Vegetables

Jambalaya is similar to gumbo in that it’s a stew made from meat and vegetables (and includes the “holy trinity” as a base). That said,… Read More »Does Gumbo Or Jambalaya Have Okra?

Have you ever looked at Pickled Okra and thought “can I eat the top of pickled okra?” – then you are asking the right questions.… Read More »Can You Eat The Tops Of Pickled Okra?

When making gumbo, one has three different thickeners at their disposal: roux, filé powder, and okra. What is the thickening ingredient in gumbo? Filé can… Read More »What Is Gumbo Thickened With?

Xanthan gum is the only thickening agent that can be frozen or heated and maintain its viscosity. This is essential for safe swallowing. What is… Read More »What Is The Best Thickener For Dysphagia?

The flavor of the leaves is reportedly quite mild, but a little grassy, thus it works well with bold flavors such as garlic, onion, and… Read More »What Do Okra Leaves Taste Like?

You can use broccoli, squash, carrots, cauliflower, mushrooms, corn, and more. Pureeing your veggies is easy. You want to make sure they’re cooked tender first… Read More »What Vegetables Can Be Used As A Thickener?

All natural, aqueous-based polymeric thickeners are derived from polysaccharides with the most common being sourced from cellulose (wood, cotton) and starch (corn, potato). Other important… Read More »What Is A Natural Thickening Agent?

Home Care Protect the joint with a brace or wrap. Rest the joint, avoiding any activities that cause you pain. Ice the joint for about… Read More »How Can I Relieve Joint Pain?

The Best Foods for Healthy Joints Seeds and Nuts. Seeds and nuts are packed with healthy Omega-3 fatty acids known to fight inflammation and help… Read More »What Foods Make Your Joints Better?

The foods that cause joint pain and stiffness include: Fried foods. Processed foods. Refined carbohydrates and sugar. Salt. Alcohol. Oils high in saturated fats or… Read More »What Foods Promote Joint Pain?