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Pumpkin Power; Smoothies to Seeds…
Pumpkins are a favorite when it comes to Halloween decorating, but did you know they may possess healthy healing powers too? They are full of nutrients from the pumpkin meat to the seeds, so before you throw your pumpkins away, learn delicious ways you can put that pumpkin to your benefit. We all love pumpkin […]
Pink, the New Color of Health…
On a recent shopping trip to the market, I was reminded of the need to step out of our daily routines and be adventurous, even with something seemingly as simple as our food. While loading produce in my cart, I was taken by a little boy (about 2-3 years old) who reached out from his […]
Baked Apple Cinnamon Chips
Apple season is my favorite time of year, bringing back memories of apple picking, homemade applesauce that never had the chance to cool, and warm apple crisp. If you’re heading out for apples this weekend, try this easy recipe everyone will enjoy snacking on. Tasting like a little slice of apple pie without the calories, […]
Breakfast, the power blend…
The crisp Fall weather is a great reminder to slip out of our more casual summer routines and get in gear for the school year that’s under way. There is one routine that can provide us with the clarity and focus to start each day as our best selves; breakfast. In fact, studies show that […]
Dairy alternatives; looking beyond the dairy isle…
Having dairy issues can easily send you running for the calcium supplements, or worse, doing without. So how important is dairy to our health? Milk may be the first thing we remember drinking as a child, most likely with each meal. Today, the reality is that more and more people have trouble digesting dairy. In […]
Roasted Peaches with Cinnamon & Lemon Thyme
Discovering an easy, no fail recipe for fresh peaches is a treasure during peach season. This recipe brings out the flavor of the peaches by lightly roasting or grilling them. Add in the wonderful hint of lemon, thyme, and cinnamon, it turns into pure delight! Enjoy it as a dessert topped with frozen yogurt, or […]
Laughter, the joyful habit of wellness…
What is the one huge health habit that is missing in so many of our daily lives? Laughter! Our daily eating habits and exercise aren’t the only factors that affect our risks of heart and other chronic diseases. Stress is moving up on the list of negative effects, and yes, even with children. We all […]
Rainbow Chard; One of summer’s hidden gems…
Ah, the wonderful colors of summer! As I browse through the Farmer’s Market and our local health food coop, the colors are abundant with the fresh, local produce. One of my favorites is Rainbow chard, and not just for its beautiful color that lives up to its name. Working with people with food sensitivities, this […]
Best Summer Drinks: Sports vs “Spa” Drinks…
The heat of summer can leave us questioning “what is the best way to hydrate in the hot summer sun”. Some food manufacturers would like us to think that sports drinks are the answer, but are they really the best option? Sports drinks have become the drink of choice for many, from athletes, parents, and […]