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It’s nearing May in the heart of Japan’s Nishio area, and beneath the cover of carefully arranged netting, row after row of brilliant jade tencha tea plants are gradually hidden from the sun. As the sunlight fades and the plants retreat into the shade, growth of the plants’ leaves slows, allowing the chlorophyll [...]
Continue Reading →Really, folks? Were we questioning the possibility that organically grown foods were more nutritious than traditional grown? I think not. We (being fully informed consumers) know that food is food is food. Raw food is healthiest (as in lots and lots of produce in its natural state). That’s a no brainer. We also know [...]
Continue Reading →I come from a “barbecue town.” Correction, I come from, arguably, The Barbecue Capital of the Free World. This is, of course, Kansas City. Now, all of you in Memphis can protest along with the Brisket Brigade from Texas. But, there it is. I’ve thrown down the grill mitt.
Because of my location, I [...]
Continue Reading →Confused by all the information regarding natural eating? You’re not alone!
When you are out at the Farmer’s Market, get to know your farmer. Ask pointed questions, find out if they have an open door policy (can you tour anytime), are they certified organic or do they go beyond organic (beyond organic is a [...]
Continue Reading →Have you ever found yourself longing for rich cream in your coffee, a creamy mushroom soup or gravy? Me too… that’s why I was glad to find MimicCreme Non Dairy, Vegan, Kosher, Gluten Free, Cream Subsitute. MimicCreme comes unsweetened, sweetened and sugar-free sweetened.
This substitute is made from almonds and cashews, so [...]
Continue Reading →The summer heat leaves me dreaming of frozen delights. Traditional ice cream is high in fat and not good for our bodies at all, non-dairy ice creams are often pricey. The kids enjoy all kinds of frozen treats in ice pop form… Hubs and I prefer scoops in a bowl.
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Continue Reading →Have a food dehydrator? Looking for a tasty snack that is Raw but no one will be the wiser?
Serve up this flat bread, hummus and veggie combo at your next luncheon and soak in the rave reviews.
If you are opting for half raw eating or don’t have a dehydrator, try [...]
Continue Reading →We know you eat better than stopping at every fast food joint on the road. Good thing, too. Because an FDA official claims that over half of fast food employees don’t follow the “Wash your hands before returning to work” rule.
That could make a whole lot of people sick with more [...]
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