Ingredients

• Mixed Salad Greens – You will need 8 cups.
• Blueberries – 2 cups of fresh blueberries is enough.
• Blue Cheese or Gorgonzola – You only need half a cup. Make sure that you have them crumbled.
• Walnuts or Pecans – For that added crunch and toasty taste to your salad, have a quarter cup of chopped and toasted walnuts or pecans.
• Vinaigrette – Have a bottle handy.
• Culinary Argan Oil – A couple or two drizzles is good. The culinary Argan oil is loaded with antioxidants which help build a stronger immune system plus they help keep the skin protected from free radical damage. If there is one thing your skin needs badly especially during the summer season that would be extra protection.

Now that you have gathered all the ingredients you need, it is time to start preparing this healthy and refreshing salad. The best thing about making green salads is that its preparation is very quick and easy. Whether it’s your first time to whip up your own dish or you are pressed for time, you’ll have no trouble whipping up this salad recipe.

So let us get on with how you can prepare this tasty and healthy salad.

Grab a bowl and start tossing the first 4 ingredients we listed above. Drizzle with vinaigrette with as much or as little as you desire then toss gently so that all the ingredients are coated. Once done, add a drizzle or two of the culinary Argan oil. Voila, your salad is ready to be served!

How Healthy is This Salad?

Your salad greens or green leafy vegetables are nutritional powerhouses. They are a rich source of numerous minerals such as iron, calcium, potassium and magnesium. They are also loaded with numerous vitamins such as Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and many B vitamins. Green leafy vegetables also come with phytonutrients like beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin. These phytonutrients shield our cells from harm and damage as well as age-related problems. Dark green leaves also have small amounts of Omega-3 fatty acids.

Vitamins C and E

You probably know how important Vitamins C and E are. These two are potent antioxidants. They protect the body from free-radical damage and both also play a crucial role in strengthening the immune system. Vitamin C is known to prevent heart disease and if you long to have beautiful, healthy and youthful skin, Vitamin E is a trustworthy ally.

Vitamin K

Not many people know just how crucial Vitamin K is to our health. This vitamin regulates blood clotting and protects our bones from osteoporosis. Vitamin K may also prevent and reduce atherosclerosis since it reduces calcium in arterial plaques. It may also play a key role in regulating inflammation and may shield us from inflammatory diseases such as arthritis. It may also help prevent diabetes.

The green leaves, blueberries and culinary Argan oil make this salad recipe a powerhouse of healthy nutrients.

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Here we have a salsa recipe that is not only tasty but very healthy. Packed with antioxidants, this salsa will not only help keep your body healthy but also keep your skin protected from the harsh effects of the sun. Extra protection is exactly what your skin needs as the summer sun can be relentless. Want to learn how you can make this tasty salsa? Let’s start with the ingredients you will need.

Ingredients

• Tomatoes – You’ll need 2. We suggest that you use the medium heirloom tomatoes.
• Wild Blueberries – A cup is enough. You can either use fresh or frozen ones.
• Sweet Onion – You’ll need 3 quarters of chopped onions.
• Rice Vinegar – 2 tablespoons is enough.
• Garlic – Mince 2 cloves.
• Culinary Argan oil – About 2 tablespoons is good.
• Jalapeno pepper – Chop 1 piece finely.
• Hungarian hot pepper – You’ll need just half of it. Chop it finely.
• Fresh Cilantro – 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro is good.
• Italian flat leaf parsley – You’ll need 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley.
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Boil a pot of water. While waiting for the water to boil, start scoring the skin of tomatoes by simply slicing an X into the skin on the bottom part. Once done immerse them in the boiling water for about 15 seconds. Take them out and then place the tomatoes in a bowl of cold water. This should make it easy for the skin to slip off. Peel the tomatoes and cut them in half. Be sure to get rid of the seeds then chop them up.

Grab a medium bowl and throw in the tomatoes, blueberries, onion, garlic, peppers and herbs. Be sure to mix them well. Pour in the vinegar and the culinary Argan oil in the bowl and stir to gently mix it in and coat all the ingredients. Sprinkle in some salt and pepper. Cover the bowl and then place it in your fridge to let the flavors blend and seep in. Before serving, you may want to drain the salsa a bit first.

Just How Healthy is this Salsa?

Tomatoes, blueberries and peppers are all loaded with potent antioxidants. The culinary Argan oil is also packed with antioxidants and unsaturated fatty acids. These nutrients are essential in keeping the body protected from damage including the skin and they help boost one’s immune system allowing you to enjoy all the fun summer brings.

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Oil is one of the most common ingredients of many recipes. You should make sure that your oil dips and drizzles as well as the oil you use in sautéing, baking, grilling and stir frying your dishes with is a healthy one. Have you heard about the culinary Argan oil?

The Culinary Argan Oil

The culinary Argan oil is one of the healthiest oils available in the market. The oil hails from Morocco and is a natural extract of the Argan fruit nuts. The oil has been used for thousands of years by the Berber tribe in their dishes. The oil is also treasured for its cosmetic and medicinal benefits.

What Makes the Culinary Argan Oil Healthy?

So why should you have the culinary Argan oil in your kitchen cupboard? The oil is packed with essential fatty acids like linoleic acid and a high amount of tocopherols. In fact it contains twice the amount of tocopherols found in olive oil. Tocopherols are naturally occurring chemical compounds that are related to Vitamin E. They function as a natural antioxidant therefore helping keep the cells in the body protected from free radical damage.

Let us find out more about what makes this oil healthy.

• Essential fatty acids – The oil contains unsaturated essential fatty acids or EFAs. These are building compounds the body needs in manufacturing and repairing cell membranes.
• Prostaglandin – This is a lipid that aids in the regulation of body functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, circulation, smooth muscle contraction as well as the immune function. This lipid is a natural anti-inflammatory and plays a crucial role in the overall growth and development of cells.
• Carotenoids – The carotenoids in the oil referred to as xanthophylls are known to reduce one’s risk of developing arthritis.
• Polyphenols – Also referred to as polyphenolic compounds are known to have antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergenic, anti-oxidative and anti-aging properties.
• Ferulic acid – The oil also helps prevent damage from UV light because of its Ferulic acid.
• Sterols – Sterols in the oil like schottenol and spinasterol have anti-cancer property.
• Vitamin E – Vitamin E is one of the most potent antioxidants. It fights free radicals before they can do the body damage. Vitamin E also protects the levels of essential fatty acids and Vitamin A in the body.

Make your dishes healthier and tastier with the culinary Argan oil.

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The strawberry and arugula salad recipe is definitely perfect for the warmer days of spring and the hot days of summer. You can either have it as a side dish or as an entree by topping it with chicken. This recipe only takes 20 minutes to prepare so forget about take outs and ordering in. Drizzle with a tablespoon or two of the culinary Argan oil for a yummier and healthier taste.

Ingredients

Head out to the supermarket and buy the following ingredients.

• Fresh arugula or baby spinach – You will need about two cups. Tear the leaves.
• Fresh strawberries – You will need 3/4 cups of strawberries cut into quarters.
• Almonds – You’ll need a quarter cup of slivered almonds.
• Gorgonzola cheese – About a quarter cup of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese is enough.
• Red onion – 2 tablespoons of chopped onions is enough.
• Argan oil – You’ll need about 2 tablespoons. You can also use olive oil instead.
• Orange juice concentrate – Just a tablespoon will do.
• Balsamic vinegar – Just a tablespoon will do.
• Orange peel – You will need 1 1/2 teaspoons of grated orange peel.
• Ground ginger – 1/8 of a teaspoon is all you’ll need.

These ingredients are very easy to find. Now that you have your ingredients, let’s start whipping up this very refreshing, tasty and healthy salad.

Preparing the Salad
Grab your salad bowl and start combining the first 5 ingredients we listed. Grab a small bowl and start whisking the oil, orange juice concentrate, balsamic vinegar, orange peel and ginger together. Once you have whisked them well, you now have your dressing. Pour over your salad and start tossing to gently coat your greens. You can drizzle the salad with another tablespoon or two of the Argan oil for an extra nutty kick.

This is one easy salad to prepare! The best thing about this dish is that it is packed with nutrients that keep the body healthy. Strawberries are loaded with antioxidants which help strengthen the immune system and protect every cell of the body from free radical damage. The culinary Argan oil is also loaded with antioxidants plus unsaturated essential fatty acids which are great for the heart and the brain.

Freshen up your spring and summer days with this delicious strawberry and arugula salad recipe!

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Many things have been said about the amazing prowess of this Moroccan culinary oil in bringing down levels of bad cholesterol in the body. The oil is packed with numerous nutrients and is especially loaded with essential fatty acids which are great for your heart. Let’s find out more about the health benefits of this Moroccan gourmet oil.

Benefits of the Culinary Argan Oil

• The phenolic compounds in the oil have shown to lower the oxidation of LDL (low-density lipoprotein) or bad cholesterol and improve the levels of HDL (high-density lipoprotein) or the good cholesterol. A study also revealed that Argan oil increases one’s levels of good cholesterol significantly higher than that of virgin olive oil. In this study, 60 people were divided into two groups. One group was fed with Argan oil while the other group was fed virgin olive oil. After three weeks the result yielded that the group that was fed with the Moroccan oil has higher levels of HDL (the good cholesterol) compared to those who were fed virgin olive oil.

• The oil also has the prowess to bring down levels of triglycerides in the bloodstream. One has to be concerned about their levels of triglycerides as having them in high levels may lead to atherosclerosis and puts you at higher risk of heart disease and stroke. Researchers believe that this prowess of the oil comes from its high levels of natural polyphenols, Vitamin E and plant Sterols.

In most developed nations, heart disease usually tops the cause of death. A disturbing fact about heart-related disease is that it is no longer just associated with the elderly. It is still true that old age makes you more vulnerable to this health issue but the number of young adults in their 30s and 40s suffering from a heart-related problem has been increasing.

Here are other natural substances that offer heart protection.

• Omega 3 Fatty Acids – Numerous studies and researches have suggested that once risk of dying from a sudden cardiac arrest is greatly reduced when taking higher levels of omega 3 fatty acids. The omega 3 fatty acids in fish have been especially associated with being able to reduce the risk of sudden death from cardiac arrest particularly in men who have never exhibited symptoms of a heart disease.

• Vitamin D – A 26% increased rate of death from all-cause form is associated with having very low levels of Vitamin D. A 2009 research confirmed that lower Vitamin D levels are even more obvious in cardiovascular death.

• Magnesium – This is another natural substance that benefits the heart immensely. Deficiency in magnesium can hasten the aging of the heart muscle.

You may have been hearing “diet” phrases such as “low carb”, “high protein”, “Mediterranean” and “Hoodia” being uttered by both popular personalities and regular guys and gals in your neighborhood or circle of friends. These are just a few types of diet that many are following to improve one’s overall fitness and live a better life.

One of the popular phrases today associated with diet is “antioxidant-packed diet”. You probably have heard or read about this on the net, in the papers and from TV shows. Just what is an antioxidant-packed diet and how does it aid in keeping our body healthier?

First let us discuss what  antioxidants are and how they benefit the body.

All of us have “free radicals” that go roaming inside our body. These free radicals are unstable molecules and can attack the body most commonly in the form of cancer. Antioxidants are our defense against these free radicals. Antioxidants seize and neutralize free radicals before they cause the body damage. A diet that is packed with antioxidants can help in preventing potential acute illnesses caused by free radicals.

What Are the Best Sources of Antioxidants

So where can we get our daily dose of potent antioxidants? If you drink tea or coffee at least once a day, you are in luck as both coffee and tea hold a certain amount of antioxidants. However, it is fresh fruits that are especially packed with antioxidants. We already are aware that fruits are highly recommended by  health experts. But did you know that the culinary Argan oil is also loaded with antioxidants? Drizzling your stews, salads, soups as well as baked and grilled dishes can give your body as much antioxidants that you’ll get from a piece of fruit.

The Antioxidants in Culinary Argan Oil

The culinary Argan oil hails from Morocco and is extracted from the fruit nuts of the Argan tree. The oil is packed with antioxidants such as Vitamin E, Polyphenols, Ferulic acid, Carotenoids and Squalene. These antioxidants stop the damaging chain reaction that free radicals create that may ultimately lead to serious illnesses such as cancer.

Follow a Nutrition Plan that Includes Antioxidants

To keep your body healthy, you should follow a nutrition plan that is highly packed with antioxidants. Always include fruits and vegetables (vegetables are also a great source of antioxidants) in your daily meals. You can also drizzle your dishes with just a tablespoon or two of the culinary Argan oil to give your body a potent dose of antioxidants.

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Eating too fast

Eating is not just about getting food into your body. Gobbling down your food deprives you of the sensory pleasure that comes with eating. Moreover, the whole digestion process starts at your mouth when you chew your food. Chewing breaks down food so that your body can absorb nutrients. So hey, slow down and chew. If you eat fast because you eat alone, make a commitment to eat with a colleague at work. When you live alone, invite your neighbor to dinner one night a week.

Compulsive snacking

Secret snacking gives a negative meaning to eating. If you feel the urge to eat snacks, munch on healthy, low-fat, low-calorie snacks such as fresh fruits, vegetables with fat-free dip, or popcorn without the butter. Or try low-fat, lower calorie versions of your favorite foods to see if they satisfy your craving.

Skipping meals

You starve yourself the whole day and then binge at night. Skipping meals can lead to out-of-control hunger which often leads to overeating. When you are very hungry, good nutrition flies out of the window because your main goal is to appease your hunger.  Eat regular meals and take snacks in between meals. Eating regular meals helps keep nutrients and energy levels stable

Emotional eating

Do you reward yourself with food? Do you turn to food when you are feeling stressed? Emotional eating is one bad habit that you should find a way to break. Sometimes you turn to food for comfort, unconsciously or consciously. Emotional eating can sabotage your weight loss efforts and cause you to gain weight. Manage your stress with yoga, meditation or taking up a hobby. Fight boredom, not with food but with healthier options such as taking a walk, chatting with a friend or watching a movie. Avoid turning to food to distract you.

Unhealthy food choices

Fond of soda and potato chips? If your favorite foods are high in fat, salt or sugar, the solution is not eliminating these foods from your diet. The key is moderating how much of these foods you eat and how often you eat them. Eat a balanced diet of carbohydrates, proteins and fat. Eat whole grain and load up on fruits and vegetables. Choose the good fats and avoid the bad fats which can cause health problems. Use argan oil in your dishes. This oil from Morocco is packed with unsaturated fatty acids, vitamin E and antioxidants that provide heart-health benefits.

Bad habits are hard to break, especially when they have been around for a long time. Take things one day at a time and stop your bad habit on its tracks gradually. Follow these tips on how to eat healthy and break bad eating habits.

To make choosing which bottle of oil is healthy for your heart easier, we have made a guide on heart-healthy cooking oils. You can just have this guide printed or you can copy it and tape it to the inside of your cupboard door or anywhere in the kitchen where you would be able to see it easily.

Fats that are healthy for the heart are generally derived from plant oils. However one should note that fats just like oils are not created equal. Rather than just using one particular type of oil for all the dishes you whip up, it is best to have various types of oil in your kitchen.

You Need to Know the Smoke Point – One of the things you need to understand is that the chemical makeup of oils varies. There are some oils that are more ideal for lower-heat cooking compared to some. It is important to understand the smoke point of oils. First let us discuss what the “smoke point” is all about. All oils reach a certain temperature where they begin to smoke hence the name smoke point. The smoke point is the temperature at which the oil starts producing toxic fumes and dangerous free radicals. You should avoid heating the oil up to its smoke point. A general rule of thumb is that the more refined the oil is the higher is its smoke point.

Heart-Healthy Oils

• Oils with High Smoke Point
  Oils having a high smoke point are best for searing, browning and deep frying. However, if you want to keep your heart healthy, you should avoid deep frying. Examples of oils with high smoke point are almond, avocado, sunflower and light-colored or refined olive oil.
• Oils with Medium-High Smoke Point
  Oils with medium-high smoke point are great for baking, oven cooking and stir frying. Examples of oils having medium-high smoke point are canola, grapeseed, macadamia nut, extra virgin olive oil and peanut oil.
• Oils with Medium Smoke Point
  If you are doing light sautéing, sauces and low-heat baking, oils having medium smoke point are the best to use. Examples of these oils are corn, hemp, pumpkinseed, sesame, soybean, walnut and coconut oil.
• Oils Requiring No Heat
  No-heat oils are best suited for dips, dressings and marinades. Flaxseed oil and wheat germ oil are examples of these oils.
• Culinary Argan Oil
  The culinary Argan oil is very healthy for the heart. For thousands of years, Moroccan tribes have used this oil in their cooking. The oil is used almost the same way as olive oil and is great for dips, dressings and light heat cooking. Its smoke point is comparable to that of pure olive oil.

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The Cosmetic Argan Oil
The cosmetic Moroccan oil is well-loved because of its skin, hair and nail benefits. A powerhouse of antioxidants and nutrients with moisturizing properties the oil is known to promote youthful skin by minimizing fine lines and wrinkles and delaying its onset.

The Culinary Argan Oil
The culinary type of the oil holds the same nutrients as the cosmetic type. Aside from having potent antioxidants like Vitamin E, Carotenoids, Polyphenols, Ferulic acid and Squalene, it also contains unsaturated essential fatty acids. The culinary Argan oil is not as popular as its cosmetic counterpart but it does deserve to be in the limelight because of the tremendous health benefits one can get from regularly including the oil in their diet.

Cancer Fighting Benefits
Because of the numerous antioxidants found in the culinary Argan oil, it can prevent DNA damage. Why should we be jumping up and down with this fact? DNA damage that is caused by inflammation is basically the trigger of most diseases.

Numerous research and studies on the oil have suggested that the culinary Moroccan oil can prevent the development of cancer as well as delay aging by shielding DNA from getting damaged. Studies also revealed that the phenolic compounds in the oil prevent the first stages of cancer caused by free radicals from developing. Free radicals are unstable molecules in the body which damage the healthy tissues. They cause inflammation and various diseases. Free radicals are also referred to as oxidative stress. Antioxidants neutralize these free radicals before doing any damage to the body.
Cancer and aging are both caused by DNA damage. Numerous diseases are also because of DNA damage. The Moroccan oil holds a potent amount of phenolic compounds that can protect DNA from getting battered and damaged by oxidative stress. If you want to stay youthful and save yourself and your loved ones from various illnesses caused by inflammation such as cancer, you should see to it that your diet includes a whole lot of antioxidants. One type of oil that is packed with tons of potent antioxidants is the culinary oil often called the liquid gold of Morocco.

Heart-healthy Benefits
The Moroccan oil is also beneficial to the heart. Its unsaturated essential fatty acids help regulate cholesterol levels and as a result help normalize blood pressure. With regular intake it can help protect you from cardiovascular diseases.

Brain Benefits
The unsaturated essential fatty acids in the oil help in brain development of infants. Pregnant women or those who are planning to get pregnant should include this oil in their diet. Those with diabetes will also benefit from this culinary oil as regular consumption can normalize blood sugar levels. It also helps in reducing resistance to insulin.

Health Benefits of the Culinary Argan Oil

Just like the olive oil, the Moroccan oil also holds immense health benefits. Consuming this oil can help prevent cardiovascular disease, fight certain types of cancer and prevent the onset of diabetes. Let us get to know more about the health benefits of this oil.

• Helps Prevent Cardiovascular Disease
  A 2004 study on the Moroccan oil showed that the oil can reduce one’s risk of developing cardiovascular disease. The study involved two groups of rats. One group was consistently fed with a diet including the Moroccan oil while the other group’s diet did not include the oil. The group with the oil in their diet showed a significantly lower blood pressure compared to the second group. Follow up research also revealed that a diet that includes the Moroccan oil can prevent and treat heart disease. The oil is packed with unsaturated fatty acids which help regulate blood cholesterol. Adding the oil into your diet is a great way to reach your needed fat intake without having to worry about your heart.
• Argan Oil and Its Cancer Fighting Benefits
  A study done in 2006 showed that the components of the Moroccan oil are able to slow the growth of several types of prostate cancer cells. The study also revealed that the cancerous effects of carcinogens on prostate cells were reversed with exposure to the oil’s components. The oil contains numerous antioxidants which makes it very likely to also offer protection against other forms of cancer. Antioxidants repair cell damage. Cellular damage overtime can build up and cause mutations in cancer. Adding the Moroccan oil in your diet can help bring down your risk of cancer and give other numerous health benefits thanks to its high content of antioxidants.
• Preventing Diabetes
  In Morocco, the Argan oil is usually used for treating diabetes. Numerous researches revealed that the oil can bring down insulin resistance. Insulin resistance signals the beginning stage of diabetes. A 2006 study showed improved cellular response to low doses of insulin with the help of the Moroccan oil. In a 2009 study, consumption of the oil was able to reverse the metabolic changes triggered by a diet high in sugar. This goes to show that the development of diabetes can be prevented by adding the Moroccan oil in one’s diet.

Have a bottle of this healthy culinary oil in your kitchen handy. Drizzle your soups, stews, grills and salads with the nutty taste and health benefits of the Moroccan oil!

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