We hear a lot about organic this and organic that…but I think the most confusing thing is that a lot of people believe just because something is organic, it must be healthy… Right? It’s true that to be assured you are getting something that is at least 95 percent organic or better, you should look […]
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Are you concerned about pesticides and toxins on fruits and vegetables you eat daily? How often do you buy organic? Many fruits and vegetables available on the market are from conventional and commercial sources which use pesticides in farming practices. It can be challenging to provide the healthiest choices for your family and stay on […]
Does the idea of changing your diet to healthier foods seem completely overwhelming? So many people have the idea that there is simply no way they can afford to eat healthy…but I’m here to assure that this couldn’t be farther from the truth! This concept is so important, and one that I feel cannot be […]
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Budgeting and Planning for My Garden
Over the last few weeks I’ve been thinking a lot about getting ready for gardening season – and wishing it was already warm enough to plant! But we’ve got a ways to go yet… I have several goals this year that are a bit different than last year. Last year I was just trying to […]
Who says eating healthy has to be expensive…or that it’s only for the elite or wealthy? Well, I’m here to report that our family is far from wealthy, but we eat traditionally-prepared foods and whole foods most of the time. In fact, we started a new business last year (solar installation and sales), and we’ve […]
Who says organic isn’t affordable? Would you like to save money on organic products you buy? There are various merchants who provide online coupons for these healthy foods. Here are just a few: Organic Valley Stonyfield Farm Organic Coupons – variety of merchants who sell organic food and household items Brown Cow Farm Earthbound Farm […]
I made these cupcakes on Valentine’s Day this year for my son and his friends. The results were fantastic and everyone loved them. It was the first time I had baked with coconut flour, and I realized how many possibilities there were from this wonderful, nutritious substance. Ingredients: 1/2 cup of organic coconut flour, sifted […]
This is not your average salad! When my husband made this the other day, I was awed by how beautiful it was and full of color. I was even more delighted to find out that it is crunchy, sweet, savory, and satisfying. This salad combines the best of juicy chicken, blue cheese, nuts, tomatoes, and […]
We are living in a world where fats in our diet have been increasingly feared and avoided for nearly five decades. Things are finally beginning to change. With epidemic numbers of people experiencing heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, and cancer, health experts and professionals are really starting to understand the significant correlation […]
Although this dish may be considered more of a “comfort” type food, this hearty meal could probably be enjoyed any time of the year. Even now, as the sun’s light is warming our previously frigid city more and more each day and expanding the length of the days, this dish was appreciated by everyone in […]