Forks Over Knives

Forks Over Knives.

I picked up the summer issue of the magazine Forks Over Knives yesterday while getting in my walking at Sam's. The brutal heat has forced me to look for alternative venues for daily activity. 

I had picked up my first issue at Sprouts several months ago, so if you are interested in picking up your own copy you might find it there as well. 

If you are interested in some healthy eating guidelines you can find them in the section marked Healthy Eating Made Easy. It even includes a shopping cheat sheet to take with you to the grocery store. I know sometimes for me the hardest part about getting started is not knowing where to begin. 

Another section called Gear Up is all about the tools required to make healthy eating possible. Everything from a lemon squeezer, which I need, to an Instant Pot is included. I learned long ago that the secret to good cooking is having the right equipment.

Of course, a plethora of recipes are included, including many that can be made in thirty minutes or less. Simple ideas for lunch help to cut back on eating out so often. It's hard to stay on track when you have little control over how food is prepared. 

Using fresh and local produce is also included as the summer is the perfect opportunity to bump up your intake of fruits and vegetables. Trying new ways of preparing food, like roasting corn on the grill, can add to the enjoyment of summertime eating. 

If you've been wanting you add more whole grains to your diet, then you will be pleased at the number of recipes made available to you. It even includes a list of grains, and a cooking guide for each. My summer challenge is to try a few I've never cooked with before. 

There is an entire section on different kinds of sauces you might enjoy experimenting with.  The Spicy Ranch Dressing was actually submitted by a Facebook friend of mine who is a follower of plant-based eating. 

And not to be forgotten, you will also be treated to a variety of cool desserts just perfect for summer.  The magazine itself is of high quality, and there are pictures accompanying all of the recipes. Whether you actually make something or not just thumbing through the pages is a feast for your eyes. 

One more tip, if you purchase your copy at Sam's you will get it at a discounted rate. All in all it's a win-win for health.