Beans: A Powerful Source of Potassium
Are you tired of only ever hearing what you can't eat? Eat less salt, less sugar, less fat. We know these things are important, but wouldn't it be nice to be told to eat more of something--and even better if that something was delicious? According to a recent study,...
Lean, Mean Pinto Bean Chili
Every time we think winter's almost over, it pulls us back in with another freezing blast or ice storm. As much as we love skiing and snowball fights, it's tough to find new ways to warm up. Luckily we can't get enough chili. Whether you're sitting inside watching the...
Easy Bean Pizza Recipe
When you need a quick bite to eat, it's easy to cave to processed bagged appetizers and snacks. Pop in the oven and they're ready to go. The problem is those snacks are bad for you with preservatives and high amounts of sodium. To fight bad snack habits, try our bean...
Feeling Blue? Eat More Green
Are you feeling the winter blues? Many people find it hard to maintain a positive attitude during winter months. The sun makes rare appearances and we're not spending as much time outside which can lead to vitamin D deficiencies. We're also not as physically active...
Rice and Beans Recipe
Have you ever thought about using your rice cooker for more than just steamed rice? Struggling college students will tell you, it's actually a full service appliance and can make a gourmet meal. The best part; cooking with your rice cooker requires no actual cooking...
Winter Citrus White Bean Salad
Winter citrus is finally in season. On top of giving us a bright and sunny break from cold and dreariness all around, winter citrus can help you stay healthy. The vitamin C and nutrients in citrus are important for fighting off the colds and flu you battle during the...
