There very well could be. Some weird “honey” is on the market: it’s being served in restaurants and sold in groceries at a ridiculously low price. The reason why it’s so cheap? It’s mixed with corn syrup as the main ingredient! Rather than support the heavily subsidized (and most likely GMO) corn syrup product, buy pure […]
Author: Heather Michet
Cold Brew Coffee: Great Gifts and A Pal for Popeye
Here’s a dream I bet you java lovers have had more than once: An instant cup of joe that has a rich flavor, is very inexpensive and comes from fresh beans instead of a bottle of powder. Is that too much to ask for? Your Fairy Godmother just waved her aromatic wand – decorated with […]
Summer’s Here. Who Wants Ice Cream?
Nothing beats a high quality ice cream on a hot day. Instead of heading out to the grocery to purchase your next frozen treat, make it yourself with this easy recipe! You don’t even need an ice cream maker. With just 3 ingredients, you can make this in no time. You’ll have to wait some […]
DIY Mocha Frappe
A frozen coffee drink really hits the refreshing spot on an uber warm day. They can be found at virtually any coffee house – but at a stiff price and with ingredients you may not want to put into your precious body. Most shops use chocolate syrup to make frappes, which commonly contains HFCS (high […]
A Perfect Summer Meal: Chilled Corn Soup
When the corn is fresh and it’s too hot to cook, don’t! This refreshing and filling soup is not only quick and easy to prepare, it doesn’t heat you or your kitchen up. Go out to your garden and pick your corn, basil and scallions – or get them from your local farmer – and […]
Skyler’s Lavender Soda
Skyler is not your average, or typical, 14 year old guy. He is very knowledgeable about good healthy food. He eats this great food! (Big thanks to his wise and brilliant mother who knows her chops around a kitchen and a garden.) He snowboards, okay that’s pretty typical for teens around here. But more unique […]
Refresh and Renew with a Watermelon Slushee
It’s hot out. You’ve been playing hard or working out and feel sloggy. Go grab some watermelon and make this supreme juice. No juicer required! You’ll feel energized, cooled down and revitalized and ready to kick back in that hammock. Watermelon is not only super hydrating at 90% water, it is also abundant in Vitamins […]
Drink Water for Life
My dear friend and water guru, Deanna DeLong, wrote the best book explaining how vital water is to every system and function in the body: Drink Water for Life. She turned it into a video and I think you’ll be surprised at what you learn. You’ll really understand how and why water is essential for vibrant […]
The Time is Ripe for Raspberry Chocolate Drops!
Summertime…and the pickin’ is easy. The raspberries are luscious, abundant and nearly jumping off their canes into your hand, or mouth if you place your head just right. Berries and chocolate were made for each other and in this recipe, they team up for a delightfully fresh and easy dessert or treat. Here’s how to […]
Just Say Ixnay to Bottled Water!!
We all know how vital getting and staying hydrated is to vibrant health. But drinking bottled water can be hazardous to your health and is definitely toxic to our precious, life-giving planet. Here are some of the many reasons why it’s best to avoid bottled water: There is little regulation on its contents so virtually […]