Month: June 2026

Homemade Ginger Ale is the best for upset stomach, bloating, nausea &&

This Homemade Ginger Ale is WAY Better than anything you’ll find in stores. It’s made with actual ginger (not “natural ginger flavoring”) and it’s void of any high fructose corn syrup or icky additives! It’s an extremely effective drink, great for alleviating bloating, nausea, gas, or stomach discomfort. PLUS, it’s ready to enjoy in less than 30 minutes!

Here’s What You’ll Need:
-2 cups Ginger (roughly chopped)
-4 cups Water
-1/2 cup Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice (3-4 limes) can sub with lemon
-1/3 cup Raw Honey, Agave, Maple Syrup, or Simple Syrup or to taste

To Serve
-Club Soda or Sparkling Water
-Ice
-Lime or Lemon Wedge

For More Details, Recipe Substitutions, and Step-By-Step Photos: https://goodfoodbaddie.com/homemade-ginger-ale-recipe/

June 12, 2026 of Low-SOS Vegan Plan

Graduation again(!)… like dĂ©jĂ  vu

(This blog began 3/15/2015)

MEDITATION:
* Nothing But Bible
* Concepts of Faith
* No Greater Love

EXERCISE:
* Walk-about entire campus, up/down stairs, across the street, etc
(And far too much sitting during graduation commencement & Friday night LA commute!)

WATER:
(2) Ă— (32) = 64 oz (+)

EATS:
* oatmeal w/ blueberries, thinly sliced almonds, banana & blueberry sourdough toast
* Mediterranean chopped salad w/ tomato, broccoli-slaw, grilled potato chunks & avo-salsa dressing
* tofu-lemongrass banh mi sandwich

… SUN HAS SET …

* catered veggies on XL-croissant (no dressing) w/ potato XL-chips & melon

Cmmt: XL indicates uncommonly excessive food, and wautéed means water-sautéed

June 11, 2026 of Low-SOS Vegan Plan

(This blog began 3/15/2015)

MEDITATION:
* No Greater Love podcast
* Concepts of Faith podcast

EXERCISE:
* Lift chest & back @ gym
* Walk-about campus & community center, up/down stairs, pacing in classroom, grading @ standing desk

WATER:
(2) Ă— (32) = 64 oz (+)

EATS:
* Mexi-bowl w/ pinto beans, rice, cabbage, avocado, a corn tortilla & plain sparkling water w/ shot of soft XL-drink
* pistachios & fresh peach

… SUN HAS SET …

* small bowl of Heritage Flakes, fresh peach & almond milk

Cmmt: XL indicates uncommonly excessive food, and wautéed means water-sautéed

June 10, 2026 of Low-SOS Vegan Plan

(This blog began 3/15/2015)

MEDITATION:
* Nothing But Bible podcast

EXERCISE:
* Walk-about campus, up/down stairs & inside classroom during finals

WATER:
(2) Ă— (32) = 64 oz (+)

EATS:
* tofu finger sandwiches
* Mediterranean chopped salad w/ tomato, broccoli-slaw, grilled potato chunks & avo-salsa dressing & boba tea

… SUN HAS SET …

Cmmt: XL indicates uncommonly excessive food, and wautéed means water-sautéed

Healthy Snack Picks: Crispy Air Fryer Butter Beans


Ingredients
• 1 can butter beans, drained and rinsed• 1 tsp olive oil• 1 tsp garlic powder• 1 tsp onion powder• ½ tsp salt• ½ tsp black pepper• ¼ tsp chili flakes• 1 tbsp cornstarch• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped

Directions
1. Drain and rinse the butter beans.
2. In a large bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, chili flakes, and cornstarch.
3. Add the butter beans and toss until evenly coated.
4. Drizzle with olive oil and toss again.
5. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
6. Toss with fresh rosemary and serve.

Per Serving:171 calories25.5g carbs3g fat7.5g protein9g fiber

These crispy air fryer butter beans are one of my favorite non-boring healthy snacks. They are crunchy, flavorful, and an easy way to get more fiber into your day.