Walk This Way
February 23, 2010
by Optimum Wellness
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Have you ever noticed how a walk can change the state of things around you and inside of you? One of the many aspects I love about walking is that it can be done anytime and anywhere. All you really need is a decent pair of walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing and you’re good to go.
Bitter Sweet Salad
February 20, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
Serves 4
3 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup spinach leaves, chopped
½ cup sweet onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup ricotta salata (cheese)
4 teaspoons cacao nibs
2 mandarin oranges
Dressing (Note: You’ll have leftover dressing – lasts up to a week when kept refrigerated)
½ cup olive oil
½ cup white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger
1 tablespoon fresh minced [...]
Super Fudge
February 14, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 2 Comments
Makes about 40 pieces
1 cup cocoa butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
3/4 cup creamy almond butter (or peanut butter)
1 cup agave nectar (or honey)
Melt cocoa butter by placing in a large (pyrex) glass bowl over boiling water. Stir in vanilla extract.
Once the cocoa butter has liquefied, add the remaining ingredients [...]
Cacao Nib Chicken
February 13, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
Cacao Nib Chicken is a fun and delicious way to add the heart-healthy benefits of cacao to your main entree. A wonderful Valentine’s Day dinner, yet fabulous all year long.
By Gum, I Think He’s Got It!
February 2, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
A new study suggests chewing gum might be good for concentration. In a recent study out of Baylor College of Medicine, researchers found that chewing gum may have a positive effect on academic performance in teenagers.
Carob Coconut Date Smoothie
February 1, 2010 by Optimum Wellness 0 Comments
Chances are you don’t get the same cravings for carob that you do for chocolate. But if you want to avoid the caffeine buzz of chocolate, or just wean yourself off from chocolate for a little while, then carob is a great substitute to try.
