I cook exclusively with extra virgin olive oil. I use in in all baked goods and salad dressings and as a dip for bread. Whole foods has a great variety available and believe it or not the prices there are reasonable if you choose carefully. There’s been a lot of controversy lately over whether you…
We need to return to healthy farming practices. Our children are being adversely affected by all the pesticides, cancer rates are rising, our water is being polluted and we are killing off our honey bees which will have widespread ramifications. Choose organic whenever possible! The issues of GMO labeling and possible health effects can seem…
The Fertile Underground is a natural coop located in Providence, Rhode Island. Coop members are directly involved sharing the work and the harvest. A CSA model has been adopted and modified to include Community Supported Grocery, providing many areas of Providence without regular access to fresh produce to delivery of fresh produce on a regular…
A little stress is good and can bring about positive change. Our attitudes can determine our stress levels. The view we take of an event will directly affect the level of stress we experience. This feeling of stress can bring about action which will result in positive change. A good example would be stressing about…
Scientists from McGill University in Canada have determined that maple syrup extract-derived from pure maple syrup -may be beneficial in fighting bacterial infections. The maple syrup extract reduced biofilm formation and increased the bacteria’s susceptibility to antibiotics. There seems to be a mild effect on the bacteria when taken alone but when combined with antibiotics…
Keep your lungs healthy by eating carrots. Carrots are loaded with the antioxidant alpha-carotene which protects cells from damage.
Finding a way to handle life’s stressful situations will positively affect your physical, spiritual, and mental health. The following habits will help you bring about a harmonious lifestyle: Listen to your body for signs of stress. Problems in your life will exhibit physical symptoms. This should tell you its time to make a positive…
Here are a couple of great reasons to buy fresh local or local organic foods: Higher nutritional value Purchasing foods locally maintains freshness, preserving the nutritional content. This is especially beneficial if the food is organic. Reduce Greenhouse Emissions While Conserving Fuel Since food is locally grown, less fuel is consumed during transportation. Fewer greenhouse…
There was another report by AFP (Stockholm) that bacteria are becoming more and more resistant to antibiotics. Just about everyone has heard of MRSA and VRE here in the US, but unfortunately the medical community continues to over prescribe antibiotics. The public continues to request prescriptions from their physicians when they have colds or other…
