Is orange juice natural? It is often served with breakfast! Right? We drink it thinking we are getting lots of Vitamin C. When I was growing up I was told that it was even better for my health to drink the orange juice with the pulp. I hated the pulp, and avoided orange juice like it was spinach. As it turns out it may have … [Read more...]
Save Money, Heal, Toss Me A Bone!
"What! Did he mention two of my favorite topics?! Money and bones!" Well my friend Petey here does like bones, I think he said money to get your attention. lol Enough with the fun lets talk about bones. Doctors are telling us that it is very common for people to have mineral deficiencies. Our bodies use minerals for a … [Read more...]
Homemade Chicken Broth-Stock
There’s nothing that compares to homemade broth or stock. It’s full of nutrients and minerals that are easily assimilated by the body. And not to mentions it’s just delicious – on it’s own or as the base for any homemade soup, stew, or sauce. Broth is very easy to make at home with a little time and a few ingredients. … [Read more...]
Hot Chocolate, Poor Vegetables and the Fix!
This is the time of year when we are least active and feel like just staying under the blanket with a cup of hot chocolate. Don't forget this is also the time when we usually have the biggest issues with colds, the flu, and allergies. So that hot chocolate must not be giving our body the boost it needs. It makes sense that … [Read more...]
Kohlrabi-Broccoli Slaw
This kohlrabi-broccoli slaw is by far one of my favorite side dishes. In fact I love it so much it's hard not to eat it all in one serving! Though sadly ;)... I do have to share it with my children as they really enjoy it as well. Have you ever tried Kohlrabi before? Kohlrabi, aka "German Turnip", is a nutrient-rich … [Read more...]
“Naturally Sweetened” Creamy Fudgsicles
These homemade fudgsicles utilize those over-ripe bananas you might have lying around. The bananas give the popsicles a creamy texture and natural sweetness. They're a favorite of both kids and adults alike. These pops definitely don't last long in my house! :) "Naturally Sweetened" Creamy Fudge Pops Print … [Read more...]
3 Benefits of Sourdough
Bread! We have to admit most of us like to eat it. Heck, think about your favorite dinner and I bet it has bread or grains with it, or in it. Am I right? There are books and blogs that tell us the only way to be healthy is to remove all breads/grains from our diet forever. Just a second! When I look at pictures of people … [Read more...]
Pumpkin-Spiced Teeccino Latte *
This cold weather has really got me craving something hot to drink. Since I have plenty of frozen pumpkin left from the holidays, I thought I'd utilize some of it. Teeccino to the rescue! Here comes warmth in the shape (eh-hem... taste) of this Pumpkin-Spiced latte. Isn't it nice being toasty warm on the inside? :D 1 … [Read more...]