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Simple Kimchi Fried Rice

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Looks very appetizing right? Kimchi fried rice. No fancy ingredients there. Just a mixture of leftovers from our first Samgyupsal experience at home.

This is so easy to prepare.

Saute garlic and onion in a little amount of oil. Add leftover kimchi. Saute for a few minutes before adding pre-cooked rice. Slowly add in other ingredients: Odeng or fish cake, grilled woosamgyupsal. Mixed well. Let it cook for 10 minutes. Top with spring onion before turning off the heat. So easy right?

I was able to save our regular budget for breakfast because of this meal made from leftover ingredients. And it’s like we’ve extended our samgyupsal experience as well. Nutritious pa because its complete with veggies, meat and carbohydrates.

Happy cooking, ’til next recipe!

Phenomenal Malunggay to boost the immune system

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Health officials are promoting the lowly Malunggay leaves as among the various vegetables (and fruits) to help boost the immune system (especially in time of the current health crisis).

The World Health Organization considers it as a low-cost health enhancer as it can be planted anywhere. Malunggay, scientifically known as Moringa oleifera, is dubbed as a miracle vegetable and nature’s medicine cabinet.

malunggay leaves

Malunggay is rich in Vitamins A, C, E, protein, iron, calcium, phosphorus, phytochemicals, and fiber which makes it a perfect aid in boosting one’s immune system.

Earlier, Health Secretary Francisco Duque recommended to public to add malunggay in their diet to have a stronger immune system.

“Drink fruit juices rich in Vitamin C. Put malunggay in your soup,” he said in an interview. Source: gmanetwork.com

Here’s some helpful information about the lowly yet phenomenal Malunggay:

  1. Malunggay leaves helps strengthens the immune system.
  2. Malunggay can help restores skin condition like acne treatment, controls blood pressure, relieves headaches and migraines.
  3. Malunggay tea can help strengthen the eye muscles.
  4. Malunggay tea can help heal inflammation of the joints and tendons.
  5. Malunggay tea can prevent intestinal worms.
  6. Malunggay can help increase semen count.
  7. Malunggay help normalize blood sugar level therefore preventing diabetes.
  8. Malunggay has anti-cancer compounds (phytochemicals) that help stop the growth of cancer cells.
  9. Malunggay helps relax and promotes good night sleep.
  10. Malunggay tea is used to treat fever and asthma.
  11. Malunggay help heals ulcers.
  12. Malunggay is high in calcium (four times the calcium in milk), therefore lactating mothers are advised to consume malunggay leaves to produce more milk for their babies. The young malunggay leaves are also boiled and taken as tea.
  13. Malunggay contains three times the potassium in bananas.
  14. Malunggay contain four times the vitamin A in carrots.
  15. An ounce of malunggay has the same Vitamin C content as seven oranges.
  16. Malunggay leaves contain two times the protein in milk.
  17. Malunggay seed is used to clean dirty or polluted water.

Source: http://www.yamikitchen.com/phenomenal-malunggay-leaves/

You can check my recipes with Malunggay ingredients from the links below:

Sinuam na mais at hipon
Squash and Shrimp Fritter
My Simple Misua Soup
Squash Soup with Moringa Leaves
Fried Veggie Balls
Malunggay Tempura

Mom Hack – Ordering Healthy Take-Out

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You live a busy life as a mom. If you aren’t heading to work or taking the kids to and from school, you’re cooking meals, helping with homework, chaperoning field trips, or doing laundry. You deserve a break, too. If you find yourself wondering “is there a Philly cheeseteak pizza near me,” you aren’t alone. Plenty of moms find themselves wanting to order takeout instead of cooking dinner after a long day. Luckily, there are ways to order healthy takeout for your entire family.

Super Papa John’s Pizza

Try Good, Old-Fashioned Pizza

Pizza has a bad rap as an unhealthy dinner item, but it’s really all in how you order it. Are you trying to cut back on the grains you and your family eat? Simply look for “gluten free pizza delivery near me.” Of course, it’s about more than the crust. When ordering pizza for your family, be sure to order lots of vegetables. Remember, meat toppings are delicious but should be used in moderation, because they are full of extra sodium and fat. If you can, order a thin crust as well, as it means fewer calories for everyone. Finally, start dinner with a homemade salad to help everyone fill up without eating too much pizza.

Consider Mexican Entrees

Mexican entrees are an excellent way to get meat and vegetables in, as long as you don’t mind making a few substitutions to keep the meal healthy for you and the kids. Start with the beans. If your kids will eat them at all, avoid the refried ones, which often have extra fat added in the form of lard. Instead, use fresh black beans and wrap them and your other ingredients in a soft tortilla. You can even find gluten-free or low-carb versions these days. Salsa is an excellent, healthy way to add flavor, and shrimp or chicken is healthier than beef and pork options. Finally, try to avoid rice, but limit yourself to a portion about the size of your fist if you find you and the family just can’t skip it.

Special Order Diner Food

These days, it’s easier than ever to order diner food without even leaving your home. Of course, diner food is also some of the least healthy if you don’t know how to order properly. The first rule is to avoid the French fries, which can have nearly 1,000 calories per serving. Ask for steamed vegetables or even a baked potato instead. When eating breakfast items, stick to egg-white omelets or unsweetened oatmeal that you can sweeten yourself. Other healthy options include turkey or veggie burgers, large salads, or Greek dishes that use yogurts instead of fat-filled mayonnaise.

Nothing will be quite as healthy as if you were to cook it yourself, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find healthy items to order if you take your time and do your research first. You can’t beat the convenience, either. Many websites even allow you to track your orders now. All you need to do is click on “track my pizza“ to see exactly when it is going to show up at your door.