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What Is My Health

Let's change the way we see health

"Chef" Orky's Kitchen

by Alyssa DelSoldato

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Seed Bark
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Nutrition, Recipes
Seed Bark
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Nutrition, Recipes

Craving salty, crunchy snacks but don’t want chips? A quick grab-and-go breakfast? Seed Bark is the answer!

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Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Nutrition, Recipes
Kechuri and Curry
Intellectual Health, Cooking, Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes
Kechuri and Curry
Intellectual Health, Cooking, Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes

It’s that time of year again— colds, the flu, sinus infections. A chance to finally make this Bengali home remedy.

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Intellectual Health, Cooking, Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes
Play Dough
Cooking, Intellectual Health, Recipes
Play Dough
Cooking, Intellectual Health, Recipes

If you’re a teacher looking for a fun classroom activity, or you have kids at home, this is a quick, easy recipe to try for yourself!

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Cooking, Intellectual Health, Recipes
Dumpling Date Night
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Recipes, Cooking, Nutrition
Dumpling Date Night
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Recipes, Cooking, Nutrition

Looking for some recipes for a date night in? Here are dumplings you can make into many different shapes!

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Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Recipes, Cooking, Nutrition
Foiled: Savory Breakfast Packets
Physical Health, Nutrition, Intellectual Health, Cooking, Recipes
Foiled: Savory Breakfast Packets
Physical Health, Nutrition, Intellectual Health, Cooking, Recipes

If you're a fan of breakfast, this week’s savory recipe is for you.

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Intellectual Health, Cooking, Recipes
Foiled: Shrimp Boil Packets
Physical Health, Recipes, Cooking, Intellectual Health
Foiled: Shrimp Boil Packets
Physical Health, Recipes, Cooking, Intellectual Health

Check out this week’s Shrimp Boil Foil Packet recipe!

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Physical Health, Recipes, Cooking, Intellectual Health
Foiled: Lemon Herb Chicken Packets
Physical Health, Recipes, Intellectual Health, Cooking
Foiled: Lemon Herb Chicken Packets
Physical Health, Recipes, Intellectual Health, Cooking

Check out this week’s Lemon Herb Chicken and Green Beans Foil Packet recipe!

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Physical Health, Recipes, Intellectual Health, Cooking
Foiled: Mushroom-Onion Burger Packets
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Nutrition, Cooking
Foiled: Mushroom-Onion Burger Packets
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Nutrition, Cooking

Did I just stumble onto something that will revolutionize the way I cook? I just might have.

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Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Nutrition, Cooking
Desert Delicacies: Cactus Fries
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Cooking, Travel, Environmental Health
Desert Delicacies: Cactus Fries
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Cooking, Travel, Environmental Health

Experience a little piece of my trip to Arizona through this side dish.

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Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Cooking, Travel, Environmental Health
Community-Supported Agriculture: Volunteering for Veggies
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Nutrition, Cooking
Community-Supported Agriculture: Volunteering for Veggies
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Nutrition, Cooking

If you have an adventurous spirit in the kitchen, a CSA might be a good investment for you, too.

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Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Nutrition, Cooking
Quinoa Salad
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Cooking
Quinoa Salad
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Cooking

Not only is it vegetarian- and vegan-friendly, it makes a nice addition to whatever you’re serving!

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Cooking
Food for Your Fur-Family
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Cooking, Pets
Food for Your Fur-Family
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Cooking, Pets

I decided to bake some fresh home-cooked food treats for my cats— they’re part of the family, too!

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Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Cooking, Pets
ABC Cooking Challenge
Physical Health, Recipes, Intellectual Health, Cooking
ABC Cooking Challenge
Physical Health, Recipes, Intellectual Health, Cooking

Sometimes you get stuck in a rut in the kitchen and need to break out of your routine go-to meals.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Intellectual Health, Cooking
5-Ingredient Bagels
Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition, Intellectual Health, Cooking
5-Ingredient Bagels
Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition, Intellectual Health, Cooking

I have always been a big fan of bagels. But is there a better version out there that’s been hiding?

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Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition, Intellectual Health, Cooking
Bolón: Breakfast Plantains
Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health
Bolón: Breakfast Plantains
Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health

Getting stuck in Ecuador for an extra day gave me the time to try this delicious breakfast treat.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health
Overnight Muesli
Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition
Overnight Muesli
Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition

Mix-and-match different grains, seeds, and nuts to mix it up and add some variety to your breakfast.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition
My Instant Pot Obsession
Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition
My Instant Pot Obsession
Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition

I’ve received a lot of questions about the Instant Pot, so I thought I’d review this amazing appliance.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition
Can You Afford to Eat Healthy? (Part 2)
Physical Health, Recipes, Financial Health
Can You Afford to Eat Healthy? (Part 2)
Physical Health, Recipes, Financial Health

By researching and planning, I managed to get my grocery bill to about $40 for 2 people.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Financial Health
Can You Afford to Eat Healthy? (Part 1)
Physical Health, Recipes, Financial Health
Can You Afford to Eat Healthy? (Part 1)
Physical Health, Recipes, Financial Health

Eating on a budget it is completely doable when you plan your meals and shop around.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Financial Health
Archive
The Root of the Matter: Challenge Complete
Physical Health, Eating Habits, Mental Health, Recipes, Nutrition
The Root of the Matter: Challenge Complete
Physical Health, Eating Habits, Mental Health, Recipes, Nutrition

We discovered quite a few exciting new dishes that we absolutely loved while testing this plant-based eating plan out.

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Physical Health, Eating Habits, Mental Health, Recipes, Nutrition
The Root of the Matter: Halfway There
Physical Health, Eating Habits, Nutrition, Recipes
The Root of the Matter: Halfway There
Physical Health, Eating Habits, Nutrition, Recipes

Recapping changes, recipes, and tips from the first half of Chef Orky’s Plant-Based Eating challenge!

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Physical Health, Eating Habits, Nutrition, Recipes
The Root of the Matter: The Challenge Begins
Physical Health, Nutrition, Eating Habits
The Root of the Matter: The Challenge Begins
Physical Health, Nutrition, Eating Habits

Thanksgiving is over, the meal plans are made. Here are your goals and concerns for this challenge.

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Eating Habits
The Root of the Matter: The Research Phase
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Eating Habits
The Root of the Matter: The Research Phase
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Eating Habits

My plant-based eating challenge begins in two weeks, which means I need to get myself prepared!

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Eating Habits
The Root of the Matter: A Plant-Based Eating Experiment
Physical Health, Nutrition, Eating Habits, Social Health
The Root of the Matter: A Plant-Based Eating Experiment
Physical Health, Nutrition, Eating Habits, Social Health

For 30 days, my brother and I will be observing the effects of a plant-based diet on our overall health.

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Eating Habits, Social Health
The Breakfast Game-Changer
Physical Health, Recipes
The Breakfast Game-Changer
Physical Health, Recipes

If you think a breakfast sandwich maker seems stupid, think again. This is a lazy person’s dream.

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Physical Health, Recipes
Light Family Favorites: Mexican Pull-Apart Pizza
Physical Health
Light Family Favorites: Mexican Pull-Apart Pizza
Physical Health

A low-effort meal for the busiest of nights. You can even have your kids make it for you!

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Physical Health
Staying on Track (When You Feel Like You're Heading for Derailment)
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Eating Habits
Staying on Track (When You Feel Like You're Heading for Derailment)
Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Eating Habits

It’s important to identify what’s holding you back from being the best version of yourself.

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Physical Health, Intellectual Health, Eating Habits
Light Family Favorites: Gumbo
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Social Health
Light Family Favorites: Gumbo
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Social Health

My family's New Orleans feast night is one of my favorites, and maybe the best dinner we have all year.

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Social Health
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Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition
Light Family Favorites: Pasta Pie
Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition

This recipe turns a regular pasta dish into something elegant that’s also easy to serve and portion out.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition
Light Family Favorites
Physical Health, Recipes
Light Family Favorites
Physical Health, Recipes

We all have those favorite meals that we ate growing up.

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Physical Health, Recipes
Physical Health, Recipes, Financial Health
If You Can't Stand the Heat: Seafood
Physical Health, Recipes, Financial Health

Part 2 of this 2-part summer series: 4 easy seafood recipes to help keep your kitchen cool.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Financial Health
If You Can't Stand the Heat: Get Out the Chicken
Physical Health, Recipes
If You Can't Stand the Heat: Get Out the Chicken
Physical Health, Recipes

Part 1 of this 2-part summer series: 4 easy chicken recipes to help keep your kitchen cool.

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Physical Health, Recipes
The Power of Protein
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes
The Power of Protein
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes

Protein isn't just for muscle repair, it can also curb your hunger and help you avoid snacking by keeping you full.

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 7
Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health, Culture
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 7
Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health, Culture

The finale of this 7-part series brings with two homemade versions of two classic Eastern European recipes.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health, Culture
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 6
Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health, Culture
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 6
Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health, Culture

My friend posted a picture of Bitterballen when he was in Amsterdam, and I had to try it.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health, Culture
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 5
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Social Health, Culture
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 5
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Social Health, Culture

When I think of Germany, I immediately think of the food- Schnitzel, sauerkraut, strudel, sausages, and pretzels.

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Social Health, Culture
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 4
Physical Health, Recipes, Culture, Social Health
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 4
Physical Health, Recipes, Culture, Social Health

An Indian twist on a classic English recipe.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Culture, Social Health
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 3
Physical Health, Nutrition, Culture, Recipes, Social Health, Intellectual Health
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 3
Physical Health, Nutrition, Culture, Recipes, Social Health, Intellectual Health

These two Russian recipes make a great pair for a go-to meal!

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Culture, Recipes, Social Health, Intellectual Health
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 2
Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health, Culture
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 2
Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health, Culture

St. Patrick’s Day gave me the perfect opportunity to explore my Irish heritage!

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Physical Health, Recipes, Social Health, Culture
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 1
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Social Health
Discovering My Heritage Through Cooking: Part 1
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Social Health

For the longest time, I’ve wanted to travel to all of the countries of my ancestors. Instead, I'm going to cook my way through them.

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Social Health
Sushi, or Not Sushi: Specialty Rolls You Can Make at Home
Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition, Financial Health
Sushi, or Not Sushi: Specialty Rolls You Can Make at Home
Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition, Financial Health

I discovered that I can actually make sushi on my own at a small fraction of the cost.

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Physical Health, Recipes, Nutrition, Financial Health
3 Ways to Eat Oatmeal (... and then some)
Nutrition, Physical Health, Recipes
3 Ways to Eat Oatmeal (... and then some)
Nutrition, Physical Health, Recipes

Oatmeal is one of the easiest and most affordable grab-and-go breakfast options that anyone can make.

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Nutrition, Physical Health, Recipes
Maintaining Weight by the Crate: A Review of Home Delivery Meal Kits
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Financial Health
Maintaining Weight by the Crate: A Review of Home Delivery Meal Kits
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Financial Health

I take a lot of time to plan my meals for the entire week. With these home delivery meal kits, everything is planned out.

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes, Financial Health
Cottage Mac 'n' Cheese: A Healthier Mac
Nutrition, Physical Health, Recipes
Cottage Mac 'n' Cheese: A Healthier Mac
Nutrition, Physical Health, Recipes

Many people try to cut carbs and dairy, but I cannot live without macaroni and cheese in my life.

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Nutrition, Physical Health, Recipes
It's Never Too Late For Cold Brew
Nutrition, Physical Health, Recipes
It's Never Too Late For Cold Brew
Nutrition, Physical Health, Recipes

How would you feel if I told you that you could easily save about $1,000 or more per year with one small change to your coffee routine?

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Nutrition, Physical Health, Recipes
My Turkey Cooking Adventure: Learning How to Cook a Bird
Physical Health, Recipes
My Turkey Cooking Adventure: Learning How to Cook a Bird
Physical Health, Recipes

All I could think was, Great, I don’t even know how to cook a turkey.

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Physical Health, Recipes
Slawghetti: A Low-Carb "Pasta"
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes
Slawghetti: A Low-Carb "Pasta"
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes

Have you ever been craving pasta, but avoided making it because of all of the carbs? When I first started my weight loss journey, I came come across something even better (and much easier) to make.

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes
Lima Bean Stew (Gigantes Plaki)
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes
Lima Bean Stew (Gigantes Plaki)
Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes

This stew is a very hearty and healthy meal that is perfect for the fall. It can be a great side or can be a main dish.

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Physical Health, Nutrition, Recipes
Baked Dijon Salmon & Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Physical Health, Nutrition
Baked Dijon Salmon & Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Physical Health, Nutrition

I have a passion for cooking, specifically trying strange sounding recipes, different cultural favorites, and lightening up some of my favorite comfort foods. I have learned a lot of strategies to create “healthier” meals over the past few years.

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Physical Health, Nutrition
 
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