Asparagus and tomato frittata breakfast

A savory  layered egg dish with  asparagus tomatoes and parmesan. 
    

Time.    30 min. 
 Servings 4.    

Nutritional.        

calories: 158

fat: 5g

carb: 15g

protein: 13g

Ingredients.      

 cooking spray 

2 fresh tomatoes , thinly sliced 

1/2 lb asparagus spears, fresh and very thin, 

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded , divided 

4 eggs , slightly beaten 

1/4 tsp salt            

Preparation.         

1 Spray a large nonstick skillet with the vegetable oil spray; place over medium-low heat. Place half of the tomato slices on the bottom of the pan, overlapping. Top with half of the asparagus. Repeat. Sprinkle with half of the Parmesan cheese.

2 Pour the egg over the top; sprinkle with salt. Cover and cook over low heat 20 minutes.

3 Carefully slide the omelet onto a large serving platter. Sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese.

Additional Information

Reduce cholesterol, fat, and calories by substituting 1 cup liquid egg substitute for the four eggs.

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Ambrosia breakfast

A sweet mixture of orange , grapefruit, strawberry, and kiwi. 

Time 60 min.

 Servings 18. 

  Nutritional.

calories: 60

fat: 1g

carb:19g

protein: 1g      

 Ingredients.       

 3 medium oranges

2 medium grapefruit , or pink grapefruit

2 cup fresh strawberries , halved

2 medium kiwi, peeled , cut into wedges

1/4 cup flaked unsweetened coconut

1/4 cup rum , dark

3 tbsp brown sugar         

Preparation.       

1 Peel skin off of oranges and grapefruits and break into sections. Place sections in bowl, disposing of membranes.

2 Mix in the rest of the ingredients, stirring gently. Cover and place in refrigerator until chilled.

Additional Information

This is a delicious dessert on its own or spooned over pound cake, ice cream, or yogurt. Use brown sugar substitute to bring carbs down further.

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Antipasto pizza Lunch

Two italian favorites made into one great meal, pizza crust topped with antipasto 








Time 25 min    Servings 6

Nutritional.    

calories: 229

fat: 4g

carb:27g

protein: 5g

Ingredients.        

10 oz ready to heat low carb pizza crust 

2 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded 

1 fresh tomato , seeded and chopped 

1/2 red onion , thinly sliced 

1 medium carrot , shredded 

3/4 cup fresh cucumber, peeled and chopped , seeded 

5 Olives, black, jumbo, pitted, sliced 

2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 

1 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 

1/2 tsp ground oregano , dried 

2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese 

Preparation.        

1 Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. 

2 Lay pizza crust on oven rack and bake 10 minutes. 

3 While crust is baking mix together lettuce, tomato, onion, carrot, cucumber, olives, vinegar, oil, and oregano. 

4 When crust is done spoon mixture on top of pizza crust; scatter cheese over top slice and serve. 

Additional Information

For added protein add lean chicken, turkey, beef, or ham. Use a variety of toppings on this pizza.

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Almond and blueberry pancakes

Breakfast 

Moist pancakes with almonds and fresh blueberries.  
  
Time 15 min. 
Servings. 8. 

Nutritional.          

calories: 110

fat: 4g

carb: 20g

protein: 6g               

Ingredients.        

1/2 cup white whole wheat flour

3/4 cup whole wheat flour

1/2 oz frozen apple juice concentrate (2 tsp)

2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1 1/2 tsp unsweetened applesauce

1 1/4 cup lowfat milk

1/8 tsp almond extract

3 egg whites

3/4 cup fresh blueberries

1 tbsp slivered almonds , crushed        

 Preparation.            

 1 In large mixing bowl, blend all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, apple juice concentrate, baking powder, and salt.

2 In separate bowl, mix applesauce, milk, almond extract, egg whites, blueberries, and almonds.

3 Add flour mix and blend until batter is smooth.

4 Coat large skillet with cooking spray and heat to medium. Using quarter cup measure, spoon batter into skillet for each pancake.

5 Flip pancakes once bubbles form on top. Cook each side until golden brown.     

 s once bubbles form on top. Cook each side until golden brown.

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11 Foods that Cleanse the Liver Naturally

Liver is one of the busiest organ in the human body. It works tirelessly to detoxify blood, produce the bile needed for the digestion of fat, and also store essential vitamins, minerals and iron. 

The liver also makes proteins important for blood clotting and other functions. Liver serves as the body’s primary site of detoxification, metabolizing harmful external substances such as alcohol, drugs, and toxic chemicals; breaking down excess insulin, estrogen, and other hormones.

 Improving liver function helps give the whole body a reboot.

Important functions of liver 

Destruction of old red blood cells. 
Processing nutrients absorbed by the intestines. 

Produces essential chemicals to help blood clot properly. Regulating blood composition to balance protein, fat and sugar. 
Breaking down and metabolizing of alcohol and medications.

 Producing essential proteins and cholesterol. 
Storing of minerals, iron and Vitamin A.
 Removing toxins from the blood stream such as bilirubin, ammonia.

Causes associated with impaired liver function

 Alcohol abuse 
Prescription drugs, including acetaminophen, herbal remedies
 Viral infections
 Tattoos or body piercings 
Blood transfusions
 Exposure to certain industrial chemicals and environmental toxins
 Unprotected sex
 Obesity, and a diet high in saturated fats, and processed foods Autoimmune diseases

Symptoms your liver isn’t functioning efficiently

Bloating and gas 
Acid reflux and heartburn
Constipation 
Skin and/or eyes that are yellowish (a symptom of jaundice)
 Inability to lose weight 
Moodiness, anxiousness, or depression 
Dark urine
 Chronic fatigue
 Excessive sweating 
Bruise easily 
Poor appetite 

To take care of the body, liver must work efficiently. An unhealthy diet and poor lifestyle can overload the liver. When the liver is overworked and overloaded, it can’t process toxins and fat in an efficient way. There are many foods that can help to cleanse and rejuvenate the liver naturally by stimulating its natural ability to clean toxic waste from the body. 

Here are the best 11 liver cleansing super foods: 

1. Garlic

 Garlic contains allicin and selenium, two natural compounds that play an integral role in the protection of the liver from damage.

 Garlic contains numerous sulfur-containing compounds that has the ability to activate liver enzymes responsible for expelling toxins from the body. Garlic also helps to reduce cholesterol. Eat 2 to 3 raw garlic cloves everyday instead of processed garlic or powder.

2. Grapefruit

Grapefruit is high in vitamin C and glutathione antioxidants, it helps to increase natural cleansing processes of the liver. Grapefruit contains over 70mg of glutathione, which assists the liver in the production of detox enzymes.

 Glutathione help in several processes in the body, tissue building and repair, production of proteins and strengthening immune system. Drink a small amount of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice for a few days.


3. Turmeric 

The main active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, which is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. Turmeric increases natural bile production, helps for regeneration of damaged liver cells and aids in keeping the body toxin-free. Turmeric also reduces joint pain, is an effective antidepressant, aids in digestion, helps to restore a healthy blood sugar balance, and supports healthy liver tissue and liver metabolism[1]. Include Turmeric in your food or take Turmeric capsules for two week. 

4. Avocados 

Avocados are rich in glutathione, a compound that is necessary for the liver to cleanse harmful toxins and function properly. Avocados also helps to reduce low-density lipoproteins or “bad” cholesterol(LDL) and increase high-density lipoproteins or “good” cholesterol(HDL). Eat 2 or 3 avocados every week for the liver cleansing. 

5. Lemons 

Warm lemon water is a great way to detox your liver, it produces more enzymes in response to water with lemon than to any other food. Lemon contain very high amounts of vitamin C and antioxidant D-Limonene, which helps to produce enzymes for digestion and helps mineral absorption by the liver. Also D-limonene is a powerful cancer fighting antioxidant. Drinking warm lemon water in the morning helps stimulate the liver. You can add honey for a taste but not sugar. 

6. Apples

 Apples contain high amount of pectin which helps to release toxins from the digestive tract. This in turn prevents liver to handle toxic load during the cleansing process. Pectin has been shown to reduce blood cholesterol(LDL) levels. 7. Green Tea Green Tea beverage is full of antioxidants known as catechins, a compound which assist liver function. Drinking green tea daily can help body to flush out toxins. Catechins in tea stimulate lipid catabolism in the liver which prevents fat accumulation in the liver.

8. Beetroots

Beetroots are extremely high in plant-flavonoids and betacarotene, which stimulate & improve overall liver function. Beetroots also naturally cleanse the gallbladder and improve bile flow.

 9. Dandelion Root 

The root of the dandelion plant may act as a mild laxative and used to improve digestion. Preliminary research suggests that dandelion may help improve liver and gallbladder function. Dandelion root has a natural diuretic effect, allowing your liver to eliminate toxins more quickly. It also helps to strengthen the immune system, balance blood sugar levels, relieve heartburn, and soothe digestive upset.

 10. Walnuts 

Walnuts contain high amount of the amino acid arginine which aids the liver in detoxifying ammonia. Walnut also contain glutathione and omega-3 fatty acids, which are good for liver-cleansing.

 11. Sweet Potatoes 

Sweet Potatoes are rich in potassium and beta-carotene. Increase in potassium level can help liver function efficiently. Potassium rich foods help to lower systolic blood pressure, lower cholesterol and support a healthy cardiovascular system, in addition to cleanse liver. Cleansing and detoxing the liver helps to clear pesticides, medications, heavy metals from your body, resulting in a healthy liver. Keep your liver running efficiently all the time, add above foods into your diet to maintain healthy liver!

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Home remedies for abscess

Compress: Soak a wash clith or gauze in one cup of hot water and 2 tablespoon of epsom salt. Apply this compress three times a day for 10 to 15 minutes to help relieve the infection.

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