Rooting for Rutabaga

Do you know the difference between a turnip and a rutabaga? If not, you aren’t alone! Most of us in North America use the two phrases interchangeably without even realizing it. If you’ve ever spent any time in the UK, you know that they use the correct terms for these two root veggies. It’s understandable […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: All you need to know about pomelo

Pomelo fruits are in season between December and April, so it won’t be long before you see them popping up more often. These citrus fruits are larger than grapefruits (they are actually the largest members of the citrus family), with a sweet and floral flavor and a pale green yellow color. It’s believed that grapefruits […]
There is no conspiracy: Gluten really is evil.

The other day I heard a conversation that really bothered me. It took everything in my power not to interject, but we all know that sometimes it’s not appropriate to speak your mind to strangers in public places. This blog is my place, though, so I’m about to let ‘er rip. The conversation was happening […]
Healthy Foods: I heart hemp hearts!

Even though they come from the cannabis sativa plant, hemp hearts or hemp seeds can’t be smoked and they won’t give you the munchies if you know what I’m saying! Not only are hemp seeds not going to give you any psychotropic effects, but they will deliver some powerful nutrition when you pop them in […]
Tip, Trick & a Recipe: Lean Mean Green Beans

Some veggies seem to have it all; good looks, good taste, simple means of preparation, and good nutrition. For instance, while an artichoke is quite interesting to look at, quite nutritious, and yummy, you really can’t get into one of those things without some work. Green beans on the other hand, well, are an excellent […]
Lemony Dragon Fruit Juice

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Dinner Diva: Think Outside the Side Dish

How many of us live in households where the dinner plate consists of a serving of meat, starch, and a small portion of vegetables? Now that I eat a Paleo diet, my plate looks a lot different than it once did. No longer do we eat rice, couscous or pasta at my house. When you […]
Healthy Foods: Artichoke benefits not hard to swallow!

Did you know that 68% of us don’t get enough magnesium in our diets (we need roughly 300 milligrams per day)? That isn’t good because this vital mineral is required for over 300 chemical reactions within your body. Without enough magnesium, your muscles need to work harder and you’ll find yourself getting worn out quicker […]
Food For Thought: The great grains debate

Whole grains, organic grains, gluten-free grains . . . there’s so much talk about grains these days and whether they’re good for you or not. I’m definitely in the camp of “grains are not good for you” when it comes to grains of all kinds. (Note: quinoa is not a grain-it’s a seed and there’s […]