Nutrition Diva Please don't eat the mistletoe! (Reissue)
Dec 23, 2024
Turn holiday craft supplies into tasty, healthy snacks! Discover the surprising nutritional value of festive decor while celebrating winter cheer. Learn about nutritious snacking with homemade popcorn and fresh cranberries. The episode also dives into unique recipes like cranberry avocado salsa and curried cauliflower. Plus, find out about mistletoe extract as a potential alternative therapy, blending holiday spirit with wellness!
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Homemade Popcorn
- Make your own popcorn; it's healthier and cheaper than pre-packaged.
- Skip pre-packaged microwave popcorn due to harmful chemicals and excess salt.
Popcorn Kernel Colors
- Choose yellow popcorn kernels over white for higher antioxidants.
- Blue or purple popcorn offer the highest polyphenol content.
Cranberry Benefits
- Cranberries are a seasonal fruit packed with antioxidants, similar to blueberries.
- They are rich in anthocyanins, pigments known for health benefits.