Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a vitamin-like substance produced in our body that is important to health. Found in all cells, CoQ10 is needed for energy production. It is a cofactor in our predominant energy pathways—the Krebs cycle and the electron transport chain.
Rich, chunky, sweet, and savory beet soup AKA “Borscht” is a Russian favorite I have eaten and loved for decades. This recipe is an adaptation of my Grandmother’s. Delicious and satisfying, and healthy as well.
The red cabbage in this simple recipe adds a delightful crunch, taste, and color that pairs well with the glazed sweet potatoes and walnuts. Walnuts are high in the essential fatty acid Alpha Linolenic acid, part of the omega-3 family, and needed daily for health.
Use any berry that you have available for this smoothie. Strawberries work well, as do blueberries, or raspberries. To get the freshest taste, the most nutritient-dense, and environmentally-friendly berries I can find, I source berries locally or grow them in my garden.