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Eat Like An Ikarian With Celebrity Chef Diane Kochilas In Northvale Eat Like An Ikarian With Celebrity Chef Diane Kochilas In Northvale
Eat Like An Ikarian With Celebrity Chef Diane Kochilas In Northvale Diane Kochilas has spent her career showing people to eating like an Ikarian. The celebrity chef will be hosting a book signing for her new book "The Ikaria Way: 100 Delicious Plant-Based Recipes Inspired by My Homeland, the Greek Island of Longevity," on Wednesday, March 27 at 6 p.m. at Books and Greetings in Northvale. Ikaria, a Greek island where people are known to live long lives is where Kochilas' family is from. The cookbook features plant-based dishes and features food filled with flavor, like smoked eggplant with tahini and walnuts and baked chickpeas and pumpkin patties, according…
Alexander Hamilton Family Estate In Sloatsburg Sells For $11M, Set To Become Luxury Spa Alexander Hamilton Family Estate In Sloatsburg Sells For $11M, Set To Become Luxury Spa
Alexander Hamilton Family Estate In Sloatsburg Sells For $11M, Set To Become Luxury Spa The Ranch, a health and wellness company that offers luxury spa retreats has purchased the Hudson Valley estate once owned by Alexander Hamilton's family called Table Rock for $11 million, with plans to offer wellness programs.  The company offers retreats in Malibu, California; Vail, Colorado; and Italy. The 200-acre estate, located in Rockland County in Sloatsburg, will be the company's first foray on the East Coast. “We wanted to respect and satisfy the ongoing demand from our East Coast guests to open a property closer to them," said  Alex Glasscock, f…
Celebrating The Holidays While Suffering From Reflux Celebrating The Holidays While Suffering From Reflux
Celebrating The Holidays While Suffering From Reflux Reflux affects nearly 40% of the population, and as those who suffer know, holiday indulgences often exacerbate the symptoms. A person suffering from the symptoms associated with Laryngopharyngeal Reflux, LPR, or Gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD, may feel anxiety and stress around the holidays and the idea of meals out or hosted by family and friends that can trigger flare ups. LPR symptoms, which are of the throat and upper airway such as throat clearing, the feeling of mucus or a lump in the throat, coughing, changes in voice, burning sensation, trouble swallowing, as well as recurren…
Celebrating The Holidays While Suffering From Reflux Celebrating The Holidays While Suffering From Reflux
Celebrating The Holidays While Suffering From Reflux Reflux affects nearly 40% of the population, and as those who suffer know, holiday indulgences often exacerbate the symptoms. A person suffering from the symptoms associated with Laryngopharyngeal Reflux, LPR, or Gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD, may feel anxiety and stress around the holidays and the idea of meals out or hosted by family and friends that can trigger flare ups. LPR symptoms, which are of the throat and upper airway such as throat clearing, the feeling of mucus or a lump in the throat, coughing, changes in voice, burning sensation, trouble swallowing, as well as recurren…
Cooking Class On Plant-Based Eating And Gut Health Is September’s Featured Event At NWH Cooking Class On Plant-Based Eating And Gut Health Is September’s Featured Event At NWH
Cooking Class On Plant-Based Eating And Gut Health Is September’s Featured Event At NWH The featured webinar in September for Northern Westchester Hospital’s (NWH) Center for Healthy Living will be a cooking class focused on boosting health with a plant-based diet and understanding gut health. During this online class, Amy Rosenfeld, a registered dietician, will talk about what plant-based eating means and guide participants on the principles of a balanced plant-forward lifestyle with recipes for the whole family. Amy will be joined by gastroenterologist Shifra Koyfman, MD, who will talk about the connection between our children’s gut health and their diet. Other classes offere…
Benefits Of A Plant-Based Diet Benefits Of A Plant-Based Diet
Benefits Of A Plant-Based Diet What is a plant-based diet? A plant-based diet focuses on whole, minimally processed plant-based foods. It involves limiting animal products and making fruits, vegetables, and plant proteins the star of your plate. It emphasizes nuts, seeds, oils, whole grains, legumes, and beans and limits foods like meat, dairy, and eggs. Why eat a plant-based diet? Eating a plant-based diet is associated with many health benefits. Plant-based foods are rich in fiber and antioxidants, free of cholesterol, and low in calories and saturated fat. Eating a variety of these foods provides the essential nutrie…
Benefits Of A Plant-Based Diet Benefits Of A Plant-Based Diet
Benefits Of A Plant-Based Diet What is a plant-based diet? A plant-based diet focuses on whole, minimally processed plant-based foods. It involves limiting animal products and making fruits, vegetables, and plant proteins the star of your plate. It emphasizes nuts, seeds, oils, whole grains, legumes, and beans and limits foods like meat, dairy, and eggs. Why eat a plant-based diet? Eating a plant-based diet is associated with many health benefits. Plant-based foods are rich in fiber and antioxidants, free of cholesterol, and low in calories and saturated fat. Eating a variety of these foods provides the essential nutrie…
New Northern Westchester Restaurant Offers Plant-Based, Organic Meals New Northern Westchester Restaurant Offers Plant-Based, Organic Meals
New Northern Westchester Restaurant Offers Plant-Based, Organic Meals A new restaurant that opened earlier this summer in Northern Westchester County is seeing a positive response to its menu, which focuses on organic and locally sourced ingredients, the owner says. Root2Rise opened its doors on Monday, June 28. The cafe is located at 359 Manville Road in Pleasantville. Jyoti Tewani, who opened the restaurant with her husband Raj Tewani and co-founder Chef Michael Kagan, said she has been working on the menu for the business for the past three years.  Jyoti said her background is in nutrition, and she was already working on promoting "clean eating" with her…
McPlant: McDonald's To Test Meat-Free Burger McPlant: McDonald's To Test Meat-Free Burger
McPlant: McDonald's To Test Meat-Free Burger McDonald’s is officially dipping its toes in the vegetarian market with the McPlant, a newly developed plant-based patty that is set to debut as soon as next year. The McPlant offers a new option for some seeking a healthier, vegetarian option from the fast-food giant. “As we have worked to better understand customer demand, some markets around the world have tested plant-based products,” McDonald’s International President Ian Borden said in a statement. Related story - Vote Now: Do You Plan To Try Burger King's Plant-Based 'Impossible Whopper'? “Informed by those learnings, we have creat…
Are You Ready To Be Heart-Healthy? Are You Ready To Be Heart-Healthy?
Are You Ready To Be Heart-Healthy? It’s always a great time to create a new and improved, healthier version of you. A good way to start a healthier lifestyle is to think about ways you can lower your risk of developing heart disease. Understanding heart disease risk factors Traditional risks of heart disease can be categorized as non-modifiable (genetic) or modifiable. But remember, the same parents that gave you your high cholesterol, for instance, may have also given you your bright personality. Risk factors of heart disease include high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and an unhealthy die…
Plant-Based Wayne Cafe Has CBD-Infused Options Plant-Based Wayne Cafe Has CBD-Infused Options
Plant-Based Wayne Cafe Has Cbd-infused Options A new plant-based eatery opening in Wayne is chock full of CBD-infused menu options. Planted Eats will be offering holistic counseling, detox and cooking workshops, along with CBD cooking parties at its Berdan Avenue location, according to its website. Menu items include quinoa-oat bowls, superfood crepes, salads, a variety of toast options, baked goods, kombucha on-tap and more. Anything on the menu can be CBD-infused at the customer's request. A Hackensack location is also in the works, the cafe said. Gluten-free crepe from Planted Eats in Wayne.Planted Eats Facebook Planted Eats: 6…
Listen To Your Heart: Getting To The Root Of Heart Disease Listen To Your Heart: Getting To The Root Of Heart Disease
Listen To Your Heart: Getting To The Root Of Heart Disease If a plant-based diet and more exercise lead to greater heart health, why don’t we follow these recommendations? The numbers don’t lie: Heart disease (and all it entails) is a serious problem. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it is the leading cause of death among most ethnicities in the United States; that’s 610,000 people annually—one out of four deaths in a year. Then consider that almost three-quarters of a million Americans have a heart attack in a year. If there’s something you could learn to benefit your heart, wouldn’t you want to? To that end, North…
Your Diet Can Reduce Inflammation, Slow Disease, Bay Shore Quest Nutrition Network Owner Says Your Diet Can Reduce Inflammation, Slow Disease, Bay Shore Quest Nutrition Network Owner Says
Your Diet Can Reduce Inflammation, Slow Disease, Bay Shore Quest Nutrition Network Owner Says The Bay Shore nutritionist and owner of Quest Nutrition Network weighed in, no pun meant, on some of the biggest diet trends people follow to reduce inflammation and slow disease. John Jabari Michel gave his view on the benefits and pitfalls of diets like the caveman or paleo and intermittent fasting, which is allowing yourself to go hungry but in a controlled way, both to drop pounds. "I practice intermittent fasting (IF) for periods of times throughout the months. I can say from experience that it is very effective," said Michel.  The practice, he explained, is when you eat meals wi…
'Shark Tank' Couple Opens NJ's First Cinnaholic Shop In Westfield 'Shark Tank' Couple Opens NJ's First Cinnaholic Shop In Westfield
'Shark Tank' Couple Opens NJ's First Cinnaholic Shop In Westfield A new vegan Cinnamon roll shop that had help from sharks on on ABC's "Shark Tank" is coming soon to Westfield. Cinnaholic will sell rolls for $1 on opening day, May 10, at its new Elm Street store. The California-based franchise offers customizable Cinnamon rolls with more than 20 frosting flavors and dozens of toppings. The bakery also boasts other dairy- and- egg-free options like cookies, brownies, bite-sized buns and edible cookie dough made in-house. Co-founders Shannon and Florian Radke bonded over their love of animals and passion for eating a plant-based diet, Cinnaholic's website …
Fad Diets Vs. Lifestyle Changes: Why A Quick Fix Is Not The Best Solution Fad Diets Vs. Lifestyle Changes: Why A Quick Fix Is Not The Best Solution
Fad Diets Vs. Lifestyle Changes: Why A Quick Fix Is Not The Best Solution Wouldn’t it be nice to lose 15 pounds in two weeks by eating everything you want while enjoying increased energy and better health? New magic diet plans, such as The Master Cleanse and HCG Diet, are constantly appearing with such promises. The Master Cleanse, based mainly on a type of detox lemonade, can cause nausea and diarrhea as well as headaches and irritability. There isn’t much scientific evidence to support dietary cleanses since your body has its own natural detoxifying systems through the liver and kidneys. In the HCG Diet, HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), a hormone produced du…
Fad Diets Vs. Lifestyle Changes: Why A Quick Fix Is Not The Best Solution Fad Diets Vs. Lifestyle Changes: Why A Quick Fix Is Not The Best Solution
Fad Diets Vs. Lifestyle Changes: Why A Quick Fix Is Not The Best Solution Wouldn’t it be nice to lose 15 pounds in two weeks by eating everything you want while enjoying increased energy and better health? New magic diet plans, such as The Master Cleanse and HCG Diet, are constantly appearing with such promises. The Master Cleanse, based mainly on a type of detox lemonade, can cause nausea and diarrhea as well as headaches and irritability. There isn’t much scientific evidence to support dietary cleanses since your body has its own natural detoxifying systems through the liver and kidneys. In the HCG Diet, HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin), a hormone produ…
How Healthy Eating Prevents Disease How Healthy Eating Prevents Disease
How Healthy Eating Prevents Disease Healthy eating can help lower your risk of certain medical conditions such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and various types of cancers. Eat More Plant Foods. Plant foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds provide vitamins, minerals and other plant compounds that have cancer-protective effects. They also provide fiber, which protects against colorectal cancer. Most plant foods in their natural form are lower in calories than many other foods. Eating mostly plant foods to meet your nutrient needs can satisfy your hunger while making it easier to stay at a h…
How Healthy Eating Prevents Disease How Healthy Eating Prevents Disease
How Healthy Eating Prevents Disease Healthy eating can help lower your risk of certain medical conditions such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and various types of cancers. Eat More Plant Foods. Plant foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds provide vitamins, minerals and other plant compounds that have cancer-protective effects. They also provide fiber, which protects against colorectal cancer.  Most plant foods in their natural form are lower in calories than many other foods. Eating mostly plant foods to meet your nutrient needs can satisfy your hunger while making it easier to s…
Bedford 2020’s Meatless Mondays Foster Community Through Sustainable Eating Bedford 2020’s Meatless Mondays Foster Community Through Sustainable Eating
Bedford 2020’s Meatless Mondays Foster Community Through Sustainable Eating BEDFORD, N.Y. -- With over 300 households signed on and a selection of popular local businesses as partners, Bedford 2020’s Meatless Monday program is sweeping Bedford and beyond. The Meatless Monday platform was selected to raise awareness about the connection between food choice and carbon footprint. A plant-based diet has a smaller carbon footprint than a meat intensive one, and cutting out meat for even one day a week can have a great impact on the planet. “I am astonished by the amount of resources a pound of beef sucks up—between the water and feed, it's just an inefficient protein,”…