Chicken Watercress Salad with Curry Mango Dressing Author: Denise Costello Recipe type: Salad Cuisine: Indian Prep time: 2 hours 15 mins Cook time: 20 mins Total time: 2 hours 35 mins Save Print Ingredients ¼ cup olive oil plus more for grill grates, for the chicken ¼ cup white-wine vinegar, for chicken 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, for chicken 4 skinless, boneless organic chicken breast halves (about 6 ounces each) 1 mango, ...
Let Go, Lose Weight
For Christians, early spring brings the 40 days of Lent. As a kid, I didn’t look forward to it. Lent began with ashes on your forehead and having to give up candy for what seemed like forever! Now, I actually look forward to it. It’s a time to be quiet, reflect and let go of some of the routines or habits that can inhibit true personal and spiritual growth. This year, I gave up alcohol for Lent. I will admit that I was a little scared that I couldn’t stick to it. Would I have as much fun at ...
Healthy Outdoor Cooking
Hello Energized Bodies! Last week, I gave you some tips on how to increase your calorie burn. Did you try the interval work out? Will you stick with it? You have only 5 more weeks to go :) Today, I am very excited to introduce Karina Hines, the newest member of the Energized Body Team. Karina is an Australian-born gourmet chef. She is a perfect fit for The Energized Body because of her passion for light, healthy, innovative dishes using the freshest ingredients available. ...
How to Thrive During the Holidays
I just love the Christmas season -- the music, gathering of family and friends, Midnight mass and of course, the holiday fare. But with so much to do, we tend to stress out and focus on just "surviving" the holidays. This year you don't have to just survive, let's Thrive by embracing the all the wonderful gifts that the holiday season has to offer. Here are a few tips and recipes I would like to share so You can Thrive during the holidays. 1. Set your daily holiday intention Before ...
Grilled Salmon Topped with Edamame Hummus and Pineapple
This has been on of my Fav's this summer! Brush a Trader Joe's Premium Salmon Burger with Soy Vay Teriyaki Sauce found at Trader Joes. You can make your own, but this is easier. I like this brand because it is made with fresh ingredients and has no preservatives. For added sweetness take some pineapple,brush it with the teriyaki sauce and grill with the salmon. After you have grilled the salmon spread it with My EDAMAME HUMMUS Recipe then top with the grilled pineapple. Super yum! You ...
Anti-Aging Nutrients found in Chicken Watercress Salad with Curry Mango Dressing
I recently gave a presentation at the Winchester Farmers Market. The focus was on the veggie’s in season now, like radishes and watercress, that offer anti-aging properties. There are three cardinal goals for slowing the aging process: Boost blood flow Reduce oxidation (increase anti-oxidants) Minimize inflammation Prepare this unique salad with a Mango Curry dressing. Then finish out the meal with a chunk of my Dark Chocolate Goji Bark and you will meet all those 3 cardinal ...
Anti-Aging Super Stars for Summer Skin Rejuvenation
One of the most glorious realities of modern medical science has been the recognition that we have enormous control over the rate at which we age. Indeed, only about 25% of the process is dictated by your genes – which means the remaining 75% is largely determined by YOU and the dietary and lifestyle choices you make over your lifetime. Most of the time we think about what to take out of our diet or focus on the calories. Well now it is time to think about the power foods to add into your ...