Monthly Archives: May 2021

Plant-based Mozzarella Cheese

2021-05-26T15:24:58-04:00

Plant-based Mozzarella Cheese By Gemalli Austin, DrPH, RD Adapted from chefchloe.com Print Recipe Ingredients Instructions In a blender, combine the soaked nuts and water.  Blend on high for about 2 minutes until very smooth. Add lemon juice, salt, garlic, and onion powder and blend for a few seconds.  Place mix in a saucepan and bring to a slow boil. Stir the cornstarch or arrowroot into a small amount of cold water.  Slowly pour into the boiling mix, lower heat, and continue stirring [...]

Plant-based Mozzarella Cheese2021-05-26T15:24:58-04:00

Whole Wheat Pizza Dough

2021-05-26T15:21:16-04:00

Whole Wheat Pizza Dough By Gemalli Austin, DrPH, RD Print Recipe Prep Time Cook Time Total Time Servings 30 6 Ingredients Instructions Stir together ½ cup warm water with honey or maple syrup.  Stir in the yeast and let stand for 10 minutes until foamy. In a bowl, combine the flours, garlic, basil, and salt and mix well. Add in remaining water, oil, and yeast mixture to form the dough. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes.  Place in a greased [...]

Whole Wheat Pizza Dough2021-05-26T15:21:16-04:00

Granola

2021-05-27T18:58:27-04:00

Granola By Gemalli Austin, DrPH, RD Inspired by the Total Vegetarian Cookbook by Barbara Watson. Print Recipe Prep Time Cook Time Total Time Servings 30 min 2 hours 2 ½ hours 30 Ingredients Instructions Heat dates and water in a saucepan until dates are soft.  Place in a blender with honey, cashews, vanilla, maple syrup, molasses, and salt.  Blend until smooth. In a large bowl, combine all the dry ingredients and pour in the blended mixture.  Mix well, using your hands [...]

Granola2021-05-27T18:58:27-04:00

Many Faces of Fat

2023-11-20T16:56:36-05:00

The Many Faces of Fat Contributed by Maggie Collins, MPH, RDN, CDCES, DipACLM Fat has been a macronutrient surrounded by controversy. Some say minimize it at all costs, some say a high fat diet – aka a ketogenic diet – is the best solution for weight loss, diabetes, and other maladies. How do we sort through the scientific studies to find a balanced approach on this topic that will promote health to our bodies and bring glory to God? This article is part of the Joy of Eating Club [...]

Many Faces of Fat2023-11-20T16:56:36-05:00

Cashew “Cheesy” Spread

2021-05-25T15:26:51-04:00

Cashew “Cheesy” Spread By Maggie Collins, MPH, RDN, CDCES, DipACLM I learned this recipe from my good friend Eve Naidoo, which she found online. Her version was modified from the original recipe and my version was modified from her version to achieve a final product lower in saturated fat. This spread is very versatile. It can be used on toast, to make vegan chesadilla, to make potatoes au gratin, in lasagnas, in hay stacks, and if you thin it out with some water it can also be used as a salad dressing. Print Recipe Prep Time [...]

Cashew “Cheesy” Spread2021-05-25T15:26:51-04:00

The Joy of Eating

2024-03-07T17:26:35-05:00

The Joy of Eating Health Sabbath 2021 Immediately after creating humankind, God showed them the abundance of delicious and nutritious food available to them.  He meant it for their good health, and for their good pleasure.  This year, we will look at what God intended for us through our diet, but also some of the problems that came along with the entrance of sin.  This is an opportunity to relish the Joy of Eating that comes when we see it from God's original design. On this page you will find resources to host a Joy of Eating Health [...]

The Joy of Eating2024-03-07T17:26:35-05:00

Alzheimer’s Disease

2022-04-19T08:12:03-04:00

Alzheimer’s Disease Dispelling the Myths In this presentation we will focus on: The historical perspective of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) in minority populations.  Myths versus Truth! The disproportionately higher incidence of AD in the African American population and “why.” Is it simple forgetfulness or cognitive impairment? What’s the difference? What’s happening with the brain as neurons suffer with buildup of plaque? Understanding and responding to Dementia related behaviors:  helpful tips for caregivers. After the diagnosis then what? A legal perspective, through the journey. The role of the nurse, community, and church from a social perspective. [...]

Alzheimer’s Disease2022-04-19T08:12:03-04:00
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