Save money and make your own vitamin c shots at home with natural ingredients! Vitamin C supports immune health and is a potent antioxidant that helps to neutralize free radicals in the body. I love to make wellness shots to give my body a boost in essential nutrients that I may not be getting on a daily basis. Beet juice shots are great to enhance endurance and training and vitamin C shots support the immune [...]
Apple Cider Vinegar vs Sherry Vinegar
Vinegar has been utilized for centuries across various cultures for its culinary, medicinal, and even cleaning properties. Among the wide array of vinegar types available, two popular varieties that often find their way into kitchens are apple cider vinegar and sherry vinegar. While they may share some similarities, they also possess distinct characteristics that set them apart. In this article, I'll delve into the [...]
Chipotle Mexican Grill: Low-Sodium Food and Drink Options (Complete List)
People across America love Chipotle for its fresh ingredients, build-your-own meal menu style, and generous portions, and you may be one of them. But if you’re also someone who’s following a low-sodium diet or keeping an eye on their sodium levels, can you enjoy a meal at Chipotle? The answer is yes and no. Keep reading to find out which items and ingredients you can order at Chipotle that fall within a low-sodium [...]
How to Make Watermelon Juice (Without a Juicer)
Nothing is better than cold, fresh watermelon juice on a hot summer day! The bottled stuff doesn't come close to the real deal, and what's great is that you don't need a juicer to make it at home! I love to make fresh fruit and vegetable juices for myself and my family. Fresh-pressed juices are a great way to get extra vitamins and minerals into your diet. Watermelons are one of the easiest fruits to juice since they have [...]
Dunkin’: Low-Sodium Food and Drink Options (Complete List)
Whether you’re looking for something gluten-free, vegan, or low-calorie, chances are that the ever-growing and ever-changing menu at Dunkin’ Donuts will offer a food or drink item that fits your diet needs. So what about when it comes to a low-sodium diet? Which popular drinks at Dunkin’ are up for grabs, and can you indulge in any of the chain’s favorite donut flavors? If you’re watching your sodium levels, Dunkin’ [...]
All the Sugars and Sugar Substitutes: The Ultimate Baker’s Guide
Whether you're cooking or baking, some sort of sweetener (sugar or otherwise) will likely appear in the ingredients list of your go-to recipes. Sweeteners play a big role in not only the flavor of foods (and drinks) but the texture as well. In this extensive guide, we'll define what sugars are, review natural vs. artificial sweeteners, explain food labeling terms for sugars, and give brief introductions to 58 different [...]
