Nutrition By Mia

Raw Strawberry Tartlets

Dates with nuts have been a long time obsession of mine with an unparalleled ability to satisfy my sweet tooth. As the temperatures really amp up with summer right around the corner, no-bake sweet-treats have quickly become my go-to crowd-pleasing dessert. Who wants to turn on their oven when it’s…
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Spring Pea Crostini

Crostini are the perfect garden party appetizer and vehicle for spring-inspired spreads and toppings. I can’t get over how “springy” these came out and now I am regretting not making them earlier in the season!

Hosting a Garden Party

  As we teeter on the border of spring and summer, it’s apparent that outdoor celebrations are in order! Finding a gorgeous outdoor space in the city can be a feat, so what better reason to escape to the countryside to transform a friend or family’s yard into a garden party…
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Nutrient Series: Selenium

When I think of selenium I immediately think of “nature’s selenium supplement” otherwise known as Brazil Nuts. Only 1-2 per day meets your daily selenium requirement. Selenium is a trace element naturally present in foods and added to others. It is nutritionally essential and a key component of selanoproteins which…
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Glycemic Index

Glycemic index (GI) is a measure of how quickly blood sugar levels rise after eating carbohydrate-containing foods. Incorporating low GI foods is a great way to help stabilize blood sugar and prevent energy swings throughout the day. These foods have a low GI and so do most green veggies.

Prebiotics

Probiotics and probiotics are not one and the same. These non-digestible carbohydrates stimulate the growth and activity of beneficial intestinal bacteria to help build a healthy flora associated with enhanced immunity and digestion.