Healthy Choices
Continued from our Retreat & Renew Daily Tip.
Melissa Wiliams, Freelance Writer | Co-Owner, Yoga Junction
Did you know that with a few simple substitutions and additions you can take a relatively low-in-nutrition meal and make it a knock-out in the nutrition category?
Well, we’ve got a few ‘swappertunities’ for you (you know how we love our healthy swaps!) that we know you will find easily adaptable, readily available, and delicious.
1. Instead of pasta, try farro. Farro is an ancient wheat grain that is rich in fiber and adds a nutty flavor to otherwise bland noodles. We like Smitten Kitchen’s One Pan Farro with Tomatoes ().
2. Try baked ham instead of bacon. Bacon is about as gluttonous as it gets. I have no idea how die-hard Paleo fans love it so much. But regardless, if you’re wanting a smoky flavor try baked ham. (Take deli ham slices and bake at 275 degrees for 25 minutes.) It will be crispy and the perfect substitute for your beloved bacon.
3. Try soaked nuts instead of cream. Taking a nod from the Blender Girl you can replicate the creaminess of cream without any dairy. Soak ½ cup raw unsalted cashews overnight and then add to any smoothie. The texture will be a cross between ice cream and nutty pie.
4. Try chia seeds to thicken. Chia naturally thickens when added to liquid, making it a perfect addition to a runny smoothie or to a pot of cooked fruit (creating an easy at-home jam!). Again, we love the Blender Girl’s recipe for all-but-instant raw
raspberry jam.
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