The Basics of Pickling Written by Thea Mann Pickling is a great way to preserve the bounty of summer, whether from your own garden or the local farmer’s market. This is a great way to take advantage of low summer produce prices and still have high-quality fruits and vegetables for yourself and your family all […]
How does gum chewing affect your health?
August 8, 2009 by · 1 Comment
Who knew that chewing gum had so many great health benefits and could help you lose weight, reduce anxiety, and improve memory?
Brazil wants you to pee in the shower
August 6, 2009 by · Leave a Comment
I found this on Huffington Post and really wish I could verify that it is legit. But apparently Brazil is trying to conserve water by encouraging people to pee in the shower rather than having to flush the toilet. It never ceases to amaze me how different some cultures are. Can you imagine seeing a […]
Grapefruit and medication interations and effects
August 3, 2009 by · 4 Comments
Are grapefruits and their juice safe to eat while taking medication? The sad truth is that there are some negative interactions and effects between the two…
Using herbs to detox your liver and kidneys
July 30, 2009 by · 9 Comments
You can use herbs to detox your liver, kidneys, lungs, and other parts of your body… These are some tips to get you started…
Information about the swine flu vaccine
July 29, 2009 by · 1 Comment
I just got this article from a friend titled “10 things you aren’t supposed to know about the Swine Flu Vaccine.” Not all 10 points need to be shared, but there were a few things worth mentioning from it… In case you aren’t aware, the government is working to create mandatory Swine Flu Vaccinations. If […]
Plan on cooking asparagus? Here are some asparagus fun facts!
July 27, 2009 by · 2 Comments
Asparagus Demystified In the culinary world, few foods are as synonymous with spring like asparagus. The tender, bright green shoots are generally in season April through May, and with their limited growing season, nutritional portfolio and culinary adaptability, asparagus truly is a remarkable vegetable. Growing Asparagus Asparagus is indigenous to the western coast of Europe, […]
