VegLight's EduTaste™

VegLight's EduTaste™ allows its participants to taste and learn about various foods. Our very first tasting party was awesome! Participants were introduced to many foods they had not tried before.

Angela B. of Raleigh participated in EduTaste™ and shared, "I had such a great time! The class empowered me with knowledge about food; and I was able to change as early as the next day! I have been eating a raw breakfast (green smoothies); and I have more energy. Even my son loves the green smoothie. The recipes were simple and healthy and the food had flavor! I can't wait until the next time we meet!"

As a group, I think we had the most fun incorporating Thai baby coconuts! We used the coconut in a smoothie and participants tasted the water inside of the coconut.

 

 

Coconuts have amazing healing properties! My favorites are below.

1.      Drinking the coconut's water helps replenish electrolytes after a strenuous workout.

2.      Many ask if coconut meat is a healthy fat and it is. According to research, coconut meat can possibly lower cholesterol levels.

3.      Coconut meat is high in fiber and can aid in weight loss because it helps you to feel full. For one of my favorite smoothies, I transform coconut meat into a yogurt. Afterwards, I combine the yogurt, fresh pineapple juice, fresh apple juice, and Spirulina for a delicious drink. Yummy!

 

4.      Coconut meat helps lower the risks of heart disease.

5.      Getting to the coconut meat offers a heaven of a stress reliever! Had a hard day at work? Come home and open a coconut with a cleaver! You can even belt out loud, “Hi Ya” karate chop sounds as you strike it. Watch your hands though!

 

 

How do you think you will try to incorporate coconut into your eating plan?

If you need more ideas, be sure to join us for an EduTaste™ workshop in your area!