If you are looking for a show-stopper dessert that is super-easy to make, this would be it. A lovely combination of sweet, crunchy, and savory, it reminds me of a expensive confection you’d find in a fancy restaurant. It’s probably one of the most delicious treats I’ve ever eaten, and simple enough that you can […]
Category: Kids & Family
The real story on healthy food for children – and why our kids are starving to death!
I’d like to invite you to come into my kitchen for a moment; I’d like to share with you some of my staples I’d never be without: the foods and kitchen tools/appliances we use every day to maintain health and wellness. Everyone has a list of things they use in their kitchen. Invariably, those items […]
Why I Don’t Go To The Gym
For most of my life, it’s been a struggle to exercise enough. Okay, who am I kidding? It’s a struggle for everyone. But I’m really more concerned about the fact that sometimes I will go for WEEKS and really get no physical exercise. Normally that’s during the cold weather. Many people think I’m just lucky […]
It seems as though the school lunch program, which has come under close scrutiny of the public in the last few years, is now starting to receive some real mainstream attention. Those faithful to real and traditional foods should not be surprised by this, but recent news reports reveal why this topic is just now […]
It breaks my heart to see the kinds of things children eat – especially when I know what I do about the nutritional content of most of the choices they are provided with to eat. I’m certainly not trying to criticize anyone when I say this, but it’s very apparent that many children are being […]
Besides all the warnings we constantly hear about eating low-fat, low cholesterol diets for heart and cardiovascular health, we are also receiving many reports about the flu and colds and how dangerous this particular season will be for the majority population’s health. Typically, we are told to get flu vaccines, wash our hands, and stay […]
Does this picture of breakfast food look healthy? It may look appealing and tasty, but it provides little to no nutritional value. If you are like many people, your morning time does not allow for the preparation of a healthy meal that will satisfy your hunger and provide the nutrients you need for starting your […]
Some of you may have noticed the slow down in new articles on this site. The reason for this is that school has started and we are home-schooling this year. We have four years of home-schooling experience under our belts, but things are different this year because we are using a publicly-funded home-education program which […]
The name of the game in tough economic times is to save money. But don’t throw your money in the trash and spend it on processed foods with no nutritional value. Consider just how expensive some of that cheaper food really is. On the surface, a six-pack of soda or juice can run anywhere from […]
Obesity. Diabetes. Heart Disease. High Blood Pressure. Auto-immune disorders. Allergies. Food intolerances. Are you familiar with any of these illnesses? Chances are, you know someone who is suffering with one of these problems. Maybe silently. Maybe it’s you! We hear statistics everyday in the media about these health issues and how they are on the […]