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    Thyme

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    Thyme
    Thyme“If I can turn back ’thyme’, I’d do it all for you”  sorry I had to.  Every time I use thyme, this song pops into my head.  And here is a stretch… thyme with its health benefits can feel like its turning back time on your body.  (you be the judge if that is true) 
     

    Key Benefits

     
    Eyesight – Thyme is dense with Vitamin A, which promotes healthy mucus membranes, which promotes stronger eyes.  
     
    Acne and Skin Health – With the amount of time I spend in workout clothes and the stress i’ve been acquiring lately I have some acne.  But as I introduce thyme into more of my diet i’ve notice the acne and my skin looking better.  Thyme has antibacterial properties in that will help reduce acne and promote better skin.  Now the acne on my back could be going away too from cutting out alcohol from my diet and I’ve been sleeping better, so perhaps attacking the acne on a bacterial and living fronts are helping it go away! Thyme
     
    Hair – While I have the candid ability to grow some great locks, and I do have plenty of hair on my dome.  Thyme does help promote hair growth.  While thyme oil is known for helping to eliminate dandruff (from the antibacterial properties), and delivery the nutrients to your scalp to promote hair growth, I feel that consuming thyme can help as well but might not be as effective.
     
    Antibacterial Properties – As i’ve alluded to in other key benefits the antibacterial properties in thyme help your body in many other ways too, such as with muscle cramps, respiratory orders, colds, and even possibly help your cough cease. 
     
    Antioxidants – Thyme is one of the highest concentrations of antioxidants found in any herb.  As you are aware antioxidants help promote a healthier immune system.  
     
    Anti-Fungal Properties – One of the more active ingredients found in thyme is thymol.  Thymol has many health benefits but two key ones are the ability to prevent fungus infections and help treat viral infections.   However, this is better absorbed through the oil than the spice.  
     
    Others – Thyme has also been known to help relieve the body from stress.  Vitamin B6 is found  help your hormones boost positivity when stressful thoughts present themselves. Also thyme contains iron, vitamin k, and calcium which can help keep your bones strong. 
     

    Conclusion 

     
    What are your thoughts on thyme?  Do you have any great recipes that use thyme, if so please share.  Have any questions for me?  Please send me a message or start a discussion below.  Someone like you is think the same thing, however they are waiting on YOU to start the discussion.

    Parsley

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    Parsley
    Fresh Parsley BundleWhen you think of parsley what is the first thing that come to mind?  My guess is you are thinking it looks nice on your dinner plate right next to that big piece of meat you are about to consume. And while parsley is a fantastic looking garnish for you dinner plate, parsley is a powerful herb with great health benefits.  (and there is probably a reason your plate is being garnished with parsley too).
     

    Key Benefits 

     
    Nutrient Rich – Did you know the parsley contains a ton of vitamins like A, B, C & K, along with minerals potassium and iron?
     
    Natural Diuretic – Parsley can help you shed the few extra water pounds.  It helps eliminate excess water weight to help reduce bloating.  
     
    Help with Bad Breath – Parsley contains antibacterial properties that help inhibit the development of bacteria contain in your mouth that gives you bad breath.  And perhaps is why its used as a garnish on your dinner plate.  Furthermore it can help with your body order.  
     
    Anti-Cancer Properties – Parsley contains a flavonoid called myricetin.  And not to get to technically or science here.  But the higher the myricetin the more aggressive it becomes in fighting skin cancer.   Parsley is also high in chlorophyll (why it is so green).  Finally parsley contains apigenin.  Apigenin has been link to reducing the size of tumors in breast cancer from a study known by the University of Missouri.  
     
    Booster Shot for the Immune System – as I mentioned earlier parsley is high in Vitamin C and K.  We all known from every orange juice commercial ever created that Vitamin C is good for the immune system.  While Vitamin K help promote good bone health.  Parsley being jam packed with vitamins and minerals, by incorporating it into your diet you are going to be sick less often. 
     
    Gut Health – While parsley is high on apigenin and myristicin flavonoids, these boost the enzymes in your liver that help flush the junk out.  
     
    Anti-Inflammation – By containing the oil eugenol, studies have shown eugenol to have strong properties in fighting inflammation.  Eugenol has also been link to having anti-arthritic properties so it can suppress the swelling in the joints.  
     

    Conclusion 

     
    After reading about all those key benefits on parsley, parsley has to be a super herb in your mind now.   Parsley is an easy addition to add to your meals and to cook with.  It has a very mild taste (and helps with your bad breath) so it can be easy to incorporate into your meal on a daily basis.  
     
    What are your thoughts on parsley?  Do you have any great recipes that use parsley, if so please share.  Have any questions for me?  Please send me a message or start a discussion below.  Someone like you is think the same thing, however they are waiting on YOU to start the discussion.  
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    Roasted Potatoes

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    Roasted Potatoes

    This has quickly become one of my favorite carbs to eat.  I’ve been eating rice for maybe two years now religiously and to be honest I was getting burned out.  So I started fishing around so some clean roasted potatoes recipes.

    Below is what I came up with as something clean that fits my macros.  I don’t worry about the starch (starch raises your glycemic index level) as I workout everyday and I can get the roasted potatoes to fit my macros.  

    Recipe 

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    Servings  ~5 (145 grams serving size)
    Macros: 140 kCal, 1/8g Fat, 32 Carbs, 4 Protein    
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time 25-30 minutes (depending on oven)

    Ingredients 

    • 3 large potatoes
    • 1/8 cup Olive Oil
    • 1 tablespoon Mince Garlic
    • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Basil
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
    • 1/2 teaspoon of thyme
    • 1/2 teaspoon of oregano 
    • 1/2 teaspoon of dried parsley 
    • 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
    • 1/2 teaspoon of salt (optional)

    Potatoes Spices

    Prep

    Cooked Potatoes Cubed WashWash the exterior of the 3 large potatoes, to remove dirt and sprouts (might have to pick them off), and cut the 3 large potatoes into cubes.  Soak in water for a minimum of a few hours (I do it overnight)  drain water before proceeding to marinate 

    Marinate

    Potatoes SeasonedPlace the 3 large potatoes in a container to marinate, add the seasoning (1/8 cup Olive Oil, 1 tablespoon Mince Garlic, 1/2 teaspoon Dried Basil, 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram, 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed, 1/2 teaspoon of thyme, 1/2 teaspoon of oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of dried parsley, 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt (optional).  Shake container to help distribute seasoning evenly throughout the cubes.  Place in refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.  

    Cooking

    Preheat oven to 480 degrees.  Place marinated potatoes on a stick free surface (I use avocado oil spray on tinfoil) make sure the 3 large potatoes are evenly spread and not on top of each over throughout the cooking tray.  Cook for 25-30 minutes.  Cooked Potatoes

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