If you like the dark, dense breads of Europe, this one’s for you. It is loaded with protein and nutrients like calcium and thiamine (good for the nervous and cardiovascular systems.) The nutritional superhero in this bread, however, is fiber and human bodies thrive on ample amounts of it. See Anna Herby’s great blog on […]
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DIY: Aluminum-Free Baking Powder
If you are a busy baker, you may want to switch to a baking powder that does not contain aluminum, as most commercial ones do. Here’s why: Aluminum consumption has been linked with the development of Alzheimer’s Disease. Use of aluminum based acid salts to leaven the dough can also sometimes give a slightly […]
You Could Climb a Mountain with These Bars! Actually, I Did.
Sometimes a good protein can be hard to find – especially when it has to be portable, stable without refrigeration, and ready to eat out-of-hand. These bars fill the requirements and then some. Supremely easy to assemble (a great recipe to do with kids) with on-hand ingredients and less than an hour invested from start […]
Is there Corn in Your Honey?
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]