Every-time I make homemade ice cream I am amazed at how good it tastes....so much better than store bought. Yeah it's a little work to make your own, but when you consider the ingredients that store-bought ice cream has in it you'll never complain again. (Read 'What's That In My Ice Cream?!!!' for more information.) … [Read more...]
Avoiding The Common Trap
Today, I felt that we needed to talk about something a little off the norm. A common trap that we all fall prey to at sometime or another, putting off things till better times. I have a friend that has shown interest in our Immune boosting lacto-fermenting classes that we hold locally, she has told me that she really … [Read more...]
No-Bake Chocolate-Peanut Butter Coconut Macaroons
These no-bake macaroons are a special treat anytime...but especially so during the holidays. And the best part is that they are so easy to make. Get the kids involved...they will have a lot of fun scooping out the cookies! (just let the mixture cool a little so no one gets burned) 1/4 cup virgin coconut oil 1/4 … [Read more...]
A Great Source of Protein
That common food source that is higher in protein than beef, the common bean. Yup, just a regular bean. Beans contain about 22% protein, beef runs about 18% and eggs settle at 13%. I am sure we have all eaten many types of beans and have our own favorites. Chickpeas, lentils and Fava Beans have been found in Egyptian tombs … [Read more...]
Blood Orange “Creamsicle” Frappe
If you've never had a 'blood orange', you are missing out. They are quite a treat...with the taste of orange combined with a hint of raspberry-strawberry. This makes for a yummy tasting drink anytime of the day. 1 blood orange 1/2 cup raw milk OR kefir 1 cup crushed ice 5 to 10 drops NuNaturals Pure Liquid™ Clear … [Read more...]
The History of Corn & Vitamin B Deficiency (Pellagra)
When Christopher Columbus discovered America, he also discovered corn. At this time corn was a major part of the diet of most native people living in North and South America. Though at this time, Europeans did not know about corn until he returned to Spain with samples. Within a few years the Spaniards had introduced maize … [Read more...]
Homemade “Premium” Vanilla Extract
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Making your own homemade vanilla extract is so easy and tastes so much better than store bought. It takes a little time steeping in the alcohol...but it is definitely worth the wait. Homemade vanilla also makes wonderful gifts during the holidays. I like to use Dark Rum when making homemade vanilla extract for superb … [Read more...]
Chia Fresca *
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Chia Fresca, also known as 'Iskiate', is an all-natural energy drink made by many tribes indigenous to the American Southwest and Mexico. In particular the Tarahumara tribe would drink it to sustain themselves while running 100-mile ultra-marathons. This is an easier to get down version, not so thick, but still … [Read more...]
Chia – More Than Fun…A Truly Functional Superfood
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We have all heard of ch-ch-ch- Chia Pets, and probably many of us even had one as a child. Those cute little terracotta planters in fun whimsical shapes of all sorts. You would soak the planter, spread it with the chia seeds, and watch it grow! But have you ever wondered about the seeds themselves...as food? I bet you … [Read more...]
5 Ways To Help Make An Immune System Strong!
Yesterday we talked about how pro-biotic foods can help strengthen your immune system helping you to avoid the flu and cold seasons. Let's take this one step more and talk about some other foods and vitamins to be sure you are up on to help that immune system. Remember it is not any one thing that will strengthen your … [Read more...]
