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What They Eat...

Meats such as pork and fish makes up only 30% of the Tsimane diet. Plants with complex carbohydrates, such as bananas, corn and rice are their main sources of energy.  Other foods include manioc root, as well as different nuts and fruits. This leads to the tribe consuming less amounts of certain types of foods, which benefits their arteries: low quantities of meat, low levels of simple carbohydrates (such as refined sugars) and no trans fats which are commonly found in processed foods.


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VIDEO: Chicken Quesadillas

These quick and easy chicken quesadillas are the perfect, last-minute family dinner!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup of tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup of chives, chopped
  • 1 tsp. of Mexican spice mix
  • 4 Tortillas
  • Cheddar
  • Salt, to taste

METHOD:

  1. Put shredded chicken breast, tomato sauce, chives, and mexican spice mix in a bowl and mix together.
  2. Lay out the tortillas. Place a slice of cheddar in the center, and cover with the chicken mix.
  3. Fold up tortillas, and heat in a frying pan until golden.
  4. Enjoy!