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Jan

Aloha everyone, here is an easy stir fry recipe for you to try using tempeh. Tempeh, a traditional food native to Indonesia, is made from fermented soybeans which are formed into a cake and can be sliced up and sautéed just like meat. Read the rest of the post »

Dec

Gluten-Free Snickdoodle Recipe

Happy Holidays everyone! Well it is that time of year when we are tempted beyond belief to go against our better judgment and indulge in sweets and goodies of all kinds—many of which are not gluten free. For many this means suffering through a host of unwanted side effects! Symptoms from gluten intolerance can range from upset stomach, indigestion, hives and for some the symptoms can be much more serious. Read the rest of the post »

Dec

Teen Beauty Queen for Health!

Please show your support for Tiera Matara, Miss Teen Kapa‘a 2012, who will be competing today in the Miss Hawai‘i Teen Beauty USA!

Tiera is an advocate for healthy lifestyle and organic foods. She has a passion for helping influence others to take control of their health and she is spreading that message today at her pageant! Healthy Hut is one of Tiera’s many sponsors and she is a supporter of Healthy Hut too!

We at Healthy Hut wish Tiera the best of luck! Please go to her facebook page to show your support! You can also learn more about her by reading her blog. Aloha, and see you all at “The Hut”!

Nov

Easy Pumpkin Bread Recipe with Chocolate Chips

Hello All,

Here is a super easy and quick recipe for delicious pumpkin bread with mini chocolate chips, inspired by one of our customers, that is the perfect thing to bring to Thanksgiving dinner or to any holiday party. Read the rest of the post »

Nov

Thanksgiving: Herb-Glazed Turkey

Aloha everyone, here is a delicious recipe for oven-roasted turkey with a honey, herb glaze I found online from allrecipes.com. Don’t forget to visit us for all your Thanksgiving ingredients (many of which are on sale!) See you at “The Hut!” Read the rest of the post »

Nov

Thanksgiving: Purple Sweet Potaoes

Aloha all,

In honor of Thanksgiving I would like to share with you my simple and delicious sweet potato recipe. This recipe uses Okinawa purple sweet potatoes, ginger, cinnamon and coconut milk to give it a sweet and creamy consistency—perfect for Thanksgiving, or anytime. Read the rest of the post »

Sep

Some Yummy New Treats You Might Like

Aloha all, just wanted to put the word out about some of our new products here at Healthy Hut. Come in and give them a try. Chia Seed drinks, Ono Pops and Tropical Dreams Ice Cream are all flavorful new additions!

1. Chia Seed Drinks: The latest craze in nourishing drinks, chia seeds add a nice texture, fiber, protein, minerals and omega-3 essential fatty acids! The legendary Tarahumara indians of northern Mexico consume drinks containing chia seeds to give them energy to run great distances—sometimes 50 miles or more! GT’s Synergy Kombucha has put out several chia seed varieties. These are all raw and fermented. Mamma Chia makes some great chia seed drinks as well that are all organic. Read the rest of the post »

Sep

FDA Seeks to Regulate “New Dietary Ingredients” in Supplements

The FDA has issued a proposed mandate that represents the greatest threat to dietary supplements since 1994. Back in the early 1990s, consumers were so alarmed by FDA bullying that they staged a massive revolt. The result was that Congress passed a law prohibiting the FDA from banning popular nutrients (as the agency had threatened to do).

There was, however, a loophole in the 1994 law. The FDA was given authority to regulate ingredients introduced after October 15, 1994. Read the rest of the post »