Wine and Chocolate

Steamed Vegetables

Quick and Easy Asparagus

Medicinal Mushrooms

Guacamole

Miso Soup

Sinatra-Smart Smoothie

Organic Lamb

Buffalo Tenderloin

Wild Alaskan Salmon

Cooking Series

 
While chocolate helps relax blood vessels and release “feel good” chemicals in the brain, red wine contains resveratrol and quercetin, polyphenols which support cardiovascular health. Enjoyed together, and in moderation, red wine and chocolate can make any meal seem extra special, especially one that is made with love.
 
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In this video, my son, Step, and I prepare one of the simplest and most healthy dishes I know of - steamed vegetables. While you can steam almost any kind of vegetable, I chose cruciferous veggies and leafy greens for this recipe because of the immense health benefits they can provide!
 
Cruciferous vegetables  like broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts and leafy greens like kale and Swiss chard are loaded with cancer-fighting compounds, and they are high in Vitamins K, A and C. Full of phytonutrients and fiber, they also help us detoxify our bodies. Additionally, steamed vegetables are not only low in calories, but low glycemic, which makes them great a dietary choice for prevention of diabetes, obesity and heart disease!
 
Whether as a main dish or a side, steamed veggies are a must with any meal! Be sure to use organic produce when possible, especially with leafy greens, bell peppers, carrots, green beans, and summer squash, which tend to be highest in pesticides. Bon appetit!
 
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In this video, my son, Step, and I prepare a super healthy asparagus dish that you can make in just 10 minutes! Continue reading >
In this video, my son, Step, and I prepare a dish of medicinal mushrooms and artichokes. Not only does it help enhance immune system function, but it will take your taste buds for a joy ride! Continue reading >
In this video, my son, Step, and I make a zesty guacamole. Serve it with fresh sliced vegetables instead of tortilla chips as an incredibly healthy appetizer, or even as a meal! Continue reading >
In this video, my son, Step, and I prepare a miso soup based on the traditional Japanese staple. Continue reading >

In this video, my son, Step, and I make an antioxidant smoothie in the blender. Drinking this smoothie every day can help you consume the 5 to 9 daily servings of fruits and vegetables you need for good health, and reduce your chances of developing cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer!

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In our debut video, my son, Step, and I prepare a healthy rack of lamb dish. As with all meat, poultry and dairy products, I suggest choosing lamb which has been raised organically, rather than conventionally.

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In this video, my son, Step, and I prepare buffalo tenderloin. Buffalo, or bison, is one of my favorite proteins for several reasons. First, buffalo is never raised with r-GBH, an artificial (genetically engineered) growth hormone, or antibiotics. Plus, because it is grass-fed, buffalo contains anti-inflammatory omega-3 fats, which we need for healthy heart function, and contains higher levels of beta-carotene, selenium and iron than conventionally raised beef. To boot, bison is very low in saturated fat and requires very little insulin for digestion.

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In this video, my son, Step, and I prepare wild Alaskan salmon. Salmon is one of the best sources of coenzyme Q10, a nutrient our bodies need to generate energy and which is a powerful antioxidant. Salmon also contains a naturally occurring pigment called astaxanthin, which is an antioxidant and helps boost immune system activity.

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