Scientists now believe that eating some fats are good. Palm oil, coconut oils etc. are healthy. GHEE IS GOOD, yes you Indians that think you know everything about GHEE, YOU DO’T. IT IS HEALTHY!!!

In fact it pisses me off when people drink diet coke and low fat products. THIS IS THE WORST THING YOU CAN BLOODY WELL DO!!! IT MAKES YOU FATTER!!! Trust me.

It’s the EXCESS SUGAR that makes you fat!!! II repeat, it’s not fat it is sugar. It has always been that!!!

So people eat this excess sugar and then get type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. It isn’t that fats its the carbs and sugar. GET IT???

STUPID PEOPLE FOLLOW PEOPLE LIKE SHEEP. STOP DOING THAT!!! You think just because it say low fat that it is good for you??? GET REAL!!!!

Certain fats are essential to our existence, it is proven. So why the hell are you just shoveling shot into your mouths. Lucky for you, there is Love True Food. We teach you healthy foods that promote your health and emphasize the truth. Look no further than here!

FACT: When we eat too many refined carbs, like white bread, pasta etc, it is another form of sugar. So our body’s hormones beleive that we should hold on to fat we already have. And eating these types of foods doesn’t really make us full. So emphasizing complex carbs and whole grains is the best way to ensure that we are halthy and happy. What are whole grains? If you don;t know, than you should definitely pay me a visit. Whole grains are grains that haven’t been processed such as brown rice, quinoa, teff, the list goes on.

Stop eating shit and start eating good, honest, and true food.

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Below is the delicious thin crust recipe, courtesy of The Natural Gourmet.

Crisp Thin- Crust Pizza

(Makes 2 pizzas)

Ingredients:

2 cups unbleached all purpose flour (or 1 cup all purpose and 1 cup whole wheat)

½ teaspoon dry yeast

½ teaspoon honey

½ teaspoon sea salt

¾ cup plus 1 ½ teaspoons warm water

¼ cup extra virgin  olive oil

Procedure:

Combine flour, yeast, honey and salt in food processor. With machine running add ¾ water. Then add olive oil and process until dough forms a ball, about 30 seconds.

Place dough on work surface and add more water if needed. Kneed about 10 minutes.

Heat oven to 475 degrees F (246 degrees C)

Divide dough in half. Cover with plastic and let sit for another 10 minutes.

Place dough on parchment paper and roll dough bowl into a 14 inch round shape with even thinness.

Add sauce and toppings.

Bake for 10 minutes until golden brown.

Cut pizza, and let sit for 2 minutes until crisp.

Repeat with other dough ball.

Scallops are sweet, flavorsome and delicious. According to Ayurvedic principles, scallops have a high amount of zinc thus they are good for increasing libido in both men and women. Unlike the oyster, scallops are sweeter in flavor and can be a very sensual ingredient to work with.

When I embarked on my journey of cooking these fabulous sea creatures, I soon figured out that overcooking could lead to rubbery disaster. Instead I sear them in very hot butter until golden, then flip em’ over and cook through, I always prefer to undercook then overcook them!!!

For valentine’s day, learn how to prepare these precious gems of the sea with Love True Food cooking classes, this February 3rd. Book now, as spaces are limited.

Personally, the beauty in the abalone is the way it looks and feels, many people associate the abalone with female genitalia, and this is what makes this a delectable delicacy. Actually, the most prized part are the shells as they have an inner layer and beautiful surrounding attachment.

Abalone has been on this earth way before mankind, and since the beginning of our time, humans have considered this a profound creature of the natural world.

The abalone eats marine algae from the sea, and whether you eat wild abalone or farmed, make sure that you understand that the different types of abalone look and feel different because they eat different types of algae. Amongst the main types of abalone, there exist red abalone, green, black, flat, pink, pinto and the list goes on. All these types are characterized by differing colors, textures and structures.

Abalone is considered to be an aphrodisiac, no wonder this chef loves em’. It  has been classified by the Chinese to be within the category of shark’s fin, sea cucumber, ginseng and bird’s nest, as a very ‘in demand’ ingredient. I certainly do not promote the eating of shark’s fin, as these creatures are endangered!!! As inhabitants of this world, we should be more cautious and aware of what we are consuming and show respect and reverence for everything bestowed upon us.

Now, back to abalone, it has many health benefits as it is rich in selenium, magnesium, Vitamin B12 and E. Once this mollusk is cooked, it richness of omega-3 fatty acids is brought out. So if you suffer from acne or any form of skin disorder, eating an abalone could certainly help with that.

Braising abalone is a great way to enjoy it, just simply with soya sauce and a little bit of stock. A great accompaniment with abalone are mustard trees or baby bok choy. Now with Valentine’s day coming up, what more could you ask for.

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Eat your way back to health. Ayurveda is an ancient system of heath from India that brings balance to one’s life. No one person on this planet is exactly the same, so why should our lifestyle choices be?

With this assessment, know for sure what types of food support your body, mind and soul. Learn what foods aggravate your system.

Learn easy ways to incorporate healthy eating habits to your everday life, and be at harmony with yourself and your surrounding enviroment. Learn practical breathing techniques and yoga postures to aid in digestion and relevant healing.

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1) Questionaire and pulse diagnosis

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3) Flower essence treatment (if necessary)

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Replace items such as white rice with quinoa, red rice, teff, and millett. Whole grains are superior to processed foods, learn how to store them in Hong Kong humidity, and furthermore, learn how to cook them deliciously.

Learn alternatives to soya sauce, that are far healthier and beneficial.

After the assessment, Lakshmi will deliver a hamper to your home based on the assessment of your kitchen, and you can re-oder this monthly or bi-weekly.

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Surprisingly… According to a survey in Britain – these cute, deliciously roasted vegetables are one of Britains most hated! In other parts of the world as well, these vegetables are unanimously hated. Well, you’re probably wondering what I’m talking about and why brussels sprouts are in any way delicious. Brussels Sprouts are delicious any one of these three ways; through cooking on the stovetop, in the microwave, or oven-roasting them and are extremely nutritious.

Brussels Sprouts, like broccoli and other cabbages contain sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol, both are believed to have anticancer properties… so why not enjoy these extra perks? Brussels Sprouts that should not be boiled to death as this significantly removes their health benefits and if over-boiled they turn grey and soft, definitely a no no.

Try roasting them with garlic, salt and olive oil! Roasted brussels sprouts are usually a side dish at thanksgiving dinner alongside sweet potato and roasted turkey. Roasting brings out the natural caramelization and sweetness of these truly inspiring veggies. Brussels sprouts can also be steamed or par boiled. Home cooks like to combine quartered Brussels sprouts with sliced red onions, walnuts, and your favorite mild tasting cheese such as goat or feta. Toss them with some balsamic and olive oil to make an exceptionally tasty salad!

Above are just some ways to eat Brussels sprouts as is – try them and you won’t regret it. Brussels sprouts can be nutritious even when you eat them packed with seasoning!

Stay tuned for some Brussels Sprouts recipes soon!

©LTF

The Pumpkin.

Beautiful, round, luscious, sweet, earthy and orange. Yup you guessed it, the pumpkin! They are very indicative of the autumn and winter months and are also known as winter or butternut squash in Australia.  Although they are indigenous to the region of North America, they are renowned for their eccentricity and robustly scaled exterior. Pumpkins are used in cooking and as a decorative staple for festivities, they are the ‘face’ of famous American festivals; Halloween and Thanksgiving. The parts of the pumpkin fruit are varied in texture and taste and this is the reason different pumpkin parts are used in a variety of dishes for food aficionados that love true food. Along with their flavorful additions to dishes, pumpkins have many health benefits making them both tasty and beneficial to one’s well being.

When ripe, pumpkins can be used in a multitude of ways; they can be boiled, baked, steamed, or roasted; bringing out each flavor distinctly with alternative dishes. In the United States, mashed pumpkins are popular. Mashed pumpkins are used in purées, soups and the well-known pumpkin pie.

Worldwide, pumpkin seeds are commonly used to make roasted pumpkin seed snacks. In the Eastern part of the world, the leaves of the pumpkin plant are consumed in provincial areas of China where they are used as a cooked vegetable or in soup, used for its health benefits. In Japan, pumpkins are commonly used in savory dishes such as, tempura. In Thailand, pumpkins are steamed whilst filled with custard to serve as a unique dessert. In the Middle Eastern region, pumpkins are also used for their ambrosial sweetness to make desserts such as halawa yaqtin. Uniquely, in Italy – pumpkins are used as a stuffing in ravioli and can also be used to flavor alcohol. Now if that’s not versatile, I don’t know what is!

Research has shown that pumpkins are extremely useful in promoting a healthy lifestyle for individuals and in the prevention of malignant diseases. Pumpkins are known to be a good source of protein, zinc, and other vitamins and the seeds have specifically been seen to reduce cholesterol levels as well. Interestingly, Pumpkin seeds are also found to substitute insulin injections for diabetics. Pumpkin seed oil is an extract of pumpkin mixed with other oils to form a flavorful greenish red oil. Compromised of essential fatty acids, the oil acts to help maintain healthy blood vessels, nerves, and tissues. In medicine, pumpkin is seen to be anti-diabetic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-carcinogenic; further enhancing its health benefits.

If you love the sweet but not overpowering glacé of the pumpkin and you have the desire to be health conscious simultaneously, then the pumpkin is for you. Why not love true food and your body too?