Category: health

I’m a big fan of avocados. They are a nutrient dense food. Dole just published a study that has more encouraging news about this healthy fruit. It seems that avocados also help with hunger. If you seem to get hungry between meals, try adding more avocado to your salads, or use them in place of mayo on your sandwich. I […]

I absolutely love corn. I love corn on the cob. I enjoy corn in tex mex food, and with a good move in the form of popcorn. Unfortunately, corn is a highly modified crop these days filled with chemicals that are terrible for our health. If you are like me and enjoy corn, please make sure you see the butterfly […]

I have been incorporating chia seeds into my diet for years. Chia seeds are such an inexpensive way to get rich omega 3 nutrients into your diet. A bag of chia seeds will last in the fridge for a very long time. I add them to my morning smoothie, my oatmeal and my yogurt. I would encourage you to read […]

When it is possible, I try to eat foods that grow locally and that are in season. It is such an exciting time to be living and cooking. We can get so many exotic fruits and vegetables all year long. We are able to eat such a varied diet without leaving our own towns! If you are wondering about the […]

August 3 is national watermelon day. I think August is the perfect time to celebrate watermelon. This is one of the last months to enjoy this fresh fruit at its peak time. Watermelon is so affordable in the summer months and so easy to bring to an event or cookout. Take advantage of this delicious fruit that makes a healthy […]

I absolutely love lemons. I juice them in my morning smoothie with greens to balance the smoothie. I love to use them in fish and chicken dishes. Lemons are so refreshing. I’ve included one of my homemade lemonade recipes below along with a great article from Sayer Ji on the wonderful benefits of lemons. Lemon-Limeade Liver Detox 2 peeled lemons […]

Dragon fruit is really beautiful to look at. It makes a dramatic accent to a party table. I like to buy frozen dragon fruit at Costco to use in my morning smoothies. Ocean Robbins from the Food Revolution Network breaks down all the amazing benefits of dragon fruit in the article below. What is Dragon Fruit? 9 Reasons to Eat […]

I have been enjoying the health benefits of Matcha tea. I love the treat Matcha drinks at Starbucks too! If you are wondering what this bright green tea is and why it is good for you, then please read the article below my Ocean Robbins at the Food Revolution Network. Science-Backed Reasons to Drink Matcha Tea 68,032READERS Food and Health Personal […]

I absolutely love avocados. You can enjoy them diced up on a salad or sliced on a sandwich. You can make them into guacamole with lots of healthy garlic and fresh lemon or lime. You might exchange your mayo for a bit of mashed up avocado. If the texture of this fruit is an issue for you, enjoy the health […]

Spring time can be very challenging for those of us with seasonal allergies. My family struggles with both food and environmental allergies. I want to share what my family has been doing for years now to avoid taking pharmaceutical drugs. Before taking any supplements make sure to cover the basics for healthy living and discuss your plan with your doctor. […]