HEALTH BENEFITS OF MINT > Nutritional Data, Interesting Facts & Recipes on our Just Add Mint Infographic!

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Just Add Mint! Known from antiquity, mint is an aromatic herb with many curative properties. There’s a lot more to mint than fresheners, candy, tooth paste & inhalers! See below for more mint uses! Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Mint Infographic:

 

Just Add Good Stuff Mint Infographic detailing the health benefits in a visual way

 

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Mint as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Mint Infographic:

  1. effective pain reliever for headaches & migraines
  2. mint alleviates gastrointestinal problems like indigestion
  3. antiseptic & antibacterial properties used to treat cuts & burns
  4. mint acts as a topical treatment of acne and acne scars
  5. alleviates arthritis pain, insect sting irritation and eczema
  6. mint improves bad breath and alleviates diarrhea and bloating
  7. natural treatment of the common cold and flu
  8. mint is used as a decongestant with antiviral properties
  9. used in treatment of menstrual cramps
  10. mint helps treat the hiccups

 

Mint Nutrition Facts as described on our Mint Infographic

  • Serving Size = 2 tbps
  • Calories = 2
  • Calories from Fat = 0 g
  • Total Fat = 0.03 g
  • Cholesterol = 0 mg
  • Sodium = 1 mg
  • Potassium = 18 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate = 0.48 g
  • Dietary Fiber = 0.3 g
  • Sugars = 0 g
  • Protein = 0.12 g
  • Vitamin A = 3% RDI
  • Vitamin C = 2% RDI
  • Calcium = 1% RDI
  • Iron = 1% RDI

 

Healthy Mint Recipes on our Mint Infographic

  1. Organic Mango Mint smoothie
  2. Organic Mint Ice Cubes
  3. Raw Cacao Mint cookies

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Mint as described on our Mint Infographic

  • Mint gets its name from MENTHE, a Greek mythical character
  • The mint herb is native to temperate areas of Europe, Asia & Africa
  • Mint can be VERY INVASIVE, so grow in containers or buckets
  • There are >30 TYPES & each smells/tastes different
  • The US produces 70% of the world’s peppermint & spearmint
  • Mint OIL is recovered by distilling using steam
  • Mint has been found in Egyptian tombs from as far back as 1000 BC
  • Rats & mice dislike the smell and taste of mint!
  • Peppermint is the #1 selling flavor among non-chocolate hard candies

 

The Just Add Good Stuff Mint infographic (we also call it our dark chocolate infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Mint infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of Mint which would affect our Top 10 beets health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of dark chocolate in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about beets in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Mint Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

RECIPE > Summer Oil-Free Vegan Pesto

 
Whether you are looking for a vegan pizza topping or a veggie dip, this new summery oil-free vegan pesto is one of the best we have encountered. Smooth, tasty and absolutely nutritious, this is a great recipe for any chef!

Quick and easy, this new summer oil-free vegan pesto incorporates some tantalizing ingredients that include organic sun dried tomatoes, walnuts, cashews and spinach as its base ingredients. The other flavorful ingredients include garlic, basil, lemon, arugula, cilantro and salt/pepper. The result is a marvellous take on a summer oil-free vegan pesto that can be eaten with just about anything!
 
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Vegan Pesto Recipe > Sans Oil and Healthy!

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Servings: makes a jar, so 1-2 servings per batch
Preparation Time: 10 minutes

 

The Simple Ingredients for the Vegan Spinach Pesto Recipe

1 clove of garlic
2 tsp of ginger
2 handfuls of spinach (organic)
1 handful of arugula (organic)
2 handfuls of fresh basil (organic)
½ handful of cilantro (organic)
16 walnut halves (organic and unsalted)
8 cashews (organic and unsalted)
8 sun dried tomatoes (organic and medium sized)
6 tbsp of lemon juice (organic)
Salt and Pepper (to taste)

 
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Vegan Pesto Directions

Step 1: Get your food processor out and plug it in
Step 2: Dump all ingredients except for lemon juice, salt and pepper into food processor
Step 3: Blend until it is semi-smooth
Step 4: Slowly add the lemon juice and blend some more
Step 5: Add salt and/or pepper as per your taste
Step 6: Enjoy and share with your friends/family!

You can store this in a jar or container and it should last at least 5 to 7 days!
 
This recipe is adapted from a wonderful pesto from Vegenista.

COCONUT WATER INFOGRAPHIC > Top 10 Benefits of Coconut Water along with Nutritional Data, Interesting Facts and Recipes!

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Just Add Coconut Water! Naturally refreshing, coconut water is the clear liquid inside a young coconut. Often called ‘Mother Nature’s sports drink’ coconut water is naturally fat and cholesterol free, low in calories and contains high levels of potassium and electrolytes. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff CacaoInfographic:

 

Just Add Good Stuff Coconut Water Infographic detailing the health benefits in a visual way

 

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Coconut Water as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Coconut Water Infographic:

  1. contains easily digestible carbohydrates
  2. coconut water is rich in electrolytes required for proper muscle contraction
  3. high in potassium which is necessary for proper hydration
  4. potassium also counteracts high sodium diets & hypertension
  5. coconut water contains antioxidants which protect you from free radicals
  6. source of calcium, iron and magnesium – low in sodium
  7. coconut water has no known side effects and very few allergies
  8. contains cytokinins which promote cell division & growth
  9. coconut water fights free radicals against cancer, alzheimers & infection
  10. keeps us fresh, active, fit & sharp

 
*please note that not all benefits have been clinically proven yet BUT coconut water is more nutritious & natural than any sports drink.
 

Coconut Water Nutrition Facts as described on our Coconut Water Infographic

  • Serving Size = 1 cup
  • Calories = 46
  • Calories from Fat = 4
  • Total Fat = 0.48 g
  • Cholesterol = 0 mg
  • Sodium = 252 mg
  • Potassium = 600 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate = 8.9 g
  • Dietary Fiber = 2.6 g
  • Sugars = 6.26 g
  • Protein = 1.73 g
  • Vitamin A = 0% RDI
  • Vitamin C = 10% RDI
  • Calcium = 6% RDI
  • Iron = 4% RDI

 

Healthy Coconut Water Recipes on our Coconut Water Infographic

  1. Fresh Organic Coconut water
  2. Green Monster Superfood smoothie
  3. Coconut Water Quinoa Veggie main dish

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Coconut Water as described on our Coconut Water Infographic

  • Buy young, green organic coconuts for NATURAL unaltered nutrients
  • Most PACKAGED coconut water has been pasteurized or are made from concentrate, which reduces nutrients
  • WATCH OUT for coconut water that has added sugar – don’t buy!
  • It’s NOT CALORIE FREE so don’t drink too much!
  • Has LESS SUGAR than most sports drinks, sodas & fruit juices
  • Is STERILE and has been used in place of medical saline
  • Often called “Mother Nature’s sports drink” by marketers
  • NOT very effective in weight loss diets
  • Coconut water can be fermented to produce coconut vinegar

 

The Just Add Good Stuff Coconut Water infographic (we also call it our dark chocolate infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Coconut Water infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of coconut waterwhich would affect our Top 10 beets health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of dark chocolate in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about beets in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Coconut Water Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

CACAO INFOGRAPHIC > Top 10 Cacao Health Benefits, Interesting Things about Raw Chocolate, Nutritional Data plus Cacao Recipes! Just Add Cacao!

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Just Add Cacao! Cacao is the raw, unprocessed form of the cacao bean that is further refined and processed to produce chocolate. Raw organic cacao is one of the healthiest superfoods in the world, offering a wealth of antioxidants and essential vitamins and minerals Here is the Just Add Good Stuff CacaoInfographic:

 

Just Add Good Stuff Cacao Infographic detailing the health benefits in a visual way

 

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Cacao as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Cacao Infographic:

  1. extremely high in anti-oxidants to combat free radicals
  2. cacao promotes cardiovascular function/health & prevent strokes
  3. lowers blood pressure and improves body circulation
  4. raw cacao is rich in ‘bliss chemicals’ enhancing physical & mental well-being
  5. improves digestion through production of digestive enzymes
  6. dark chocolate increases insulin sensitivity & is relatively safe for diabetics
  7. acts as a mild diuretic, pushing toxins out of your body
  8. raw cacao is used as a natural cough suppressant
  9. increases blood circulation that improves focus & mood
  10. dark chocolate may be the best anti-aging superfood in the world

 

Cacao Nutrition Facts as described on our Cacao Infographic

  • Serving Size = 2 tbsp
  • Calories = 120
  • Calories from Fat = 40
  • Total Fat = 4 g
  • Cholesterol = 0 mg
  • Sodium = 6 mg
  • Potassium = 0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate = 15 g
  • Dietary Fiber = 9 g
  • Sugars = 0 g
  • Protein = 6 g
  • Vitamin A = 0% RDI
  • Vitamin C = 0% RDI
  • Calcium = 5% RDI
  • Iron = 22% RDI

 

Healthy Cacao Recipes on our Cacao Infographic

  1. Raw Cacao Ginger dessert balls
  2. The Ultimate Superfood smoothie
  3. Raw Cacao Almond brownies

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Cacao as described on our Cacao Infographic

  • Only buy RAW ORGANIC cacao powder or nibs… but skip PROCESSED chocolate in any form if possible.
  • Use CACAO to describe the seeds, pods & nibs; Use COCOA to describe processed/sweetened cacao
  • The DARKER / LESS TREATED chocolate, the more nutritious it is
  • Raw organic cacao also comes in butter and pastes
  • Per serving, has the HIGHEST concentrations of antioxidant levels!
  • Addictive & harmful unless consumed in moderation!
  • OLDEST HUMAN lived to 122. She ate 2.5 lbs of cacao a week!
  • Greek name means “cacao, the food of the gods”
  • Raw cacao contains over 300 vital antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. That’s why cacao is often referred to as a ‘superfood’

 

The Just Add Good Stuff raw cacao infographic (we also call it our dark chocolate infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The cacao infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of cacao which would affect our Top 10 beets health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of dark chocolate in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about beets in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Cacao Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

HOT RECIPE > Mike’s Raw Blondie Balls

Soft, chewy and simply yummy, BLONDIES have taken the dessert and snack world by storm. A fantastic combination of nuts, dates, berries and seeds make these some of our favorite all-time desserts or mid-afternoon snacks and we want to share the recipe with you!

 

Introducing Mike’s Raw Blondie Balls. You can learn a lot from a recipe name. Firstly, yes, it’s Mike’s own blondie ball recipe. Secondly, the ingredients in Mike’s Raw Blondie Balls are completely raw and unaltered. In addition, they are also GMO-free and truly organic. We also try to source all ingredients from local markets and farmers. Thirdly, this is our take on the traditional ‘Blondie’, which is usually a ‘Blondie Square’ or a ‘Blondie Bar’. We’ve changed it and made the into 2-bite balls instead!

 

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Mike’s Raw Blondie Balls Recipe, just for you

 

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Servings: 10 dessert balls
Preparation Time: 10 – 15 minutes

 

The Healthy & Organic Ingredients for Mike’s Raw Blondie Balls:

 

1 cup of cashews (organic, unsalted and dry)
1 cup of pistachios (organic, unsalted and dry) > you can substitute with pecans, walnuts or macadamia nuts
¾ cup of Medjool dates (organic and pitted, cut into smaller pieces)
1 tbsp of chia seeds (organic)
2 tbsp of sunflower seeds (organic)
1/8 cup of agave syrup (raw and organic)
1 tsp of lemon juice (freshly squeezed from organic lemon)
1 tsp of vanilla extract (organic if possible)
1/8 tsp of salt
0.5 oz of dried blueberries (organic and wild blueberries if possible)
0.5 oz of dried cherries (organic)
0.5 oz of dried cranberries (organic)
0.5 oz of raisins (organic)

 
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Preparing Mike’s Raw Blondie Balls is easy and fun:

 

Step 1: Plug in your food processor
Step 2: Place all ingredients (except dry berries and raisins) into food processor
Step 3: Process until it becomes a bit sticky and wet
Step 4: Gradually add in the dried blueberries, cherries, cranberries and raisins and continue processing until the mixture becomes firmer*
Step 5: Form into balls and lay on a baking tray or plate
Step 6: Place in the fridge for at least 2 hours (or the freezer for at least 30 minutes)
Step 7: Enjoy and Share with friends

* The process usually takes 45-60 seconds.

 
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In order to make Mike’s Raw Blondie Balls recipe lower in nut fat content, you can replace the cashews and nuts with old fashioned rolled oats (gluten free if possible). In addition, you can replace any of the dried berries with any type of unsulfured, dried organic fruit (such as mango, pineapples, coconut and freeze dried strawberries).
 
You will note that Mike’s Raw Blondie Balls get their sweetness from agave syrup (optional) and Medjool dates. These are much healthier than refined sugar. If you find that the dessert balls are too sweet, you can take out the agave syrup (as opposed to the dates which act as the binding agent for the balls).
 

About Mike’s Raw Balls

As noted in our earlier recipe, Mango Coconut Dessert Balls, the Mike’s Raw Blondie Balls falls into the series of completely natural, raw, organic and healthy snacks called Mike’s Raw Balls. Just Add Good Stuff promotes healthy living through self-education, nutrition awareness and taking the necessary steps to change your diet and nutrition program to promote general well-being. Mike’s Raw Balls are an ideal snack or dessert and should be consumed in place of unhealthy options like potato chips, cookies, snack bars and even fresh fruit. However, when changing your diet and nutrition program, please consult with your health professional first.

BEETS INFOGRAPHIC > Just Add Beets/Beetroot… Top 10 Health Benefits, Nutritional Details and Interesting Facts about Beetroot and Beets!

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Just Add Beets! Beets (or beetroot) are highly nutritious root vegetables. The unique set of pigment antioxidants in the ‘root’ in addition to the top nutrient rich ‘greens’ make beets highly effective in the protection against many diseases. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Beets Infographic:

 

Just Add Good Stuff Beets Infographic detailing the health benefits in a visual way

 

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Beets as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Beetroot Infographic:

  1. beets are a great source of energy with good sugars, low calories and fat
  2. beetroot cleanses our body, purifies blood & maintains liver function
  3. rich in glycine betaine which protects against heart disease
  4. beets contain sodium, magnesium, calcium, iron & phosphorus
  5. raw beets are high in folic acid for production of new cells
  6. beetroot is rich in betaine, boosting mental health & treats depression
  7. contain antioxidants that fight against many types of cancer
  8. beets are high in trytophan which treats stress & relaxes the mind
  9. beetroot is rich in boron which kick-starts production of sex hormones
  10. the top beet greens are high in vitamin A and C

 

Beet Nutrition Facts as described on our Beet Root Infographic

  • Serving Size = 1 cup
  • Calories = 58
  • Calories from Fat = 2
  • Total Fat = 0.23 g
  • Cholesterol = 0 mg
  • Sodium = 106 mg
  • Potassium = 442 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate = 13 g
  • Dietary Fiber = 3.8 g
  • Sugars = 9.19 g
  • Protein = 2.19 g
  • Vitamin A = 1% RDI
  • Vitamin C = 11% RDI
  • Calcium = 2% RDI
  • Iron = 6% RDI

 

Healthy Beet Recipes on our Beetroot Infographic

  1. Spicy Baked Beet chips
  2. Fresh Organic Beetroot cold pressed juice
  3. Beet and Beetroot summer salad

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Beet Root/Beetroot as described on our Beets Infographic

  • Beets are often called nature’s viagra with their high BORON content
  • Beetroot is also known as the table beet, garden beet, red or golden beet
  • Red color compound BETANIN cannot be broken down by our bodies so it may cause temporary red urine & stool (not harmful)
  • Cooking beets depletes nutrient levels dramatically
  • The TOP GREENS of beets are rich in antioxidants, vitamin A & carotenoids!
  • Use a proper JUICER when juicing beets (lots of fiber)
  • Contain BETACYANIN which are effective in breaking down tumours
  • Beet root is used to treat and cure boils, abscesses and even acne
  • Beets contain the HIGHEST source of natural sugar, after the sugar cane

 

The Just Add Good Stuff beet root infographic (we also call it our beets infograph) talks about general beetroot facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The beetroot infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of beets which would affect our Top 10 beets health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of beetroot in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about beets in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Beets Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

Get Up to 900% MORE NUTRITION from Sprouts Versus Fully Grown Foods

Sprouting foods is the ultimate vegan or vegetarian staple food because of their high levels of nutritional value. It’s been proven that sprouts carry abnormally high levels of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients when compared to fully grown foods.

 

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You can reap the incredible health and nutritional benefits of sprouts just 2 to 8 days after you start the germination process! By doing so, you can grow some of the most nutritionally potent foods in the world in less than a week! Just like microgreens, sprouts from vegetable seeds, bean and nuts contain considerable amounts of nutrients in the form of phytonutrients, minerals and vitamins. When compared to fully grown foods, there’s just NO COMPARISON.

 

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Here are some details about nutrition from sprouts versus fully grown foods that you may not be aware of:
 

Sprouts contain very high levels of protein that are easily absorbable and digestible (plant based proteins).

Sprouts contain more calcium, potassium, iron, sodium and Vitamins A, B1/2/3 and C when compared to their fully grown counterparts.

By soaking nuts and seeds (which is the start of a sprout germination process), you can lesson nutritional depletion and remove toxins. This process can also remove phytates that inhibit the absorption of iron, zinc, copper, magnesium and calcium.

Sprouting peas can yield 800% more Vitamin C then fully grown peas.

Sprouting broccoli (after just 3 days) can yield up to 50 times more phytonutrients than consuming a mature broccoli spear.

Sprouting alfalfa grains contains more natural chlorophyll than mater parsley, kale, spinach or cabbage.

Of course, you can find microgreens and organic sprouts in any health food/organic store. However, it is just as easy for you to grow your own sprouts. It’s clean and simple to do. Plus sprouting is economic considering the high nutritional value of food you get for your dollar.

 

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LEMON INFOGRAPHIC > Just Add Lemons … Top 10 Health Benefits of Lemons, Interesting Facts/Figures, Lemon Recipes and Nutritional Value

The Just Add Good Stuff INFOGRAPHIC SERIES continues with our Lemon Infographic. These truly unique health food infographics (or infograms) that we design provide you with interesting facts and things about the best fruits, whole foods and vegetables in addition to general health details. From weird and wacky facts to nutrition information per serving, these infographics is a starting point to help you kick start a more happy and healthy lifestyle. We hope you enjoy them!

 

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Just Add Lemons! Lemons are well known for their sharp and acidic, bitter but zingy flavor. They are rich in vitamin C and low in sugar. They go well with sweet and savoury dishes and all parts of the lemon can be eaten, juiced, dried and used. Not only that, but lemons aid in the proper function of our digestive, immune and circulatory systems in addition to balancing our body’s pH. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Lemon Infographic:

 

Just Add Good Stuff Lemon Infographic detailing the health benefits in a visual way

 

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Lemons as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Lemon Infographic:

  1. maintains our pH balance (they are alkaline in our bodies)
  2. lemons are high in vitamin C & potassium which boost our immune system
  3. stimulates our gastrointestinal tract and the peristalsis
  4. lemon juice clears skin, no matter your skin type by removing toxins
  5. act as a natural, non-evasive, non-threatening diuretic
  6. lemons homeopathically freshens breath & cures mouth sores
  7. helps keep our skin healthy, moisturized and glowing
  8. lemons are very high in pectin fiber which aids in weight loss
  9. rich in proteins, magnesium, calcium, fiber, flavanoids
  10. lemon hydrates our lymph system, alleviates constipation & stress

 

Lemon Nutrition Facts as described on our Lemons Infographic

  • Serving Size = 1 fruit (2 1/8″ diameter)
  • Calories = 17
  • Calories from Fat = 2
  • Total Fat = 0.17 g
  • Cholesterol = 0 mg
  • Sodium = 1 mg
  • Potassium = 80 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate = 5.41 g
  • Dietary Fiber =1.6 g
  • Sugars = 1.45 g
  • Protein = 0.64 g
  • Vitamin A = 0% RDI
  • Vitamin C = 51% RDI
  • Calcium = 2% RDI
  • Iron = 2% RDI

 

Healthy Lemon Recipes on our Lemon Infographic

  1. Good Morning Lemon Berry water
  2. Lemon Coconut Quinoa Hemp main dish
  3. Green Lemon Infused smoothie

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Lemons as described on our Lemon Infographic

  • 1 WHOLE lemon contains a day’s supply of a vitamin C, but the JUICE only contains 1/3 of the recommended daily intake
  • Lemons are GREEN and turn YELLOW due to temperature, not ripeness (just don’t buy brown ones)
  • The CITRIC ACID in lemons prevent oxidation of fresh raw foods
  • Lemons are a natural & versatile household cleaner
  • Roll a room-temperature lemon under your palm for max juice
  • BOTTLED lemon juice aren’t as good as fresh organics
  • Lemons came from Southern India, Northern Burma, and China
  • The lemon tree is considered an evergreen
  • The Meyer lemon is a cross between a lemon & an orange or mandarin

 

The Just Add Good Stuff lemon infographic (we also call it our lemon infograph) talks about general lemon facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The lemon infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of lemon which would affect our Top 10 lemon health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of lemon in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about lemons in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Lemon Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

RECIPE > Turmeric Cumin Spicy Quinoa Recipe

Spicy and savoury… snack or main… appetizer or side. Our Just Add Good Stuff Turmeric Cumin Spicy Quinoa recipe is the ultimate ‘flexible’ dish. For non-vegans, this is the perfect way to introduce a healthy and hearty dish to your nutrition program. For vegans, the Turmeric Cumin Spicy Quinoa dish is a spin on an otherwise overused ingredient that becomes bland and boring.

We’re introducing a spicy quinoa dish for the first time.  Obviously, the spiciness or ‘heat’ comes from the Jalapeño pepper and depending on your tolerance, you can add as much or as little heat to your dish.  That’s why we call the Turmeric Cumin Spicy Quinoa recipe the most flexible of dishes.  Also, even though it’s spicy, there’s a great balance of flavours so that the heat doesn’t overwhelm your palette.  Add to it some nutritious vegetables and seeds, and you’ve got an ultimately healthy snack or side.

 

Turmeric Cumin Spicy Quinoa Recipe

 

Turmeric Cumin Spicy Quinoa Recipe

 
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Servings: enough for a side or starter for 4 people
Preparation Time: 15 – 20 minutes

 

Here are the ingredients for the Turmeric Cumin Spicy Quinoa Recipe:

  • 2 cups vegetable stock (no added salt or sugar and organic if possible)
  • 1 pepper (organic green and/or red pepper)
  • 1 Jalapeño pepper (organic)
  • 1/2 onion (large organic)
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds (organic)
  • 1 tsp turmeric (organic)
  • 1/2 tsp cumin (organic and ground)

 

Spicy Quinoa Recipe with Tumeric and Cumin Seeds

 

Here are the preparation directions for the Turmeric Cumin Spicy Quinoa Recipe:

 

Step 1: Wash all fresh ingredients
Step 2: Cook quinoa with 2 cups of water or vegetable stock
Step 3: Dice green/red pepper, Jalapeño pepper and onion

 

In a separate saucepan:

 

Step 4: Cook onion in coconut oil (or almond oil) until translucent
Step 5: Add green/red pepper, Jalapeño pepper and cumin
Step 6: Once cooked, add turmeric as it turns a lovely vibrant yellow
Step 7: Add cooked quinoa with the cooked vegetables
Step 8: Serve warm as a side dish or in a bowl
Step 9: Enjoy and Share!

 

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GOJI BERRY INFOGRAPHIC > Just Add Goji Berries… Check out the Top 10 Health Benefits, Interesting Facts and Recipes Here!

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Just Add Goji Berries! Goji berries (or goji berry) have been used in Asian herbal medicine for over 5,000 years. The goji berry is one of the most nutrient rich foods in the world. It is a vegetarian form of protein and is packed with essential amino acids, vitamins A, C, B2 and E. They also contain over 20 trace minerals and beta-carotene. Goji berries are ‘superfoods’. Here is our Goji Berry Infographic that outlines the Top 10 health benefits of goji berry, goji nutrition information, goji berry recipes and some interesting facts about goji berries in general. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Goji Berries Infographic:

 

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TOP 10 Health Benefits of Goji Berries as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Goji Berry Infographic:

  1. rich in antioxidants that boosts our immune system
  2. goji berry helps fight free radicals that contribute to cancer & ageing
  3. high in beta-carotene improving vision & prevents cataracts
  4. goji berries provides our body with vitamins B1, B2, B6 and E
  5. contains another 22 minerals and 11 amino acids
  6. goji berry is used to treat cancers, skin disease and inflammation
  7. prevents and fights both fatigue and tiredness
  8. goji berries are high in natural plant based protein and iron
  9. stimulates release of human growth hormone (anti-aging)
  10. goji berry reduces blood pressure and cholesterol levels

 

Goji Berry Nutrition Facts as described on our Goji Berries Infographic

  • Serving Size = 1 oz (28 g)
  • Calories = 100
  • Calories from Fat = 0
  • Total Fat = 0 g
  • Cholesterol = 0 mg
  • Sodium = 75 mg
  • Potassium = 0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate = 21 g
  • Dietary Fiber =3 g
  • Sugars = 13 g
  • Protein = 4 g
  • Vitamin A = 140% RDI
  • Vitamin C = 20% RDI
  • Calcium = 4% RDI
  • Iron = 10% RDI

 

Healthy Goji Berry Recipes on our Goji Berries Infographic

  1. Organic Dried goji berries
  2. Green Monster juice
  3. Mixed Berry Flax/Hemp bread

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Goji Berries as described on our Goji Berry Infographic

  • Goji berries are rich in zeaxanthin, and have been known to prevent the loss of eyesight in people over the age of 65
  • They enhance fertility and improve sexual function, particularly in men
  • Goji berries are used to relieve headaches and insomnia
  • Contains 13% more protein than whole meat
  • Make a great snack and come dried, powdered and in liquid extract
  • Also contains more iron than spinach
  • Chinese Journal of Oncology concluded that they help fight cancer
  • Goji berries come from China, Tibet and Mongolia
  • Increasingly popular in weight loss clean eating diet & lifestyles

 

The Just Add Good Stuff goji berry infographic (we also call it our goji infograph) talks about general goji berry facts and nutrient information. For more details about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The goji berries infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of wheat grass which would affect our Top 10 goji berry health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of goji (fresh and dried) in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about these berries in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Goji Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.