— A PERSONAL JOURNAL · KATHLEEN ALFORD · SINCE 2004
Does a “low-carb” recipe mean we must give up our 80-20, alkaline-acid balance? Nope! The trick is to include a variety of vegetables and healthy fats in the mix! Try this recipe for a delicious breakfast that promotes strong bones while pampering the pancreas. You will need: A bowl, fork, skillet, and spatula 1/2 tbsp of […]
My daughter, Kelly, bakes this recipe, and it’s absolutely scrumptious! It’s also gluten-free! http://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/2010/12/feta-stuffed-turkey-meatloaf-with-tzatziki-sauce-low-carb.html Enjoy!
Almond Butter Balls are a scrumptious treat that makes a perfect, bone-building snack or dessert! Mix together in a large bowl: 1 jar of raw Almond Butter (made only from raw almonds with no cane sugar or other fillers) 1 cup of chocolate protein powder 1 cup of dark chocolate chips 1 cup of organic, […]
We served turkey often around here, mostly turkey and gravy or turkey sandwiches. For a change of pace, here’s a yummy turkey recipe with some alkalizing veggies! You will need: Skillet or large pot 2 cups cooked turkey, cubed 3 tbsp. Earth Balance buttery spread 1/2 cup diced celery 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup […]
I haven’t tried this snack recipe from Vivian Goldschmidt of SaveOurBones.com yet, but today I plan to pick up the ingredients not currently on my shelf and give it a go. It sounds yummy to me! You will need: Mixing bowl and spoon 2 tablespoons almonds, chopped or whole 1 tablespoon walnuts, chopped or whole 1 tablespoon […]
Want to spice up your meat dishes with a scrumptious, alkalizing salsa? This recipe for pineapple salsa, created by my daughter, Kelly, tastes great served over grilled chicken or fish! First, combine in a mixing bowl: 1/2 red bell pepper, diced small 1 small red onion, diced small 1 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped 1 very small […]
Our new OsteoDiet version of Gypsy Soup substitutes lentils (which are medium alkaline-forming) for garbanzo beans (which are low acid-forming). Note: For quick information about the effect of various foods on pH levels, a handy reference for your kitchen is The Acid Alkaline Food Guide by Susan E. Brown and Larry Trivieri, Jr. The long list of ingredients […]
Now that cooler temperatures are here, it’s time to add some new bone-building soup recipes to the menu! This one comes to OsteoDiet from CalorieCount.com. http://caloriecount.about.com/gypsy-soup-recipe-r168403 Bone apetit! Kathy
Tonight’s Menu: Baked Salmon Steamed Broccoli Brown Rice Sliced Tomatoes Water with Lemon Black Cherry Tea with Vitality C Powder Cook-ahead suppers don’t always mean pulling out the crockpot. Sometimes it’s just a matter of having everything cut up, laid out, and ready to cook when you get home. This morning I’m going to thaw […]
Here’s a sumptuous soup for four that is good for your bones and takes only about a half an hour to cook, from start to finish! You will need: 1 5- to 6-quart Dutch oven or other large saucepan 6 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 1/2 cups coarsely shredded carrots (3 medium) […]
Here’s a hearty stew that quick and easy to make! Ingredients: 2 cans of black beans, either plain or seasoned 1 can stewed tomatoes 1 pkg of turkey sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced In a large saucepan, stir together all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat […]
You will need: 1 saucepan 1 long-handled spoon for stirring 6 dessert bowls Ingredients: 1 egg 3 tablespoons of Minute Tapioca 2+3/4 cup Almond Breeze almond milk (vanilla, sweetened) 1 teaspoon vanilla Mix all ingredient in a medium saucepan. Let stand 5 minutes. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a full […]