crunch?” you might ask. And it does, plenty of it!
Now that many of us have been hunkered down for a month or more, binging snacks and Netflix, perhaps it’s time to look at healthier alternatives. Maybe this is the reason Tabitha Brown’s recipe has taken the internet by storm. With more than a quarter-million views on Instagram and 2.6 million on TikTok, the carrot bacon is definitely getting people’s attention.
It’s really easy to make too!
Begin by preparing a marinade of vinegar, olive oil, smoked paprika, maple syrup and liquid smoke. Optional: vegan Worcestershire sauce. There’s no exact science to the amount of each ingredient that you should add, just go by taste. While the Worcestershire sauce is optional, and admittedly a little tough to find in some places, it pairs nicely with the smoked paprika. So if you’ve got it, or access to it, it’s worth it.
Peel a few medium to large carrots into strips. It works best to peel one side of the carrot until you reach the core, then turn it over and do the other side of the carrot. This way you’ll get the fattest and most uniform strips. Toss the carrot strips in your marinade, and lay them out flat on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper, or one of those fancy reusable silicone baking mats. Cook the carrot strips in an air fryer or bake them in an oven set to 425 degrees Fahrenheit, for 18 – 20 minutes, until the strips are tender yet crispy. Be sure to turn the strips halfway through baking, and take care to lay them flat again. This will ensure they crisp evenly. Congratulations! You have now made bacon out of carrots. Is there anything you can’t do?
Pro Tip: You can make a whole bunch and store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat them for a few seconds in the microwave.
“I think I’m about to go vegan,” one viewer commented. “OMG why does this look so bomb.”


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-27--Opinion | The Infection That’s Silently Killing Patients

Dr. Richard Levitan , an emergency doctor with more than 30 years of experience , published an opinion piece in the New York Times on April 20 , 2020 .
In the piece , he described an “ infection ” that is furtively killing COVID-19 patients : silent hypoxia .
( 1 ) As New York City was being overwhelmed by COVID-19 cases , Levitan offered to work at Bellevue Hospital for 10 days .
He said that almost all of the patients he treated had pneumonia caused by COVID-19 .
But what was surprising was that people that hadn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had the infection too .
( 1 ) Levitan realized that many COVID-19 patients are experiencing “ silent hypoxia ” , which keeps them from seeking help earlier .
They often don ’ t come to the hospital until the virus has advanced so far that they need a ventilator , putting stress on hospitals and making it harder for the patients to recover .
( 1 ) Hypoxia occurs when your body can ’ t get enough oxygen .
Low oxygen levels in your blood results in low oxygen in your tissues @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of breath , wheezing , and other breathing issues .
( 2 ) Usually , pneumonia patients experience those breathing problems , as well as chest discomfort and pain with breathing .
But , according to Levitan , many COVID-19 pneumonia patients don ’ t show shortness of breath , even though their oxygen levels are decreasing .
While most people have an oxygen saturation of 94 % to 100 % , the oxygen saturation for patients with COVID-19 pneumonia could drop to 50 % .
( 1 ) Levitan wrote that many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ symptoms for about a week : fever , cough , fatigue , upset stomach .
They hadn ’ t noticed any breathing problems until the day they decided to come to the hospital .
( 1 ) But while patients may not notice their low oxygen levels , they are certainly being affected by them .
The devious nature of silent hypoxia means that patients could have COVID-19 pneumonia for days without knowing it .
By the time they go to the hospital , they are in serious need of medical assistance .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ COVID-19 patients because the virus harms pulmonary cells that produce surfactant .
According to Levitan ’ s New York Times piece , “ This substance helps the air sacs in the lungs stay open between breaths and is critical to normal lung function.
” ( 1 ) COVID pneumonia causes inflammation , which leads to the collapse of the lung ’ s air sacs and decreased oxygen levels .
But the lungs don ’ t become stiff , and patients can continue to breathe out carbon dioxide .
Too much carbon dioxide in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ breath .
( 1 ) Patients don ’ t notice that their oxygen levels have dropped because they have an automatic physiological response .
They breathe faster and deeper to make up for the low oxygen in their blood .
But this actually causes more inflammation and more lung sacs to cave in .
Their pneumonia worsens until their oxygen levels are so low that they notice and go to the hospital .
( 1 ) Levitan said that COVID-19 patients who experience silent hypoxia will likely require a ventilator by the time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be more difficult for them to recover than if they had sought medical attention earlier .
Many will not be able to recover .
( 1 ) Patients with COVID-19 pneumonia can avoid being put on a ventilator and have a better chance of recovering if they get treatment before their pneumonia advances too far .
This will also free up ventilators , of which there is a shortage , as well as other hospital resources needed to care for critically ill coronavirus patients .
( 1 ) Levitan proposes a common @ @ @ @ @ @ @ COVID pneumonia patients earlier : the pulse oximeter .
You don ’ t need a prescription to buy a pulse oximeter , and you can find them at pharmacies and online .
( 1 ) To use a pulse oximeter , turn the device on and place it over your fingertip .
You will get two readings : your oxygen saturation and pulse rate .
If you noticed a decreased oxygen saturation and increased pulse rate , you should reach out to your doctor .
They can advise you on whether or not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the hospital .
( 1 ) Using a pulse oximeter daily will give you crucial information , allowing you to detect silent hypoxia , whether you are displaying COVID-19 symptoms or not .
Catching it the infection early could save your life .
( 1 ) “ We must direct resources to identifying and treating the initial phase of COVID-19 pneumonia earlier by screening for silent hypoxia , ” Levitan wrote .
“ It ’ s time to get ahead of this virus instead of chasing it.
” ( 1 )

The Silent Infection Making Coronavirus Worse
Dr. Richard Levitan, an emergency doctor with more than 30 years of experience, published an opinion piece in the New York Times on April 20, 2020. In the piece, he described an “infection” that is furtively killing COVID-19 patients: silent hypoxia. (1)
As New York City was being overwhelmed by COVID-19 cases, Levitan offered to work at Bellevue Hospital for 10 days. He said that almost all of the patients he treated had pneumonia caused by COVID-19. But what was surprising was that people that hadn’t communicated about any breathing problems had the infection too. (1)
Levitan realized that many COVID-19 patients are experiencing “silent hypoxia”, which keeps them from seeking help earlier. They often don’t come to the hospital until the virus has advanced so far that they need a ventilator, putting stress on hospitals and making it harder for the patients to recover. (1)
Silent Hypoxia
Hypoxia occurs when your body can’t get enough oxygen. Low oxygen levels in your blood results in low oxygen in your tissues. People with hypoxia usually experience shortness of breath, wheezing, and other breathing issues. (2)
Usually, pneumonia patients experience those breathing problems, as well as chest discomfort and pain with breathing. But, according to Levitan, many COVID-19 pneumonia patients don’t show shortness of breath, even though their oxygen levels are decreasing. While most people have an oxygen saturation of 94% to 100%, the oxygen saturation for patients with COVID-19 pneumonia could drop to 50%. (1)
Levitan wrote that many of his patients had been experiencing other symptoms for about a week: fever, cough, fatigue, upset stomach. They hadn’t noticed any breathing problems until the day they decided to come to the hospital. (1)
But while patients may not notice their low oxygen levels, they are certainly being affected by them. The devious nature of silent hypoxia means that patients could have COVID-19 pneumonia for days without knowing it. By the time they go to the hospital, they are in serious need of medical assistance. (1)
Silent hypoxia happens in COVID-19 patients because the virus harms pulmonary cells that produce surfactant. According to Levitan’s New York Times piece, “This substance helps the air sacs in the lungs stay open between breaths and is critical to normal lung function.” (1)
COVID pneumonia causes inflammation, which leads to the collapse of the lung’s air sacs and decreased oxygen levels. But the lungs don’t become stiff, and patients can continue to breathe out carbon dioxide. Too much carbon dioxide in the lungs is what causes shortness of breath. (1)
Patients don’t notice that their oxygen levels have dropped because they have an automatic physiological response. They breathe faster and deeper to make up for the low oxygen in their blood. But this actually causes more inflammation and more lung sacs to cave in. Their pneumonia worsens until their oxygen levels are so low that they notice and go to the hospital. (1)
Using a Pulse Oximeter to Detect Silent Hypoxia
Levitan said that COVID-19 patients who experience silent hypoxia will likely require a ventilator by the time they go to the hospital. It will be more difficult for them to recover than if they had sought medical attention earlier. Many will not be able to recover. (1)
Patients with COVID-19 pneumonia can avoid being put on a ventilator and have a better chance of recovering if they get treatment before their pneumonia advances too far. This will also free up ventilators, of which there is a shortage, as well as other hospital resources needed to care for critically ill coronavirus patients. (1)
Levitan proposes a common tool to help us find and treat COVID pneumonia patients earlier: the pulse oximeter. You don’t need a prescription to buy a pulse oximeter, and you can find them at pharmacies and online. (1)
To use a pulse oximeter, turn the device on and place it over your fingertip. You will get two readings: your oxygen saturation and pulse rate. If you noticed a decreased oxygen saturation and increased pulse rate, you should reach out to your doctor. They can advise you on whether or not it’s time to go to the hospital. (1)
Using a pulse oximeter daily will give you crucial information, allowing you to detect silent hypoxia, whether you are displaying COVID-19 symptoms or not. Catching it the infection early could save your life. (1)
“We must direct resources to identifying and treating the initial phase of COVID-19 pneumonia earlier by screening for silent hypoxia,” Levitan wrote. “It’s time to get ahead of this virus instead of chasing it.” (1)


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-27--Second 12-Ton Haul Of Pangolin Scales Seized In Less Than A Week

What do you know about anteaters ?
Maybe you think they ’ re weird-looking .
Maybe you know this bit of trivia : Remember Arthur , from TVOKids ?
He ’ s an anteater .
But what you may not know is that the anteater has a scaly cousin called the pangolin .
Poachers routinely kill and strip the scales of this cousin for use in folk remedies .
Nearly 13 tons – 12.7 to be exact – which is just under 28,000 pounds .
It ’ s certainly a lot of weight .
But you may be surprised to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of pangolin scales : it ’ s $ 38 million .
That ’ s in US dollars .
On Monday , April 8th , 2020 , a 40-foot crate headed from Nigeria to Vietnam was stopped .
It claimed to be filled with seeds .
Upon closer inspection , however , authorities uncovered 474 bags of pangolin scales .
They estimate over 21,000 pangolins would have been killed to produce a haul like this .
An almost equally-sized shipment was discovered less than a week before , Wednesday , April 3rd .
These @ @ @ @ @ @ @ amount of scales discovered in two loads in 2015 and 2016 .
All eight species of pangolin are protected by law and are classified as “ threatened with extinction ” on the International Union of Conservation of Nature ’ s Red List .
The Chinese and Sunda pangolins are critically endangered .
It is the giant ground pangolin and the white-bellied tree pangolin who were the victims of these Singapore harvests , and , while not critically endangered , are still heavily protected by their status as “ vulnerable.
” ( 2 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scales may be hefty , getting caught isn ’ t cheap .
Perpetrators charged with illegal smuggling of pangolin scales face up to two years in prison and $ 500,000 in fines .
Following the January 2020 interception of pangolin scales in Hong Kong , WildAid campaigner Alex Hofford praised the customs officials who intercepted these shipments .
However , he thinks the government could do more .
“ We want the Hong Kong government to take a step further , ” he says .
“ At the moment , they ’ re @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who collect the containers — not the people at the top of the pyramid.
” Given that both the shipments this year originated from the same location , it is not unlikely that they are being smuggled by the same people–and if so , catching these pyramid headers may be of the utmost importance to protect the pangolin .
( 2 , 3 , 4 ) Pangolin scales are a traditional part of many East Asian medicines and are thought to cure things such as “ excessive nervousness and hysterical crying in children @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , malarial fever and deafness , ” according to a Nature article .
Dr. Adrian Loo , from the National Parks Board , finds this “ heartbreaking from the conservation point of view .
Pangolin scales are just made of keratin – the same material as your hair - ” he explains , “ so scientifically there is no basis for its purported cure for illnesses.
” Yet , it seems like the lack of scientific evidence will not stop these poachers–who often hack the pangolins to death with machetes as the animals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2000 and 2016 , over a million pangolins have been illegally traded .
( 1,2,4 )

What do you know about anteaters? Maybe you think they’re weird-looking. Maybe you know this bit of trivia: Remember Arthur, from TVOKids? He’s an anteater. But what you may not know is that the anteater has a scaly cousin called the pangolin. Poachers routinely kill and strip the scales of this cousin for use in folk remedies.
A Multi-Million Dollar Business
Nearly 13 tons – 12.7 to be exact – which is just under 28,000 pounds. It’s certainly a lot of weight. But you may be surprised to learn the dollar value of that amount of pangolin scales: it’s $38 million. That’s in US dollars.
On Monday, April 8th, 2020, a 40-foot crate headed from Nigeria to Vietnam was stopped. It claimed to be filled with seeds. Upon closer inspection, however, authorities uncovered 474 bags of pangolin scales. They estimate over 21,000 pangolins would have been killed to produce a haul like this.
An almost equally-sized shipment was discovered less than a week before, Wednesday, April 3rd. These two shipments contain over 58 times the amount of scales discovered in two loads in 2015 and 2016. All eight species of pangolin are protected by law and are classified as “threatened with extinction” on the International Union of Conservation of Nature’s Red List. The Chinese and Sunda pangolins are critically endangered. It is the giant ground pangolin and the white-bellied tree pangolin who were the victims of these Singapore harvests, and, while not critically endangered, are still heavily protected by their status as “vulnerable.” (2, 3)
The Scales of Justice
Although the value of the scales may be hefty, getting caught isn’t cheap. Perpetrators charged with illegal smuggling of pangolin scales face up to two years in prison and $500,000 in fines.
Following the January 2020 interception of pangolin scales in Hong Kong, WildAid campaigner Alex Hofford praised the customs officials who intercepted these shipments. However, he thinks the government could do more. “We want the Hong Kong government to take a step further,” he says. “At the moment, they’re just catching the mules, the people who collect the containers — not the people at the top of the pyramid.” Given that both the shipments this year originated from the same location, it is not unlikely that they are being smuggled by the same people–and if so, catching these pyramid headers may be of the utmost importance to protect the pangolin. (2, 3, 4)
Pangolin Medicine
Pangolin scales are a traditional part of many East Asian medicines and are thought to cure things such as “excessive nervousness and hysterical crying in children, women possessed by devils and ogres, malarial fever and deafness,” according to a Nature article. Dr. Adrian Loo, from the National Parks Board, finds this “heartbreaking from the conservation point of view. Pangolin scales are just made of keratin – the same material as your hair -” he explains, “so scientifically there is no basis for its purported cure for illnesses.” Yet, it seems like the lack of scientific evidence will not stop these poachers–who often hack the pangolins to death with machetes as the animals curl into a defensive ball. Between 2000 and 2016, over a million pangolins have been illegally traded. (1,2,4)


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-27--Rich People Doing Chores For First Time: ‘It’s Been A Complete Shock’

While most of us keep our own homes clean , for those who can afford a maid , cleaning can prove to be a bit of a downer .
With COVID-19 disrupting our lives in so many ways , having to do chores for the first time is not one of the challenges we will face .
However , for those well off , the idea of cleaning and keeping the household running is proving to be a shock .
How sad .
Dermatologist , Kenneth Mark is one of those people .
He ’ s had the same housekeeper @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her so much she even became his nanny when his son was born .
However , with the coronavirus pandemic keeping us all at home , he no longer has his housekeeper at his disposal .
“ She really takes care of everything , ” says Mark .
“ She is almost like a house manager , cleaning lady and nanny rolled into one.
” Mark felt it was a risk to expect her to come to his home during the pandemic .
“ From a medical perspective , it was potentially dangerous @ @ @ @ @ @ @ says .
However , he wasn ’ t prepared for the workload that would land in his lap without her around .
“ It ’ s been a complete shock to our normal day-to-day life , ” says Mark .
“ I ’ m doing way more than I would under normal circumstances.
” Mark is so attached to his housekeeper he ’ s still paying her even though she isn ’ t working .
Peter Mahler , the head of a private staffing agency says about 40 % of his clients are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Many are willing to pay a premium to do so .
In fact , many house staff members are being paid as much as 30 % more to remain in self-isolation with their employers .
“ A lot of these high net worth individuals have in-person housekeepers , cleaning ladies and chefs still in their homes , ” says a resident of Manhattan ’ s Upper East Side .
“ If they let the housekeeper go home for the weekend , they could contract the virus and bring it back .
So people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there .
If staff do say , ‘ Hey , we want to go back to our families , ’ the answer is , ‘ Fine , but you can ’ t come back until this is over.
’ So people are having to make a decision : ‘ Do I want to see my family , or do I want to continue to work and make money ?
’ It ’ s tough.
” I know for myself , the “ chores ” causing so much trouble for these people are something @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , people like Mark don ’ t even know how to perform the daily chores that mysteriously kept his home so clean , and his household running effortlessly .
“ That stay-at-home mom who has a housekeeper and chef has had to let them go .
Now they ’ re doing the diapers , putting the kids to sleep and making dinner , ” says broker Philip Scheinfeld .
“ I ’ m sure Bravo would love to start filming these ladies .
It would make a great show.
” While I ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , I ’ d give it a watch even if it was just half an episode !
But then again it might just be too ridiculous to bear .

While most of us keep our own homes clean, for those who can afford a maid, cleaning can prove to be a bit of a downer. With COVID-19 disrupting our lives in so many ways, having to do chores for the first time is not one of the challenges we will face. However, for those well off, the idea of cleaning and keeping the household running is proving to be a shock. How sad.
Taking Care Of Chores
Dermatologist, Kenneth Mark is one of those people. He’s had the same housekeeper for two decades. He depends on her so much she even became his nanny when his son was born. However, with the coronavirus pandemic keeping us all at home, he no longer has his housekeeper at his disposal. “She really takes care of everything,” says Mark. “She is almost like a house manager, cleaning lady and nanny rolled into one.”
Mark felt it was a risk to expect her to come to his home during the pandemic. “From a medical perspective, it was potentially dangerous for her and us,” he says. However, he wasn’t prepared for the workload that would land in his lap without her around.
“It’s been a complete shock to our normal day-to-day life,” says Mark. “I’m doing way more than I would under normal circumstances.” Mark is so attached to his housekeeper he’s still paying her even though she isn’t working.
Tough Decisions
Peter Mahler, the head of a private staffing agency says about 40% of his clients are keeping their house staff on board. Many are willing to pay a premium to do so. In fact, many house staff members are being paid as much as 30% more to remain in self-isolation with their employers.
“A lot of these high net worth individuals have in-person housekeepers, cleaning ladies and chefs still in their homes,” says a resident of Manhattan’s Upper East Side. “If they let the housekeeper go home for the weekend, they could contract the virus and bring it back. So people who have live-in help are keeping them there. If staff do say, ‘Hey, we want to go back to our families,’ the answer is, ‘Fine, but you can’t come back until this is over.’ So people are having to make a decision: ‘Do I want to see my family, or do I want to continue to work and make money?’ It’s tough.”
Chores Keep You Busy
I know for myself, the “chores” causing so much trouble for these people are something that helps keep me busy. However, people like Mark don’t even know how to perform the daily chores that mysteriously kept his home so clean, and his household running effortlessly.
“That stay-at-home mom who has a housekeeper and chef has had to let them go. Now they’re doing the diapers, putting the kids to sleep and making dinner,” says broker Philip Scheinfeld. “I’m sure Bravo would love to start filming these ladies. It would make a great show.”
While I’m not a fan of reality television, I’d give it a watch even if it was just half an episode! But then again it might just be too ridiculous to bear.


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-27--She’s The ICU Nurse Who Silently Stood In Protest At The Phoenix Rally To Reopen Arizona

“ I feel fortunate I was able to say so much without saying anything at all.
” That ’ s 27-year-old ICU nurse Lauren Leander , speaking of spending her day off at a local rally in Phoenix Arizona .
Lauren is normally responsible for caring for the COVID-19 patients who end up in her intensive care unit , but on April 20 , 2020 , she happened to have a day off from work .
( 1 ) It turned out there was also a protest planned at the Arizona Capitol later that day ; folks who had something @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s stay-at-home order .
This order , like others across the country , is an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus which causes COVID-19 .
There are some people who feel that this viral pandemic is not as severe as is being presented in the media , and the resulting fear and anger are beginning to spill over .
The bottom line is that people are worried they aren ’ t going to be able to put food on the table if they can ’ t work .
So , they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speech by gathering in large numbers to state their grievance .
( 1 ) Nurse Leander had seen images from other protest rallies around the country and decided to see if a few of her colleagues wanted to join her there .
The intention was not to draw attention but instead to simply be present… have a presence… in this protest .
To remind people of the front line workers .
Those who would be put in harm ’ s way through such careless actions as protesting with no social distancing measures , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you believe in the virus or not , we ’ re the people who are going to take care of you one way or the other , ” Lauren said during a phone interview with The Arizona Republic .
( 1 ) Lauren stood there silently in her scrubs and mask , as streams of insults were thrown her way by protesters .
Some accused her of being an actor , while others suggested that she was not a real nurse ; instead perhaps a dentist ’ s assistant or a healthcare professional @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speak briefly with a local news station , she did not engage with any of the protestors .
What she saw was people who seem to honestly believe wholeheartedly that concerns about the virus are overblown .
Folks who refuse to be driven by some unseen threat .
Most protesters didn ’ t wear masks or keep their distance from each other , but Lauren did .
She ’ s seen firsthand what this illness can do , and she ’ s not taking any chances .
She wasn ’ t there to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be present as a reminder that it ’ s not just their own health these protesters are gambling with .
“ It was disheartening to have those kinds of comments thrown in my face , “ she told the Arizona Republic .
( 1 ) “ I Hadn ’ t Been Scared As A Nurse Before That Day ” Nurse Leander is a graduate of Arizona State University ’ s nursing school and has been a professional in this field for six years .
In February when Banner University Medical Center opened @ @ @ @ @ @ @ patients , she volunteered to work there .
She figured she ’ s young and healthy , and child-free too , which is an added bonus because there ’ s no one to bring the virus home to .
So she was happy to take on the 12 hour days , 3-4 days per week .
Her very first patient was a young , healthy , vibrant woman , a lot like Lauren herself .
And she was in the throws of respiratory distress , fighting not just for her next breath but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ felt a fear she ’ d never had before that day .
“ If there was an explosion of this virus , we would not be OK , ” she said .
“ We would not have what we need anymore.
” ( 1 ) The exact intention of a stay-at-home order is , of course , to flatten the curve – to lessen the impact of the virus by slowing its spread .
Time will tell how much damage has been done by this rally and those like it around the country @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will keep doing what she does best : caring for the people who are sick so they can live another day in the Land of the Free .

“I feel fortunate I was able to say so much without saying anything at all.” That’s 27-year-old ICU nurse Lauren Leander, speaking of spending her day off at a local rally in Phoenix Arizona. Lauren is normally responsible for caring for the COVID-19 patients who end up in her intensive care unit, but on April 20, 2020, she happened to have a day off from work. (1)
It turned out there was also a protest planned at the Arizona Capitol later that day; folks who had something to say about Governor Doug Ducey’s stay-at-home order. This order, like others across the country, is an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus which causes COVID-19. There are some people who feel that this viral pandemic is not as severe as is being presented in the media, and the resulting fear and anger are beginning to spill over. The bottom line is that people are worried they aren’t going to be able to put food on the table if they can’t work. So, they chose to exercise their right to free speech by gathering in large numbers to state their grievance. (1)
Protest Rally Heats Up
Nurse Leander had seen images from other protest rallies around the country and decided to see if a few of her colleagues wanted to join her there. The intention was not to draw attention but instead to simply be present… have a presence… in this protest. To remind people of the front line workers. Those who would be put in harm’s way through such careless actions as protesting with no social distancing measures, or even a mask.
“Whether you believe in the virus or not, we’re the people who are going to take care of you one way or the other,” Lauren said during a phone interview with The Arizona Republic. (1)
Lauren stood there silently in her scrubs and mask, as streams of insults were thrown her way by protesters. Some accused her of being an actor, while others suggested that she was not a real nurse; instead perhaps a dentist’s assistant or a healthcare professional who performs abortions.
Lauren’s Silent Protest Rally
While she did speak briefly with a local news station, she did not engage with any of the protestors. What she saw was people who seem to honestly believe wholeheartedly that concerns about the virus are overblown. Folks who refuse to be driven by some unseen threat. Most protesters didn’t wear masks or keep their distance from each other, but Lauren did. She’s seen firsthand what this illness can do, and she’s not taking any chances. She wasn’t there to side with them, she was there to be present as a reminder that it’s not just their own health these protesters are gambling with. “It was disheartening to have those kinds of comments thrown in my face, “ she told the Arizona Republic. (1)
“I Hadn’t Been Scared As A Nurse Before That Day”
Nurse Leander is a graduate of Arizona State University’s nursing school and has been a professional in this field for six years. In February when Banner University Medical Center opened a new overflow unit specifically for COVID-19 patients, she volunteered to work there. She figured she’s young and healthy, and child-free too, which is an added bonus because there’s no one to bring the virus home to. So she was happy to take on the 12 hour days, 3-4 days per week. Her very first patient was a young, healthy, vibrant woman, a lot like Lauren herself. And she was in the throws of respiratory distress, fighting not just for her next breath but for her entire life, and Lauren felt a fear she’d never had before that day.
“If there was an explosion of this virus, we would not be OK,” she said. “We would not have what we need anymore.” (1) The exact intention of a stay-at-home order is, of course, to flatten the curve – to lessen the impact of the virus by slowing its spread. Time will tell how much damage has been done by this rally and those like it around the country.
For now, Nurse Lauren Leander will keep doing what she does best: caring for the people who are sick so they can live another day in the Land of the Free.


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-27--Baked vegan hash browns

Baked vegan hash browns

Dear Reader : These are extraordinary times we ’ re living in , and while we ’ ve always got an eye toward health and wellness , sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different .
As our needs shift , self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room , or sweet treats that aren ’ t normally a part of your diet .
We believe that sometimes it ’ s OK to forego the status quo , and that ’ s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “ yummy but maybe not for every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Enjoy !
Few things are more universally loved than hash browns .
What ’ s not to love ?
Hot , crispy , starchy deliciousness pairs well with just about anything you have going on already , be it breakfast , lunch or dinner .
You ’ ll be surprised at how much texture these hash browns have , given the amount of oil that is used .
There are two options presented here ; one where the potatoes are parboiled , and one where they are not .
They ’ ll @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but you ’ ll have a hard time deciding which is better .
• None If you want crispy hash browns with a softer interior , parboil potatoes for 5 minutes , drain and allow to cool completely .
You can also simply use raw potatoes ; they produce crispier hash browns with less softness inside .
• None Grate raw or cooled parboiled potatoes coarsely in a food processor or using a manual grater .
• None Preheat the oven to 180° C / 355° F for raw potato hash browns and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ potato ones .
Have a non-stick baking sheet and a round cookie cutter or an egg ring ( mine was 8 cm / 3″ diameter ) ready .
• None Place your grated potatoes and the remaining ingredients in a bowl .
If using raw potatoes , set the mixture aside for 10 minutes .
If using parboiled potatoes , there is no need to wait .
• None Put the raw potato mixture in the middle of a clean muslin cloth or kitchen towel and squeeze all the excess moisture out into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ water away , and you will be left with potato starch stuck to the bottom of the bowl .
This is the stuff that makes for crispy hash browns so scoop it up and add it back to the mixture , breaking up the compacted potato ball after squeezing the liquid out .
• None Using a brush or an oil spray , spread a bit of oil underneath each hash brown , place your cookie cutter or egg ring on the oiled area .
Loosely pile the mixture inside the cookie cutter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 0.35 ” height ) , but DON ’ T COMPACT the mixture .
Use a fork to ensure the mixture is spread evenly and it goes all the way to the edges – make sure the mixture is piled up loosely – this way it will cook all the way through .
If you don ’ t have a cookie cutter or an egg ring , just use a spoon .
Don ’ t flatten the mixture too much and clean up the edges up with a knife to avoid them getting burnt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hash browns for 20 minutes and parboil ones for about 10 .
Carefully detach from the tray using a flat spatula .
Brush the surface of the baking tray with oil again and flip each hash brown directly on the oiled patch .
Bake for a further 15-20 minutes ( raw potato ) and 10-15 minutes ( parboiled potato ) .
• None Serve immediately .
Try them with vegan sour cream/creme fraiche or ketchup – whatever sounds delicious to you .

I don’t often align myself with products but this is one that I just had to share!
Some of you may already know years ago, I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.
I can still recall what it felt like to have my life change overnight…
I went from an Executive Director of a non-profit organization, running marathons, rock climbing, hiking canyons and kayaking to being completely bedridden and staring at a wall for 15 hours a day.
Of course, I went to see many doctors but unfortunately I didn’t find the help I needed. So, I had to set off on my own journey to learn my true path to healing.
I’d pretty much turned-over every rock trying to find relief for my pain, sleep issues and myriad of other symptoms…
Fast-forward 18 years.
I was determined to climb one of the true wonders of the natural world, Machu Picchu, the mystical home of the Incas in Peru.
It was there, after a grueling day when my feet, knees, legs, and lower back hurt so bad, that I thought I would have to abandon hopes of our next climb which was Rainbow Mountain! That night I pulled out a little spray bottle of “aceite de magnesio” that a friend had given me before I left on my trip.
What the heck, I thought. I was desperate. And I applied it all over my body before bed.
Because of the grueling day, I woke up expecting to be immobilized, but instead we were off to climb Rainbow Mountain and…I was totally pain-free!
I know it sounds impossible, but it’s 1000% the truth.


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-27--Almond Joy Cookies – Just 4 Ingredients!

Dear Reader : These are extraordinary times we ’ re living in , and while we ’ ve always got an eye toward health and wellness , sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different .
As our needs shift , self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room , or sweet treats that aren ’ t normally a part of your diet .
We believe that sometimes it ’ s OK to forego the status quo , and that ’ s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “ yummy but maybe not for every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Enjoy !
If you are a fan of the timeless chocolate bar classic Almond Joy , or you just happen to love coconut , you ’ ve got to give these Almond Joy cookies a try !
With only a few ingredients they ’ re extremely simple to make… no eggs , no flour , none of the usual suspects , not even any butter is needed to make these ooey-gooey treats .
It ’ s hard to go wrong with the delicious combination of chocolate and coconut !
These cookies are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or get-together , from baby showers to birthday parties to backyard barbecues .
But since we ’ re not able to gather in groups at this time , why not enjoy these at your next Zoom happy hour and make all your friends jealous ?
They have wine , yes , but you have wine and cookies .
You could even get your kids to join in and make a fun afternoon of baking , snacking and hanging out .
On second thought , you should just leave them out of it .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ playing instead .
Hide the evidence in the freezer in an old bag of carrots .
You ’ ll thank me later !
• None Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside .
• None Scoop out dough with a cookie scoop onto the prepared baking sheet .
• None Moisten the tips of your fingers with water and shape into discs .
Pat the tops flat .
• None Bake cookies for 12 to 14 minutes or until tips of coconut are just starting to turn golden brown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ baking sheet .
Parchment paper is a critical component for these cookies to turn out properly !
Silicone mats , waxed paper , etc .
will give you a different result .

Dear Reader: These are extraordinary times we’re living in, and while we’ve always got an eye toward health and wellness, sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different. As our needs shift, self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room, or sweet treats that aren’t normally a part of your diet. We believe that sometimes it’s OK to forego the status quo, and that’s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “yummy but maybe not for every day” recipes for you to try. Enjoy!
If you are a fan of the timeless chocolate bar classic Almond Joy, or you just happen to love coconut, you’ve got to give these Almond Joy cookies a try! With only a few ingredients they’re extremely simple to make… no eggs, no flour, none of the usual suspects, not even any butter is needed to make these ooey-gooey treats. It’s hard to go wrong with the delicious combination of chocolate and coconut!
These cookies are the perfect thing for almost any potluck or get-together, from baby showers to birthday parties to backyard barbecues. But since we’re not able to gather in groups at this time, why not enjoy these at your next Zoom happy hour and make all your friends jealous? They have wine, yes, but you have wine and cookies. You could even get your kids to join in and make a fun afternoon of baking, snacking and hanging out.
On second thought, you should just leave them out of it. Make these when they’re outside playing instead. Hide the evidence in the freezer in an old bag of carrots. You’ll thank me later!
Ingredients
1 14 oz bag sweetened coconut flakes
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2/3 cup chopped lightly salted almonds I used Blue Diamond Low Sodium Lightly Salted – light blue bag
1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk regular or fat-free works
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 325F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. In a large bowl combine coconut, chocolate chips, almonds, and sweetened condensed milk. Stir until combined. Scoop out dough with a cookie scoop onto the prepared baking sheet. Moisten the tips of your fingers with water and shape into discs. Pat the tops flat. Bake cookies for 12 to 14 minutes or until tips of coconut are just starting to turn golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheet. Store cookies in an airtight container.
Notes
Parchment paper is a critical component for these cookies to turn out properly! Silicone mats, waxed paper, etc. will give you a different result.


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-28--Science Explains What Happens To your Body When You Eat Peanut Butter Every Day

Peanut butter has been a creamy household staple for over a century .
While this gooey , salty-sweet mixture is a favorite lunchbox meal for kids , many adults add peanut butter into their diets daily .
It turns out that snacking on a spoonful of protein-rich peanut butter can profoundly affect your body in a variety of ways–and science tells us how .
Aside from being delicious on almost anything , peanut butter has a complex nutritional profile .
This legume ( no , it ’ s not actually a nut ) is rich in protein , with 8 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , peanut butter is full of key nutrients .
It ’ s a great source of manganese , niacin , vitamin E , magnesium , and phosphorous .
Peanut butter is a complex carbohydrate .
Adding a spoonful to whole-wheat toast or dipping apple slices in it won ’ t spike your blood sugar , as it ’ s low on the glycemic index scale .
The addition of fiber keeps you full and promotes healthy gut bacteria .
The calorie-dense food can provide you with quick energy , as long as it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two tablespoons of peanut butter contain 200 calories , it ’ s important not to overindulge .
( 1 ) If you eat peanut butter daily , your body will benefit from a wealth of antioxidants .
According to a 2015 study , peanuts contain a variety of essential compounds .
In addition to protein and fiber , polyphenols , antioxidants , vitamins , and minerals can all be found in this creamy concoction .
Other key compounds include resveratrol , phenolic acids , flavonoids , and phytosterols .
These nutrients have all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cholesterol .
The study also showed that peanut butter is rich in Co-enzyme Q10 , which is essential for heart health .
An additional 20 amino acids present in this legume have been shown to prevent disease and maintain good health .
Interestingly , peanut butter is even healthier than the peanut itself .
While many other foods lose nutrients when processed , roasting and boiling actually increase the healthy compounds already present in peanuts .
( 2 ) Aside from the positive feelings of enjoying delicious peanut butter , there are actual @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chock full of unsaturated fats , B vitamins , and vitamin E. Studies have shown that these nutrients are all essential for good brain health .
( 3 ) Another interesting scientific find shows that peanuts actually affect brain waves .
The study examined a variety of nuts , including this nutritional legume in its study .
When examining peanut ’ s effects on brainwaves , consuming this food produced the highest delta response .
Delta brainwaves are associated with deep sleep and healthy immunity .
Therefore , consuming a spoonful or two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at your best .
( 4 ) It ’ s hard to feel stressed when enjoying a PB & J sandwich , and science is here to back you up .
Have you ever found yourself craving peanut butter when stressed ?
If so , it might not just be for comfort .
When under stress , our bodies produce cortisol , the stress hormone .
Cortisol can negatively impact your body , leading to a cascade of health problems .
Interestingly , peanuts contain beta-sterol .
This plant sterol keeps cortisol in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of wellbeing .
It ’ s important to remember , again , not to down a whole jar in one sitting .
Rather , a spoonful or two is enough to get the benefits without compromising your diet .
( 5 ) The components in peanut butter all contribute to overall health .
Additionally , this creamy food has been shown to reduce cancer .
A 2013 study examined how consuming peanuts reduced the risk of developing this serious disease .
The study followed a group of 9,000 preteen girls for 15 years @ @ @ @ @ @ @ study who consumed peanut butter at least 3 days a week had a 39 % lower risk for developing benign breast disease later in life .
While , of course , there are a variety of factors in developing cancer , these promising findings show that adding these legumes into your diet in moderation can provide many health benefits .
( 6 ) While peanut butter has a wealth of health benefits , it ’ s important to remember to be balanced .
Consuming too much of anything is never a good idea @ @ @ @ @ @ @ eat the right kind : natural , no-sugar options provide the best benefits .
If you ’ re a peanut butter lover , take comfort in knowing your favorite snack is helping your health every time you grab a spoonful .

Peanut butter has been a creamy household staple for over a century. While this gooey, salty-sweet mixture is a favorite lunchbox meal for kids, many adults add peanut butter into their diets daily. It turns out that snacking on a spoonful of protein-rich peanut butter can profoundly affect your body in a variety of ways–and science tells us how.
Nutrients In Peanut Butter
Aside from being delicious on almost anything, peanut butter has a complex nutritional profile. This legume (no, it’s not actually a nut) is rich in protein, with 8 grams in just 2 tablespoons. Additionally, peanut butter is full of key nutrients. It’s a great source of manganese, niacin, vitamin E, magnesium, and phosphorous.
Peanut butter is a complex carbohydrate. Adding a spoonful to whole-wheat toast or dipping apple slices in it won’t spike your blood sugar, as it’s low on the glycemic index scale. The addition of fiber keeps you full and promotes healthy gut bacteria. The calorie-dense food can provide you with quick energy, as long as it’s consumed in moderation. Since two tablespoons of peanut butter contain 200 calories, it’s important not to overindulge. (1)
Antioxidants For Your Body
If you eat peanut butter daily, your body will benefit from a wealth of antioxidants. According to a 2015 study, peanuts contain a variety of essential compounds. In addition to protein and fiber, polyphenols, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals can all be found in this creamy concoction. Other key compounds include resveratrol, phenolic acids, flavonoids, and phytosterols. These nutrients have all been proven to block the absorption of cholesterol.
The study also showed that peanut butter is rich in Co-enzyme Q10, which is essential for heart health. An additional 20 amino acids present in this legume have been shown to prevent disease and maintain good health. Interestingly, peanut butter is even healthier than the peanut itself. While many other foods lose nutrients when processed, roasting and boiling actually increase the healthy compounds already present in peanuts. (2)
Good For Your Brain
Aside from the positive feelings of enjoying delicious peanut butter, there are actual benefits to your brain. Peanuts are chock full of unsaturated fats, B vitamins, and vitamin E. Studies have shown that these nutrients are all essential for good brain health. (3)
Another interesting scientific find shows that peanuts actually affect brain waves. The study examined a variety of nuts, including this nutritional legume in its study. When examining peanut’s effects on brainwaves, consuming this food produced the highest delta response. Delta brainwaves are associated with deep sleep and healthy immunity. Therefore, consuming a spoonful or two of this food can help you function at your best. (4)
Peanuts Can Reduce Stress
It’s hard to feel stressed when enjoying a PB & J sandwich, and science is here to back you up. Have you ever found yourself craving peanut butter when stressed? If so, it might not just be for comfort. When under stress, our bodies produce cortisol, the stress hormone. Cortisol can negatively impact your body, leading to a cascade of health problems.
Interestingly, peanuts contain beta-sterol. This plant sterol keeps cortisol in check, reducing stress and increasing feelings of wellbeing. It’s important to remember, again, not to down a whole jar in one sitting. Rather, a spoonful or two is enough to get the benefits without compromising your diet. (5)
Helping Prevent Cancer
The components in peanut butter all contribute to overall health. Additionally, this creamy food has been shown to reduce cancer. A 2013 study examined how consuming peanuts reduced the risk of developing this serious disease.
The study followed a group of 9,000 preteen girls for 15 years. Results indicated that those in the study who consumed peanut butter at least 3 days a week had a 39% lower risk for developing benign breast disease later in life. While, of course, there are a variety of factors in developing cancer, these promising findings show that adding these legumes into your diet in moderation can provide many health benefits. (6)
Everything In Moderation
While peanut butter has a wealth of health benefits, it’s important to remember to be balanced. Consuming too much of anything is never a good idea. It’s also important to eat the right kind: natural, no-sugar options provide the best benefits.
If you’re a peanut butter lover, take comfort in knowing your favorite snack is helping your health every time you grab a spoonful.


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-28--Crock Pot Beef And Broccoli

Crock Pot Beef And Broccoli

Dear Reader : These are extraordinary times we ’ re living in , and while we ’ ve always got an eye toward health and wellness , sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different .
As our needs shift , self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room , or sweet treats that aren ’ t normally a part of your diet .
We believe that sometimes it ’ s OK to forego the status quo , and that ’ s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “ yummy but maybe not for every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Enjoy !
Comfort foods are a hot commodity right now .
With so much uncertainty in the world these days , it ’ s quite normal for people to crave warmth and familiarity .
Like our trusty old peanut butter and jelly combo , beef and broccoli are one of those timeless pairings that it ’ s hard to go wrong with .
This recipe makes it even better with the use of a crock pot .
The instructions are so easy and hands-off , you can assemble it all in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just go about your day .
Let the delicious smell of beef and broccoli , coming together in perfect harmony , waft through your home all day long .
In around 7 hours the temptation will be over and you ’ ll have a warm and nourishing dinner on the table .
One that ’ ll not only feed your body , but your spirit too .
With a full belly uncertainty fades into the background… at least for a little while .
• None cooled sauce from the crock pot after being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as many as desired ) • None In a small bowl , combine consomme , soy sauce , brown sugar , oil , and garlic .
Pour over beef .
Cook on low for 6-8 hours .
• None In a cup , stir cornstarch and sauce from the crock pot until smooth .
Add to crock pot .
Stir well to combine .
( If your sauce is not thickening , try bringing your sauce to a boil on the stovetop with the corn starch mixture .
Boil until your desired consistency @ @ @ @ @ @ @ broccoli to the crock pot .
Stir to combine .
• None Cover and cook an additional 30 minutes on high ( the sauce has to boil for it to thicken ) .

Dear Reader: These are extraordinary times we’re living in, and while we’ve always got an eye toward health and wellness, sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different. As our needs shift, self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room, or sweet treats that aren’t normally a part of your diet. We believe that sometimes it’s OK to forego the status quo, and that’s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “yummy but maybe not for every day” recipes for you to try. Enjoy!
Comfort foods are a hot commodity right now. With so much uncertainty in the world these days, it’s quite normal for people to crave warmth and familiarity. Like our trusty old peanut butter and jelly combo, beef and broccoli are one of those timeless pairings that it’s hard to go wrong with. This recipe makes it even better with the use of a crock pot. The instructions are so easy and hands-off, you can assemble it all in the morning in your crock pot and then just go about your day. Let the delicious smell of beef and broccoli, coming together in perfect harmony, waft through your home all day long.
In around 7 hours the temptation will be over and you’ll have a warm and nourishing dinner on the table. One that’ll not only feed your body, but your spirit too. With a full belly uncertainty fades into the background… at least for a little while.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless beef chuck roast, sliced into thin strips
1 c beef consommé
1/2 c soy sauce
1/3 c brown sugar
1 Tbsp sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp cornstarch
2 Tbsp cooled sauce from the crock pot after being cooked
fresh broccoli florets (as many as desired)
hot cooked rice
Instructions


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-28--Olympian’s Mind-Blowing Waterless Swim Workout Goes Viral

As quarantining at home continues around the globe , some people are starting to feel a little rolly-polly around their midsection .
Diet and exercise routines have begun to fall by the wayside for many people , as jokes of the “ Quarantine 15 ” start to make their way around social media .
Unlike the “ Freshman 15 ” wherein a new college student finds themselves packing on the pounds thanks to an increased study load , the “ Quarantine 15 ” is the result of laying around on one ’ s couch for too many days in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ walking the dog .
Joking aside , as the coronavirus pandemic rages on , it is becoming increasingly important to check in with our mental and physical health .
This isn ’ t only about keeping our bodies free of a virus , it ’ s actually becoming a game of toughness in other regards as well .
Can we be completely , fiercely dedicated to our mental health ?
Checking in with ourselves and being honest about what we find .
Can we find the same dedication to our overall health and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time on your hands , like so many of us do right now , paradoxically it ’ s difficult to get anything done .
We think we ’ ll just get around to it after this next episode… or we don ’ t want to do a heavy workout at the moment because we just ate a big , delicious lunch .
A nap sounds nicer .
Well there ’ s certainly a time and a place for that nap , just as there ’ s a time and a place to get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ yours of course… what you do with your body is always up to you .
But keeping in tip top shape is one way to help your body fight all the tough battles , the mental health ones too .
In a recent video posted to Twitter , Russian Olympic swimmer Yuliya Efimova proves to us that nothing is impossible .
She does her swim drills in her home under lockdown with no pool at all .
Right on her kitchen counter , with the help of a friend to hold her legs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us .
It ’ s mesmerising to watch .
She runs through the breaststroke , freestyle , backstroke and a most impressive butterfly before her unreal core strength gives out .
If you find this video inspiring , you ’ re not alone !
Yuliya has inspired people all over to get up on their counter tops and give it a try .
Check out the video , and try it for yourself !
You may just find a fun new workout option to add to your pandemic workout toolkit .

As quarantining at home continues around the globe, some people are starting to feel a little rolly-polly around their midsection. Diet and exercise routines have begun to fall by the wayside for many people, as jokes of the “Quarantine 15” start to make their way around social media. Unlike the “Freshman 15” wherein a new college student finds themselves packing on the pounds thanks to an increased study load, the “Quarantine 15” is the result of laying around on one’s couch for too many days in a row, eating bon bons and not walking the dog.
Joking aside, as the coronavirus pandemic rages on, it is becoming increasingly important to check in with our mental and physical health. This isn’t only about keeping our bodies free of a virus, it’s actually becoming a game of toughness in other regards as well. Can we be completely, fiercely dedicated to our mental health? Checking in with ourselves and being honest about what we find. Can we find the same dedication to our overall health and fitness? When you have so much time on your hands, like so many of us do right now, paradoxically it’s difficult to get anything done. We think we’ll just get around to it after this next episode… or we don’t want to do a heavy workout at the moment because we just ate a big, delicious lunch. A nap sounds nicer.
Waterless Swim Workout Is Here
Well there’s certainly a time and a place for that nap, just as there’s a time and a place to get your workout on. The choice is yours of course… what you do with your body is always up to you. But keeping in tip top shape is one way to help your body fight all the tough battles, the mental health ones too.
In a recent video posted to Twitter, Russian Olympic swimmer Yuliya Efimova proves to us that nothing is impossible. She does her swim drills in her home under lockdown with no pool at all. Right on her kitchen counter, with the help of a friend to hold her legs down, Yuliya demonstrates her drills for us. It’s mesmerising to watch. She runs through the breaststroke, freestyle, backstroke and a most impressive butterfly before her unreal core strength gives out. If you find this video inspiring, you’re not alone! Yuliya has inspired people all over to get up on their counter tops and give it a try. Check out the video, and try it for yourself! You may just find a fun new workout option to add to your pandemic workout toolkit.


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-28--These Pan-Fried Cinnamon Bananas Couldn’t Be Easier To Make

Dear Reader : These are extraordinary times we ’ re living in , and while we ’ ve always got an eye toward health and wellness , sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different .
As our needs shift , self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room , or sweet treats that aren ’ t normally a part of your diet .
We believe that sometimes it ’ s OK to forego the status quo , and that ’ s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “ yummy but maybe not for every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Enjoy !
If you ’ re like most people , you have two things going on in your kitchen all the time : bananas that are about to expire , and that bagged salad in the back of your fridge , the one you always buy but never actually open , which is also about to expire .
Today you ’ re on your own with the salad ; we ’ re here to talk about the bananas .
Things you can do with them that don ’ t involve banana bread… @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ideas for baking but that you never get around to .
Well I suppose that ’ s three things we all have going on .
But I digress .
One idea for bananas that are slightly overripe , about to become banana bread bananas , is to pan-fry them .
It ’ s such a simple idea , and yet so wonderful .
Warm and sweet , the flavors blend perfectly together .
Given how simple the recipe is , this is about to become your go-to for all those bananas that don @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Do be mindful that your bananas aren ’ t too ripe , you want them to stand up to cooking so they can ’ t be too mushy or they ’ ll just turn mushier in the pan .
Your perfect bananas are ones that would no longer survive well in your bag or in your kiddo ’ s lunch box , but not so ripe that they fall apart if you handle them too strongly .
• None 2 tablespoons sugar ( you can substitute granulated Splenda , if you like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , combine the sugar , cinnamon , and nutmeg ( if desired ) .
Set aside .
• None Add the banana rounds and sprinkle 1/2 of the cinnamon mixture on top .
• None Flip the rounds , sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon mixture • None Cook for 2-3 more minutes until the bananas are soft and warmed through .

Dear Reader: These are extraordinary times we’re living in, and while we’ve always got an eye toward health and wellness, sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different. As our needs shift, self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room, or sweet treats that aren’t normally a part of your diet. We believe that sometimes it’s OK to forego the status quo, and that’s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “yummy but maybe not for every day” recipes for you to try. Enjoy!
If you’re like most people, you have two things going on in your kitchen all the time: bananas that are about to expire, and that bagged salad in the back of your fridge, the one you always buy but never actually open, which is also about to expire. Today you’re on your own with the salad; we’re here to talk about the bananas. Things you can do with them that don’t involve banana bread… the banana bread you often have big ideas for baking but that you never get around to. Well I suppose that’s three things we all have going on. But I digress.
One idea for bananas that are slightly overripe, about to become banana bread bananas, is to pan-fry them. It’s such a simple idea, and yet so wonderful. Warm and sweet, the flavors blend perfectly together. Given how simple the recipe is, this is about to become your go-to for all those bananas that don’t quite get eaten in time. Do be mindful that your bananas aren’t too ripe, you want them to stand up to cooking so they can’t be too mushy or they’ll just turn mushier in the pan. Your perfect bananas are ones that would no longer survive well in your bag or in your kiddo’s lunch box, but not so ripe that they fall apart if you handle them too strongly.
Ingredients:
2 bananas Slightly Overripe
2 tablespoons sugar (you can substitute granulated Splenda, if you like)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
Instructions:


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-28--No Wheat, No Refined Sugar, No Dairy! Delicious Avocado, Coconut & Sweet Potato Brownies

Dear Reader : These are extraordinary times we ’ re living in , and while we ’ ve always got an eye toward health and wellness , sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different .
As our needs shift , self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room , or sweet treats that aren ’ t normally a part of your diet .
We believe that sometimes it ’ s OK to forego the status quo , and that ’ s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “ yummy but maybe not for every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Enjoy !
The normal brownies we ’ re all familiar with , often have ingredients that are inflammatory to our bodies .
Processed sugar , flour , and dairy are all things that many of us would often do well to avoid .
Because of all that sugar , brownies can and do spike your blood sugar .
This in turn raises cortisol and insulin levels .
If you eat things too often that yield this result in your body , you may end up with imbalanced hormones , weight gain , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the most nutrient dense foods available to us .
Loaded with important fatty acids , antioxidant phytonutrients and essential amino acids they are one of the best anti-aging superfoods to consume .
And they happen to make a pretty awesome brownie , too !
They are also very high in oleic acid , a monounsaturated fat which has been shown to increase fat metabolism .
Avocados are also rich in powerful antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin , as well as Vitamin E. Brownies that are good for you and even have superfood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in !
Check out the recipe below .
• None Grease a regular size loaf pan with coconut oil or line with parchment paper • None In a food processor or blender , combine all ingredients except chocolate chips and mix until well combined .
• None Stir in the chocolate chips and transfer to the loaf pan .
• None The batter will be very thick and sticky so with the back of a spoon- level out the batter across the pan as evenly as you can , edging it into the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ None Bake for 20 minutes , then remove and allow to cool before slicing .

Dear Reader: These are extraordinary times we’re living in, and while we’ve always got an eye toward health and wellness, sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different. As our needs shift, self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room, or sweet treats that aren’t normally a part of your diet. We believe that sometimes it’s OK to forego the status quo, and that’s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “yummy but maybe not for every day” recipes for you to try. Enjoy!
The normal brownies we’re all familiar with, often have ingredients that are inflammatory to our bodies. Processed sugar, flour, and dairy are all things that many of us would often do well to avoid.
Because of all that sugar, brownies can and do spike your blood sugar. This in turn raises cortisol and insulin levels. If you eat things too often that yield this result in your body, you may end up with imbalanced hormones, weight gain, and mood issues.
Avocados are one of the most nutrient dense foods available to us. Loaded with important fatty acids, antioxidant phytonutrients and essential amino acids they are one of the best anti-aging superfoods to consume. And they happen to make a pretty awesome brownie, too!
They are also very high in oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat which has been shown to increase fat metabolism. Avocados are also rich in powerful antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, as well as Vitamin E.
Brownies that are good for you and even have superfood properties? What a world we live in! Check out the recipe below.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
1/2 cup creamy nut butter (almond, cashew, tahini, etc)
1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
1/2 cup mashed avocado (about 1/2 an avocado)
1/2 cup cooked sweet potato
1/4 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons cacao powder
Instructions:


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-29--Florida Farmers Selling Directly To Consumers To Avoid Produce Dumps

Your pantry may be bare at home , and your grocery store shelves may be empty , but Florida farms are having the opposite problem .
There are many Florida farms with too much produce and no place to sell it .
But now , the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services ( FDACS ) is offering to solve both problems at once .
The FDACS has set up a web page with options for growers , consumers ( both businesses and individuals ) , and transportation services .
Growers and transporters can submit their services , which are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Then , anyone wishing to buy can filter by types of produce and by county .
The Florida Farm Bureau has a similar set of lists , one for farms and one for farm stands .
The lists have the names of the farms and stands , the addresses , the city , the county , and their social media handles .
The Florida Farm Bureau ’ s website says , “ consumers should also check Facebook pages for food availability at local farms and hours of retail operation .
Please ensure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guidelines are being followed when visiting.
” ( 1 , 2 ) Honeyside Farms was ready to sell its produce starting in March as it usually did during its 10 years in operation .
Then , Governor DeSantis shut down bars and restaurants .
It was take-out only .
The sales Honeyside usually made to these places–which comprised 80 % of their overall take–dried up .
“ It was an immediate impact ; there wasn ’ t much warning , ” says Tiffany Bailey , the owner of Honeyside Farms .
She ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ online sales and delivery , but it wasn ’ t easy .
“ That wasn ’ t really on our horizon several weeks ago , ” Bailey explains .
But it ’ s not all bad : “ We ’ ve been able to quickly get sales online and funnel about half of our produce through these online sales , and they ’ ve been growing ever since.
” Despite this growth , the farm will only make about 20 % of their normal revenue .
( 3 ) Long and Scott Farms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pickled cucumbers .
Now , there ’ s nowhere for it to go .
“ You are looking at 3 to 4 million pounds of pickled cucumbers that we would normally be trucking to the East Coast and Midwest , ” says Hank Scott , who runs the farm .
The companies that would normally send these goods across the country have all halted service .
Now , small family-owned farms are hoping that the $ 19 billion President Trump promised to farmers can help them .
“ We are going to see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ says .
“ There are a lot of family businesses like us that need to be in business to survive.
” ( 4 ) State agriculture commissioner , Nikki Fried , paints a grim culture .
“ Agriculture is struggling , ” she says .
“ Everybody has seen those pictures in Florida , and across the country , of gallons of milk poured out , fruit and vegetables being plowed under because there are no workers and no places to deliver food.
” We can only hope that the efforts of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ turn the tide .
( 5 )

Your pantry may be bare at home, and your grocery store shelves may be empty, but Florida farms are having the opposite problem. There are many Florida farms with too much produce and no place to sell it. But now, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is offering to solve both problems at once.
Florida Farm To You
The FDACS has set up a web page with options for growers, consumers (both businesses and individuals), and transportation services. Growers and transporters can submit their services, which are then listed and denoted on the map. Then, anyone wishing to buy can filter by types of produce and by county.
The Florida Farm Bureau has a similar set of lists, one for farms and one for farm stands. The lists have the names of the farms and stands, the addresses, the city, the county, and their social media handles. The Florida Farm Bureau’s website says, “consumers should also check Facebook pages for food availability at local farms and hours of retail operation. Please ensure FDA food safety and CDC social distancing guidelines are being followed when visiting.” (1, 2)
Pandemic Effects Push Farms Online
Honeyside Farms was ready to sell its produce starting in March as it usually did during its 10 years in operation. Then, Governor DeSantis shut down bars and restaurants. It was take-out only. The sales Honeyside usually made to these places–which comprised 80% of their overall take–dried up. “It was an immediate impact; there wasn’t much warning,” says Tiffany Bailey, the owner of Honeyside Farms. She’s managed to pivot the business to online sales and delivery, but it wasn’t easy. “That wasn’t really on our horizon several weeks ago,” Bailey explains. But it’s not all bad: “We’ve been able to quickly get sales online and funnel about half of our produce through these online sales, and they’ve been growing ever since.” Despite this growth, the farm will only make about 20% of their normal revenue. (3)
These Trucks Won’t Run
Long and Scott Farms has 400 acres, which mostly produce pickled cucumbers. Now, there’s nowhere for it to go. “You are looking at 3 to 4 million pounds of pickled cucumbers that we would normally be trucking to the East Coast and Midwest,” says Hank Scott, who runs the farm. The companies that would normally send these goods across the country have all halted service. Now, small family-owned farms are hoping that the $19 billion President Trump promised to farmers can help them. “We are going to see how the program works,” Scott says. “There are a lot of family businesses like us that need to be in business to survive.” (4)
“Agriculture is Struggling”
State agriculture commissioner, Nikki Fried, paints a grim culture. “Agriculture is struggling,” she says. “Everybody has seen those pictures in Florida, and across the country, of gallons of milk poured out, fruit and vegetables being plowed under because there are no workers and no places to deliver food.” We can only hope that the efforts of the Florida Farm Bureau and FDACS can help turn the tide. (5)


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-29--Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan

Dear Reader : These are extraordinary times we ’ re living in , and while we ’ ve always got an eye toward health and wellness , sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different .
As our needs shift , self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room , or sweet treats that aren ’ t normally a part of your diet .
We believe that sometimes it ’ s OK to forego the status quo , and that ’ s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “ yummy but maybe not for every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Enjoy !
If you ’ re a vegetable lover , you ’ re probably already keenly aware of how delicious they can be when you roast them .
The roasting process does something incredible to the flavors , bringing out all the nuttiness and earthy tones .
Like comfort food , the way Mother Nature intended .
In this recipe , balsamic vinegar works that same magic it has long been known for , bringing loads of flavor to these easy roasted Brussels sprouts .
Parmesan brings a similar kind of magic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this yummy dish .
What if you ’ re not a big fan of Brussels sprouts ?
We hear you , people tend to love or hate them .
This recipe would be a really easy one to adapt to any other vegetable that suits your fancy , or maybe even a veggie medley .
Why not add some turnips , carrots , mushrooms , onions , or even some peppers into the mix ?
With flavors like these it would be hard to go wrong , so feel free to get creative @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new favorite dish… and when we ’ re talking just 3 easy steps and less than 30 minutes in the kitchen , that ’ s something you could make quite often .
Experiment a little and see what delicious combinations you can come up with for yourself… the sky is the limit .
• None Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F ( 200 degrees C ) .
• None Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil , garlic powder , black pepper , and salt .
Spread onto a 9×13-inch baking pan .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , turning every 5 minutes , until crispy and fork-tender , about 20 minutes .
Toss the Brussels sprouts with balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with Parmesan .
Continue roasting until melted , about 1 minute longer .
Sprinkle with red pepper and serve .

Dear Reader: These are extraordinary times we’re living in, and while we’ve always got an eye toward health and wellness, sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different. As our needs shift, self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room, or sweet treats that aren’t normally a part of your diet. We believe that sometimes it’s OK to forego the status quo, and that’s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “yummy but maybe not for every day” recipes for you to try. Enjoy!
If you’re a vegetable lover, you’re probably already keenly aware of how delicious they can be when you roast them. The roasting process does something incredible to the flavors, bringing out all the nuttiness and earthy tones. Like comfort food, the way Mother Nature intended.
In this recipe, balsamic vinegar works that same magic it has long been known for, bringing loads of flavor to these easy roasted Brussels sprouts. Parmesan brings a similar kind of magic, adding a cheesy melted finish to this yummy dish.
What if you’re not a big fan of Brussels sprouts? We hear you, people tend to love or hate them. This recipe would be a really easy one to adapt to any other vegetable that suits your fancy, or maybe even a veggie medley. Why not add some turnips, carrots, mushrooms, onions, or even some peppers into the mix? With flavors like these it would be hard to go wrong, so feel free to get creative. You might even stumble upon your new favorite dish… and when we’re talking just 3 easy steps and less than 30 minutes in the kitchen, that’s something you could make quite often. Experiment a little and see what delicious combinations you can come up with for yourself… the sky is the limit.
Ingredients
1 (16 ounce) package Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Spread onto a 9×13-inch baking pan. Roast in the preheated oven, turning every 5 minutes, until crispy and fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Toss the Brussels sprouts with balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with Parmesan. Continue roasting until melted, about 1 minute longer. Sprinkle with red pepper and serve.
Original recipe yields 6 servings


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-29--If You Thought Whipped Coffee Was Good, You Need To Try Whipped Nutella

Dear Reader : These are extraordinary times we ’ re living in , and while we ’ ve always got an eye toward health and wellness , sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different .
As our needs shift , self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room , or sweet treats that aren ’ t normally a part of your diet .
We believe that sometimes it ’ s OK to forego the status quo , and that ’ s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “ yummy but maybe not for every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Enjoy !
For the non-coffee drinkers among us who feel left out of the Dalgona coffee trend , and for whom whipped strawberry milk is not an option , we humbly offer whipped Nutella .
That ’ s right friends , the chocolatey delicious spread that you have zero scruples about eating straight from the jar by the spoonful , can now be whipped into a frothy cold drink to your daily delight .
All you need for this fantastic concoction is a spoonful of Nutella and one-third of a cup of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ together in a bowl until the mixture is fluffy .
Add that fluffy , creamy deliciousness right on top of some ice cold milk and you ’ re in for a tasty treat you ’ ll crave hourly .
If you want a stronger Nutella flavor , you can also put a dab of Nutella in the bottom of the glass and on the edges as well .
What happens if you happen to be a coffee drinker and a Nutella lover ?
Well , you ’ re in luck my friend because @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the world to combine these two options !
Simply make the Dalgona coffee as you normally would ( equal parts instant coffee , sugar , and hot water ) , and then just add a little Nutella when the coffee mixture begins to get creamy .
Try adding a bit more Nutella to the bottom of the glass , and smile broadly as you dig into a fabulously caffeinated and also chocolatey delicacy .
You ’ re a smart one .
All of these fun , creative whipped drinks are just asking for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this whipped Nutella treat we recommend garnishing with a small chocolate bar .
Really any candy involving chocolate and hazelnut is sure to be a winner , so get creative with it !
Don ’ t forget to post your own creations to social media so we can all share in the fun .
Here ’ s a whipped Nutella video from @ sweetportfolio to get you inspired :

Dear Reader: These are extraordinary times we’re living in, and while we’ve always got an eye toward health and wellness, sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different. As our needs shift, self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room, or sweet treats that aren’t normally a part of your diet. We believe that sometimes it’s OK to forego the status quo, and that’s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “yummy but maybe not for every day” recipes for you to try. Enjoy!
For the non-coffee drinkers among us who feel left out of the Dalgona coffee trend, and for whom whipped strawberry milk is not an option, we humbly offer whipped Nutella. That’s right friends, the chocolatey delicious spread that you have zero scruples about eating straight from the jar by the spoonful, can now be whipped into a frothy cold drink to your daily delight.
All you need for this fantastic concoction is a spoonful of Nutella and one-third of a cup of heavy whipping cream. Whisk those ingredients together in a bowl until the mixture is fluffy. Add that fluffy, creamy deliciousness right on top of some ice cold milk and you’re in for a tasty treat you’ll crave hourly. If you want a stronger Nutella flavor, you can also put a dab of Nutella in the bottom of the glass and on the edges as well.
Whipped Nutella Variations
What happens if you happen to be a coffee drinker and a Nutella lover? Well, you’re in luck my friend because it’s the easiest thing in the world to combine these two options! Simply make the Dalgona coffee as you normally would (equal parts instant coffee, sugar, and hot water), and then just add a little Nutella when the coffee mixture begins to get creamy. Try adding a bit more Nutella to the bottom of the glass, and smile broadly as you dig into a fabulously caffeinated and also chocolatey delicacy. You’re a smart one.
All of these fun, creative whipped drinks are just asking for decorative touches to be added. For this whipped Nutella treat we recommend garnishing with a small chocolate bar. Really any candy involving chocolate and hazelnut is sure to be a winner, so get creative with it! Don’t forget to post your own creations to social media so we can all share in the fun.
Here’s a whipped Nutella video from @sweetportfolio to get you inspired:


healthyholisticliving--2020-04-29--People Are Making Whipped Strawberry Milk And It’s Easier To Make Than Dalgona Coffee

Dear Reader : These are extraordinary times we ’ re living in , and while we ’ ve always got an eye toward health and wellness , sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different .
As our needs shift , self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room , or sweet treats that aren ’ t normally a part of your diet .
We believe that sometimes it ’ s OK to forego the status quo , and that ’ s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “ yummy but maybe not for every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Enjoy !
You knew it wouldn ’ t take long !
All these resourceful yet bored people , stuck at home with the munchies .
Of course they ’ d look at something like Dalgona coffee and have a field day with all the possibilities .
In case you missed it , the Dalgona coffee trend is sweeping our nation as the latest and greatest way to make fancy coffee at home .
It involves just a few ingredients that most people are likely to have on hand , is easy and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of it all it looks really cool .
Social media exploded with videos and photos of these pretty drinks .
Soon folks started adding their own spin on the recipe , changing up the method or adding extra ingredients .
The non-coffee drinkers wanted their own special something too , and soon the gift that is whipped strawberry milk would become ours .
It is as delicious as it is easy to make , and it ’ s pink too .
What ’ s not to love ?
So , how do you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ easy .
You ’ ll need : 1 tbsp of Strawberry Nesquik and 4 tbsp ( 1/4 cup ) of heavy whipping cream .
Mix it until your arm is about to fall off ( or use an electric mixer ! )
and serve the frothy pink cloud of creamy sweetness over your favorite kind of milk .
You choose the milk , and whether it ’ s hot or cold… no matter how you make your whipped strawberry milk , it ’ s bound to be delicious !
In fact , there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to create something similar .
Try Chocolate Nesquik powdered drink mix , or Hershey ’ s powdered chocolate in place of the strawberry Nesquik .
What about matcha ?
Sounds delicious , actually .
There are so many different kinds of milk that you could use , there are dozens of ways to riff on the original Dalgona coffee .
You can see how easy it is to make whipped strawberry milk in this Instagram video :

Dear Reader: These are extraordinary times we’re living in, and while we’ve always got an eye toward health and wellness, sometimes self-care and wellness looks a little different. As our needs shift, self-care might look like an over-the-top carpet picnic in the living room, or sweet treats that aren’t normally a part of your diet. We believe that sometimes it’s OK to forego the status quo, and that’s why the Pandemic Pantry series includes some “yummy but maybe not for every day” recipes for you to try. Enjoy!
You knew it wouldn’t take long! All these resourceful yet bored people, stuck at home with the munchies. Of course they’d look at something like Dalgona coffee and have a field day with all the possibilities.
In case you missed it, the Dalgona coffee trend is sweeping our nation as the latest and greatest way to make fancy coffee at home. It involves just a few ingredients that most people are likely to have on hand, is easy and fun to make, and on top of it all it looks really cool. Social media exploded with videos and photos of these pretty drinks.
Soon folks started adding their own spin on the recipe, changing up the method or adding extra ingredients. The non-coffee drinkers wanted their own special something too, and soon the gift that is whipped strawberry milk would become ours.
Behold: Whipped Strawberry Milk
It is as delicious as it is easy to make, and it’s pink too. What’s not to love? So, how do you make it? It’s so easy. You’ll need: 1 tbsp of Strawberry Nesquik and 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) of heavy whipping cream. Mix it until your arm is about to fall off (or use an electric mixer!) and serve the frothy pink cloud of creamy sweetness over your favorite kind of milk. You choose the milk, and whether it’s hot or cold… no matter how you make your whipped strawberry milk, it’s bound to be delicious!
In fact, there are many different combinations you can use to create something similar. Try Chocolate Nesquik powdered drink mix, or Hershey’s powdered chocolate in place of the strawberry Nesquik. What about matcha? Sounds delicious, actually. There are so many different kinds of milk that you could use, there are dozens of ways to riff on the original Dalgona coffee.
You can see how easy it is to make whipped strawberry milk in this Instagram video: