In todays podcast episodeI’ll share my favorite time saving hacks

It’s my favorite Kitchen Hacks to make your time in the kitchen count!

So, here comes the The happy diabetic cooking academy definition ---in the context of cooking, a "hack" refers to a clever or unconventional technique or shortcut that makes a cooking process easier, more efficient, and more effective and saves time. It's a way to achieve a desired outcome with less effort or resources. Hacks are often simple, practical, and easily implementable strategies that can improve a process or solve a cooking problem.

Ep.85 | Let’s Talk Mangoes: An Interview with Mark Suiso, a Master Mango Farmer from Hawaii

https://www.makahamangoes.com

Grill. Slice. Dice. Bake. Blend.
There’s No End!

This episode will inspire you to fall in love with the delicious tropical fruit mangoes. We will talk to a master grower and my pal, Mark Suiso. His family has been growing mangoes for over 60 years in the town of Makaha on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. Discover the finest tree ripened hand picked fruit in Hawaii.

This is why I love mangoes… and why you will, too!

1. Packed with nutrients. 2. Low in calories 3. Tasty, versatile, and easy to add to your diet

Mango is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and it has been associated with many health benefits, including potential anticancer effects, as well as improved immunity and digestive and eye health.

Best of all, it’s tasty and easy to add to your diet as part of smoothies and many other dishes.

Nutritious and delicious, the mango delivers on all levels. In addition to their juicy tropical flavor, mangos deliver nutritional value and make healthy eating a joyful and nostalgic experience.

The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults (ages 19 to 59) consume 1.5 to 2.5 cups of fruit every day (based on a daily consumption of 1600 to 3000 total calories). That’s where mangos come in! The versatile mango is available year round and adds delicious flavor to a balanced diet.

1. A mango serving size is equivalent to 3/4 cup of sliced mangos and is just 70 calories, so it’s a satisfyingly sweet treat.

2. There are 202 calories in 1 whole mango (without refuse and 336g).

• Each serving of mango is fat free, sodium free and cholesterol free.

• Mangos contain over 20 different vitamins and minerals, helping to make them a superfood.

• 3/4 cup of mango provides 50% of your daily vitamin C, 8% of your daily Vitamin A and 8% of your daily vitamin B6. These nutrients in mango may help support your body’s immune system. Learn more.

  https://www.mango.org/mango-nutrition/

  HOW TO CUT A MANGO INTO SLICES

  1. Slice each side just past the seed, about a ¼ inch from the center.

  2. Slice flesh without breaking the skin.

  3. Scoop out slices with a large spoon and enjoy!

You can stay on a budget AND cook and eat food that is delicious and healthy if you plan wisely. In this podcast, I will share with you some tips and strategies that we have learned to use in our home. Tips and hacks include, planning ahead, how to shop the aisles, where to shop, and what to buy! According to MarketForce Information's 2023 U.S. Grocery Benchmark Study, it matters what stores you shop in to get the most value for your dollar.

While buying fresh produce is always a great option, go with the frozen stuff if you’re looking to save and/or have concerns about being able to use something up in time. Frozen fruits and veggies cost a whopping 20 to 30 percent less than their fresh versions, and they’re still packed with nutrients! By following my hacks and being mindful of your purchases, you can stretch your budget while still enjoying a verity of healthy and delicious meals through the week!

Happy Shopping and Cooking!
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