I’m a sucker when it comes to avocados. They are like a treat to me because I don’t always buy them and only use them for special occasions because I don’t want to over do my avocado intake. That, and I don’t trust myself becoming addicted! Avocados can also be quite expensive which is definitely a down fall if you are trying to plan lower budget meals, but you definitely can’t go wrong with the taste!
I’m having a dinner party this Saturday and looking to go all out. I’m going to go to the farmers market early Saturday morning to …read more

Over the years I’ve come to find that guacamole is one of those things you don’t really need a recipe for. Depending on how simple you want to keep it, you more than likely won’t need more than just a few basic ingredients you’ve probably already got in your pantry.

My favorite way to make guacamole is to dice up about three ripe avocados. Put two of the avocados in a bowl and mash fairly well, and then gently mix in the third diced one. This gives in a great texture, and I can’t think of anything better than getting a …read more

In honor of today’s “Going Green” Science and Health Channel Theme Day, here are 5 green foods every woman should eat for optimum health:

Spinach. It’s not just for Popeye — spinach is an important part of any woman’s diet. It provides vitamin k, vitamin C, iron, calcium, and that all-important folic acid to name just a few. Plus it’s a very low-calorie food. Eat it steamed, boiled, fried, in a salad, or as part of a quiche.
Avocados. Aside from being incredibly delicious, avocados are also incredibly good for you — and not just as a decadent, all-natural face mask. Avocados …read more