Spring is generally thought of as a time of awakening and first steps. As the spring sprouts make their first appearance, I like to think about some of the first steps we can take towards better health. Usually it’s the small steps that we take, over time, that contribute to …
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Good fats and oils are essential for healthy skin, hair, your belly and even weight loss. They are the “good mood foods” that feed your brain, reduce anxiety and help combat depression. But not all oils are created equal. And often it can be tricky sorting through all of the …
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I have to admit, I love peanut butter. My favorite way to eat it is with a spoon, directly out of the jar. I grew up on peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. And earlier this year, during a long-anticipated trip to Italy, our relatives there wanted only two things: American …
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While most of the “medicine” in my home is found in my kitchen and garden, it’s great to have a well-stocked natural medicine cabinet for those times when you need extra support. Like my wardrobe, my natural medicine cabinet changes with the seasons. In the fall months I like to …
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Last weekend, I prepared and froze 40 pounds of fresh farm tomatoes for fall and winter sauces and stews. If there’s one food you should never buy in a can, it’s a tomato. Cans in general contain toxic chemicals (known as BPA) that are dangerous to your health. And highly …
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While most of the “medicine” in my home is found in my kitchen and garden, it’s also great to have a well-stocked natural medicine cabinet for those times when you need extra support. My natural medicine cabinet changes with the seasons, much like my wardrobe does 🙂 Summer staples include …
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Do you struggle with making dietary changes that last? Join my Stick-With-It! Challenge and discover why changing your eating habits is so hard (& what you can do about it). Five days, 5 simple-doable steps to better your health. Are you in?!
