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Greek Salad (aka-Shepard’s Salad)

I commonly refer to this salad as Greek Salad because that’s what most people relate it to. However, I am married to a Turk, and in Turkey, this salad is called Shepard’s Salad. Either way you choose to say it, the result is a colorful, flavorful mix of fresh ingredients that will leave you wanting more. For this recipe you will need: 4-5 large tomatoes, seeded and diced (not too small, not too big-large bite sizes work best) 2-3 Cucumbers, peeled and diced 1 red onion, peeled and diced ½ Cup fresh Italian Parsley, chopped 1 1/2 Cups Kalamata Olives … Continue reading →

Health Magazine: World’s 5 Healthiest Foods Part 2

Yesterday we discussed Health Magazine’s top three picks for the World’s Healthiest foods. Read part one here. Today we have numbers three and four. India’s lentils are a particular favorite of mine and I plan to eat a lot more after reading about all their good side effects, including possibly slowing down the aging process. Bring on the lentil soup! All of the healthiest foods are easily worked into a regular diet, with the exception, possibly, of Korea’s kimchi. In my humble opinion, and I am not a picky eater, kimchi is an acquired taste. I used to be married … Continue reading →

Health Magazine: World’s 5 Healthiest Foods Part 1

In the March 2006 issue of Health magazine, they list the five foods in the world they think are the healthiest. It is interesting that the foods are staples of populations with generally above-average health. Coincidence? I think not. Here is a brief summary of Health Magazine’s top picks, first through third. Tomorrow we’ll discuss their fourth and fifth picks. 1. Spain: Olive Oil Olive oil is a staple in every typical Spanish home. Although most associate olive oil with Italy, almost half of the world’s production is in Spain. (Learn more about olive oil here). Olive oil protects against … Continue reading →