cherries Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Sun, 07 Jun 2020 09:14:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 How to Pit Cherries Without a Cherry Pitter https://thedancingcucumber.com/how-to-pit-cherries-without-a-cherry-pitter/ Tue, 09 Jun 2020 06:14:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=4094 Some recipes call for fresh cherries and removing the pits is annoying, especially when you don’t have a cherry pitter. But for some amazing desserts like cherry pie, it’s worth it. Pitting cherries doesn’t have to be a long process and here’s how to pit them with and without a pitter. With a Cherry Pitter […]

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Some recipes call for fresh cherries and removing the pits is annoying, especially when you don’t have a cherry pitter. But for some amazing desserts like cherry pie, it’s worth it. Pitting cherries doesn’t have to be a long process and here’s how to pit them with and without a pitter.

With a Cherry Pitter

Cherry pitters grip cherries and poke the pit through easily, without getting cherry juice everywhere. If you eat a lot of cherries, they’re a great investment as they cost under $15.

Without a Cherry Pitter

With some kitchen supplies, you can make a makeshift cherry pitter. You’ll need chopsticks, a wooden skewer, or a straw. If you’re using chopsticks or wooden skewers poke it through the cherries to remove the pit. If you have reusable metal or hard plastic straws, push them through the bottom of the cherry through the top.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CAgF8GCHAsH/

If you don’t feel like trying these hacks, you can always use frozen cherries or canned ones. But, fresh cherries are really best for baking.

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Cherry Gazpacho Is The Most Unique Soup You’ve Ever Tried https://thedancingcucumber.com/cherry-gazpacho-is-the-most-unique-soup-youve-ever-tried/ Thu, 12 Sep 2019 09:59:52 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=2614 Cherry gazpacho is a unique Spanish dish you simply have to try. Ingredients 1 garlic clove 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 1/2 lb ripe tomatoes 8 oz cherries, pitted extra pitted and halved cherries for garnish fine sea salt 1/2 cup coarsely chopped white onion diced fresh cheese 3 thick slices country-style white bread […]

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Cherry gazpacho is a unique Spanish dish you simply have to try.

Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 1/2 lb ripe tomatoes
  • 8 oz cherries, pitted
  • extra pitted and halved cherries for garnish
  • fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped white onion
  • diced fresh cheese
  • 3 thick slices country-style white bread without crusts and cut into pieces
  • 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup sherry vinegar
  • torn fresh basil leaves

Instructions

Get a large saucepan and fill three-fourths of it with water. While you’re waiting for the water to boil, cut crosses on the blossom parts of each tomato and take out their cores. Once the water is boiling, add in the tomatoes and cook them or 30 seconds.

After that, take them out and place them in ice-cold water. Take them out, peel them and cut them.

Blend the tomatoes together with the bell pepper, salt, 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic, onion, and bread. Stop blending when you get a smooth mixture.

Next, include 1/4 cup oilve oil, cherries, and vinegar. You can add more water if you need, to reach the consistency of thin soup.

Let it cool down for at least 1 hour then serve it with halved cherries, cheese, and basil leaves.

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5 Foods That Are High In Pesticides https://thedancingcucumber.com/5-foods-that-are-high-in-pesticides/ Sat, 17 Nov 2018 16:16:10 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=1418 Vegetables and fruit are the most essential part of a healthy diet. But do we always know what we get when we do grocery shopping? The biggest problem with these types of products is that they can be high in pesticides. That means a lot of harmful chemicals have been used in the process of […]

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Vegetables and fruit are the most essential part of a healthy diet. But do we always know what we get when we do grocery shopping? The biggest problem with these types of products is that they can be high in pesticides. That means a lot of harmful chemicals have been used in the process of growth. Find out more about the top five foods that are often treated with pesticides.

Strawberries

Strawberries might be your favorite fruit, but they sure are high in pesticides. According to EWG, one-third of all the strawberries they examined showed traces of ten different pesticides. This is a scary number, so make sure you got the right strawberries when shopping.

Potatoes

Who would’ve thought that potatoes are so high in pesticides? Research shows that potatoes contain more pesticides than any other crop.

Nectarines

Just like strawberries, nectarines are delicious. But, unfortunately, they can be loaded with pesticides. The only difference is that when tested they showed a significantly lower number of different types of pesticides. While strawberries go up to ten, nectarines show two.

Kale

Kale also contains a worrying number of 10 pesticides when examined. This is one of the only green vegetable that is not as healthy as we think. Celery, lettuce and collard are also treated with many chemicals that are not good for consumers.

Cherries

Cherries are often treated with pesticides, and with a large number of them. During research, scientists usually find around five different types.

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5 Surprising Foods That Make You Sleepy https://thedancingcucumber.com/5-surprising-foods-that-make-you-sleepy/ Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:09:41 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=1082 A lot of foods that you consume every day have an effect on your body that you can’t even anticipate. Some give you a boost of energy, while others slow you down. Check out which are the foods that make you sleepy below. Pumpkin Seeds Pumpkin seeds have that calming and relaxing effect because of […]

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A lot of foods that you consume every day have an effect on your body that you can’t even anticipate. Some give you a boost of energy, while others slow you down. Check out which are the foods that make you sleepy below.

Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds have that calming and relaxing effect because of their high content of minerals. Zinc and magnesium help you calm down and have a nice nap.

Lettuce

Lettuce will not only make you sleepy, but it also has a proven calming effect. These leafy greens have very similar calming characteristics such as opioids. Research shows that lactucin, which is a part of lettuce, leads to this effect.

Bananas

Your favorite fruit is also making you sleepy. The combination of magnesium, potassium, and sugar will have you feeling tired and want to take a long nap.

Pasta

Pasta is one of the foods that make you sleepy. It is loaded on carbohydrates, which increase the blood sugar and affects the insulin levels. All of this leads to a strong feeling of tiredness. Pasta is joined by other foods that are also rich in sugar and flour such as pastries.

Cherries

Cherries are also somewhere on top of the list of foods that make you sleepy. They are highly saturated with melatonin, the hormone that aids with quality sleep. Next time you want to stay awake, avoid eating cherries.

View this post on Instagram

Before I tell you why I am loving cherries as my snack, a side note first. . I am someone that needs to switch up my foods often because I get bored of eating the same thing every day. Fun fact: switching up your fruits and veggies actually work in our favor! When you include variety when choosing your foods, you are also switching up your nutrients. You can think of it as a nutrient rotation. . Usually I try to go for whatever is in season. This is because they are for the most part cheaper, taste that much better, and are actually more nutrient dense. Lately I have been enjoying cherries! They are absolutely delicious and sweet. Which for me, works great as a snack and when I am craving that something sweet. And the fact that cherries have that beautiful rich color, makes them loaded with nutrients. Just to name a few, cherries are rich in the following: -antioxidants -anti-inflammatory compounds -fiber -vitamin C -vitamin A . I also love cherries because there's a certain level of mindful eating required. You can't just eat them like raspberries or blueberries. You have to remove the stem and then there's the cherry pit that you have to spit out too. These foods, the ones that aren't so easy to eat, are great because they remove us a bit from the auto-pilot. They also help make sure that we don't overeat and give us more time to assess our hunger and feeling full cues. Which makes for the ideal option for when we are having a stressful moment. #thenutrinut #nutrinut #nutrinutmantras #nutritioncoach #mindfulness #bingeeatinghelp #nutritionislife #cherries #cherrybenefits #emotionaleating #intuitiveeating #eatwell #eattonourish

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Top Five Fruits That Contain Most Sugar https://thedancingcucumber.com/top-five-fruits-that-contain-most-sugar/ Sun, 08 Jul 2018 08:22:36 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=628 Some of your favorite fruits are also the ones that contain a lot of sugar. So instead of completely avoiding them once you read the list, try simply reducing the intake. Check out the fruits with most sugar to get to know more about these delicious treats. Figs Figs and grapes are on top of […]

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Some of your favorite fruits are also the ones that contain a lot of sugar. So instead of completely avoiding them once you read the list, try simply reducing the intake. Check out the fruits with most sugar to get to know more about these delicious treats.

Figs

Figs and grapes are on top of the fruits with most sugar list. That is the main reason why these tasty treats are so sweet. But it doesn’t mean that you should completely forget about figs. It only points out that you should limit how much you have.

View this post on Instagram

Figs are a highly prized and nourishing fruit that have been used to treat nearly every known disease since ancient times. They can provide phenomenal amounts of energy and vitality to the body as well as aid in the repair and restoration of the digestive, cardiovascular, lymphatic, reproductive, muscular, immune, and skeletal system. ___ Figs are one of the most alkaline fruits available and are rich in minerals such as calcium, iron, copper, potassium, selenium, and zinc. In fact, figs are one the highest sources of readily assimilable calcium in the plant world which makes them a great choice to help prevent osteoporosis and their potassium content can help to prevent hypertension as well. ___ Figs have the ability to bind to acids in the body that accumulate as fat globules and flush them from the body making them a good addition to any weight loss program. They also work as an excellent laxative and their high mucin content help to eliminate toxic wastes and mucus from the colon. Similarly, they also also very beneficial for people who suffer from asthma as they can help to drain phlegm from the body. ___ Figs have the ability to kill off bad bacteria while promoting the buildup of good bacteria such as acidophilus in the bowel. Figs contain chlorogenic acid which can help lower blood sugar levels and control blood glucose levels in Type 2 Diabetes. There are hundreds varieties of figs, but some of the more common ones found in supermarkets include Black Mission, Kadota, Brown Turkey, and Calimyrna. ___ Fresh figs are a decadent treat when in season, but when fresh figs are not available, try soaking some dried figs in water for a few hours and blend into a sweet and creamy fig pudding or add to a smoothie for a flavor and nutritional boost. Snack on fresh or dried figs for a powerhouse of nutrition and energy that can help your body function optimally all day long.

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Grapes

Just like figs, the grape is loaded on sugar. It is definitely something we all love to enjoy in it, especially at the end of the summer. Another amazing product from grapes is wine, so there is no chance in hell you should forget about this fruit.

Cherries

Cherries might be your favorite ones, but these fruits are packed with sugar. Only one cup of cherries has 18 grams of sugar. That sure does sound like quite a lot, but summer wouldn’t be the same without them.

Pears

Pears are another one of those sweet fruits that you simply can’t get enough. If you are trying to cut back on sugar, you might want to forget about pears.

Bananas

Bananas are extremely high in calories and also among the fruits with most sugar. But sugar is not the only thing they contain. Bananas are also packed in vitamins and minerals that make your life better.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BkyASbEAj6D/

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ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> cherries Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Sun, 07 Jun 2020 09:14:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 How to Pit Cherries Without a Cherry Pitter https://thedancingcucumber.com/how-to-pit-cherries-without-a-cherry-pitter/ Tue, 09 Jun 2020 06:14:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=4094 Some recipes call for fresh cherries and removing the pits is annoying, especially when you don’t have a cherry pitter. But for some amazing desserts like cherry pie, it’s worth it. Pitting cherries doesn’t have to be a long process and here’s how to pit them with and without a pitter. With a Cherry Pitter […]

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Some recipes call for fresh cherries and removing the pits is annoying, especially when you don’t have a cherry pitter. But for some amazing desserts like cherry pie, it’s worth it. Pitting cherries doesn’t have to be a long process and here’s how to pit them with and without a pitter.

With a Cherry Pitter

Cherry pitters grip cherries and poke the pit through easily, without getting cherry juice everywhere. If you eat a lot of cherries, they’re a great investment as they cost under $15.

Without a Cherry Pitter

With some kitchen supplies, you can make a makeshift cherry pitter. You’ll need chopsticks, a wooden skewer, or a straw. If you’re using chopsticks or wooden skewers poke it through the cherries to remove the pit. If you have reusable metal or hard plastic straws, push them through the bottom of the cherry through the top.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CAgF8GCHAsH/

If you don’t feel like trying these hacks, you can always use frozen cherries or canned ones. But, fresh cherries are really best for baking.

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Cherry Gazpacho Is The Most Unique Soup You’ve Ever Tried https://thedancingcucumber.com/cherry-gazpacho-is-the-most-unique-soup-youve-ever-tried/ Thu, 12 Sep 2019 09:59:52 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=2614 Cherry gazpacho is a unique Spanish dish you simply have to try. Ingredients 1 garlic clove 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 1/2 lb ripe tomatoes 8 oz cherries, pitted extra pitted and halved cherries for garnish fine sea salt 1/2 cup coarsely chopped white onion diced fresh cheese 3 thick slices country-style white bread […]

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Cherry gazpacho is a unique Spanish dish you simply have to try.

Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 1/2 lb ripe tomatoes
  • 8 oz cherries, pitted
  • extra pitted and halved cherries for garnish
  • fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped white onion
  • diced fresh cheese
  • 3 thick slices country-style white bread without crusts and cut into pieces
  • 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup sherry vinegar
  • torn fresh basil leaves

Instructions

Get a large saucepan and fill three-fourths of it with water. While you’re waiting for the water to boil, cut crosses on the blossom parts of each tomato and take out their cores. Once the water is boiling, add in the tomatoes and cook them or 30 seconds.

After that, take them out and place them in ice-cold water. Take them out, peel them and cut them.

Blend the tomatoes together with the bell pepper, salt, 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic, onion, and bread. Stop blending when you get a smooth mixture.

Next, include 1/4 cup oilve oil, cherries, and vinegar. You can add more water if you need, to reach the consistency of thin soup.

Let it cool down for at least 1 hour then serve it with halved cherries, cheese, and basil leaves.

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5 Foods That Are High In Pesticides https://thedancingcucumber.com/5-foods-that-are-high-in-pesticides/ Sat, 17 Nov 2018 16:16:10 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=1418 Vegetables and fruit are the most essential part of a healthy diet. But do we always know what we get when we do grocery shopping? The biggest problem with these types of products is that they can be high in pesticides. That means a lot of harmful chemicals have been used in the process of […]

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Vegetables and fruit are the most essential part of a healthy diet. But do we always know what we get when we do grocery shopping? The biggest problem with these types of products is that they can be high in pesticides. That means a lot of harmful chemicals have been used in the process of growth. Find out more about the top five foods that are often treated with pesticides.

Strawberries

Strawberries might be your favorite fruit, but they sure are high in pesticides. According to EWG, one-third of all the strawberries they examined showed traces of ten different pesticides. This is a scary number, so make sure you got the right strawberries when shopping.

Potatoes

Who would’ve thought that potatoes are so high in pesticides? Research shows that potatoes contain more pesticides than any other crop.

Nectarines

Just like strawberries, nectarines are delicious. But, unfortunately, they can be loaded with pesticides. The only difference is that when tested they showed a significantly lower number of different types of pesticides. While strawberries go up to ten, nectarines show two.

Kale

Kale also contains a worrying number of 10 pesticides when examined. This is one of the only green vegetable that is not as healthy as we think. Celery, lettuce and collard are also treated with many chemicals that are not good for consumers.

Cherries

Cherries are often treated with pesticides, and with a large number of them. During research, scientists usually find around five different types.

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5 Surprising Foods That Make You Sleepy https://thedancingcucumber.com/5-surprising-foods-that-make-you-sleepy/ Thu, 13 Sep 2018 21:09:41 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=1082 A lot of foods that you consume every day have an effect on your body that you can’t even anticipate. Some give you a boost of energy, while others slow you down. Check out which are the foods that make you sleepy below. Pumpkin Seeds Pumpkin seeds have that calming and relaxing effect because of […]

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A lot of foods that you consume every day have an effect on your body that you can’t even anticipate. Some give you a boost of energy, while others slow you down. Check out which are the foods that make you sleepy below.

Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds have that calming and relaxing effect because of their high content of minerals. Zinc and magnesium help you calm down and have a nice nap.

Lettuce

Lettuce will not only make you sleepy, but it also has a proven calming effect. These leafy greens have very similar calming characteristics such as opioids. Research shows that lactucin, which is a part of lettuce, leads to this effect.

Bananas

Your favorite fruit is also making you sleepy. The combination of magnesium, potassium, and sugar will have you feeling tired and want to take a long nap.

Pasta

Pasta is one of the foods that make you sleepy. It is loaded on carbohydrates, which increase the blood sugar and affects the insulin levels. All of this leads to a strong feeling of tiredness. Pasta is joined by other foods that are also rich in sugar and flour such as pastries.

Cherries

Cherries are also somewhere on top of the list of foods that make you sleepy. They are highly saturated with melatonin, the hormone that aids with quality sleep. Next time you want to stay awake, avoid eating cherries.

View this post on Instagram

Before I tell you why I am loving cherries as my snack, a side note first. . I am someone that needs to switch up my foods often because I get bored of eating the same thing every day. Fun fact: switching up your fruits and veggies actually work in our favor! When you include variety when choosing your foods, you are also switching up your nutrients. You can think of it as a nutrient rotation. . Usually I try to go for whatever is in season. This is because they are for the most part cheaper, taste that much better, and are actually more nutrient dense. Lately I have been enjoying cherries! They are absolutely delicious and sweet. Which for me, works great as a snack and when I am craving that something sweet. And the fact that cherries have that beautiful rich color, makes them loaded with nutrients. Just to name a few, cherries are rich in the following: -antioxidants -anti-inflammatory compounds -fiber -vitamin C -vitamin A . I also love cherries because there's a certain level of mindful eating required. You can't just eat them like raspberries or blueberries. You have to remove the stem and then there's the cherry pit that you have to spit out too. These foods, the ones that aren't so easy to eat, are great because they remove us a bit from the auto-pilot. They also help make sure that we don't overeat and give us more time to assess our hunger and feeling full cues. Which makes for the ideal option for when we are having a stressful moment. #thenutrinut #nutrinut #nutrinutmantras #nutritioncoach #mindfulness #bingeeatinghelp #nutritionislife #cherries #cherrybenefits #emotionaleating #intuitiveeating #eatwell #eattonourish

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Top Five Fruits That Contain Most Sugar https://thedancingcucumber.com/top-five-fruits-that-contain-most-sugar/ Sun, 08 Jul 2018 08:22:36 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=628 Some of your favorite fruits are also the ones that contain a lot of sugar. So instead of completely avoiding them once you read the list, try simply reducing the intake. Check out the fruits with most sugar to get to know more about these delicious treats. Figs Figs and grapes are on top of […]

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Some of your favorite fruits are also the ones that contain a lot of sugar. So instead of completely avoiding them once you read the list, try simply reducing the intake. Check out the fruits with most sugar to get to know more about these delicious treats.

Figs

Figs and grapes are on top of the fruits with most sugar list. That is the main reason why these tasty treats are so sweet. But it doesn’t mean that you should completely forget about figs. It only points out that you should limit how much you have.

View this post on Instagram

Figs are a highly prized and nourishing fruit that have been used to treat nearly every known disease since ancient times. They can provide phenomenal amounts of energy and vitality to the body as well as aid in the repair and restoration of the digestive, cardiovascular, lymphatic, reproductive, muscular, immune, and skeletal system. ___ Figs are one of the most alkaline fruits available and are rich in minerals such as calcium, iron, copper, potassium, selenium, and zinc. In fact, figs are one the highest sources of readily assimilable calcium in the plant world which makes them a great choice to help prevent osteoporosis and their potassium content can help to prevent hypertension as well. ___ Figs have the ability to bind to acids in the body that accumulate as fat globules and flush them from the body making them a good addition to any weight loss program. They also work as an excellent laxative and their high mucin content help to eliminate toxic wastes and mucus from the colon. Similarly, they also also very beneficial for people who suffer from asthma as they can help to drain phlegm from the body. ___ Figs have the ability to kill off bad bacteria while promoting the buildup of good bacteria such as acidophilus in the bowel. Figs contain chlorogenic acid which can help lower blood sugar levels and control blood glucose levels in Type 2 Diabetes. There are hundreds varieties of figs, but some of the more common ones found in supermarkets include Black Mission, Kadota, Brown Turkey, and Calimyrna. ___ Fresh figs are a decadent treat when in season, but when fresh figs are not available, try soaking some dried figs in water for a few hours and blend into a sweet and creamy fig pudding or add to a smoothie for a flavor and nutritional boost. Snack on fresh or dried figs for a powerhouse of nutrition and energy that can help your body function optimally all day long.

A post shared by Medical Medium® (@medicalmedium) on

Grapes

Just like figs, the grape is loaded on sugar. It is definitely something we all love to enjoy in it, especially at the end of the summer. Another amazing product from grapes is wine, so there is no chance in hell you should forget about this fruit.

Cherries

Cherries might be your favorite ones, but these fruits are packed with sugar. Only one cup of cherries has 18 grams of sugar. That sure does sound like quite a lot, but summer wouldn’t be the same without them.

Pears

Pears are another one of those sweet fruits that you simply can’t get enough. If you are trying to cut back on sugar, you might want to forget about pears.

Bananas

Bananas are extremely high in calories and also among the fruits with most sugar. But sugar is not the only thing they contain. Bananas are also packed in vitamins and minerals that make your life better.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BkyASbEAj6D/

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