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Gluten-Free is not just a trend, but instead a true lifestyle change that millions of people are adopting. And that makes sense, because more and more people are recognizing that they struggle to digest their favorite breads and pastas. Gluten, which is the protein that makes breads, grains and cereals elastic, though is not so… [Read More...]
We are well into Pomegranate season here in Southern California. Typical the season runs from September through early February in the Northern hemisphere. The unusual fruit is grown here in California, so you can’t go to a grocery store or farmers’ market without tripping over huge displays if this vitamin and antioxidant rich fruit. Pomegranates… [Read More...]
If we trusted commercials and the aisles of our grocery stores we would think we would need about a million different products to care for our home. Things that clean, things that disinfect, things that treat. The problem is that most of these things are less than desirable. They are toxic, expensive and unnatural. Needless… [Read More...]
It’s the time of year where everyone around me seems to be getting sick. And it seems no matter how hard I try eventually the cold gets me too! I tend to go with the all-natural remedies over medications. So the moment I sniffle its vitamin C, Echinacea and a “Wellness Shot” (I know it… [Read More...]
Yesterday’s post looked at the creepier side of Halloween, today’s takes a look at the yummier one: Roasted Pumpkin Seeds! Beyond tasting great, pumpkin seeds are rather healthy. They are rich in protein, vitamin k and several minerals. Most people are familiar with the traditional recipe, but pumpkin seeds can be seasoned in a variety… [Read More...]
Today really felt like fall in Los Angeles. It was cool (and rainy) and I actually wore a pair of boots and a scarf (although these were probably fashion driven decisions, not weather ones). With the advent of true autumn it feels right to take a closer look at a quintessential fall item: the pumpkin. … [Read More...]
My lovely husband Lukus HATES to go grocery shopping. And because it is no longer 1952, I am not simply going to accept this as the woman’s job. I believe in equality and I hate it equally. Unfortunately, we cannot only shop at the farmer’s market we do have to hit up the traditional brick… [Read More...]
I am a big proponent of Farmers Markets. I know, I know, this is very California of me. However, farmers markets are located throughout the world and are a great alternative to traditional grocery stores. Here in LA there is one everyday of the week somewhere in the city. Often the largest/ most popular are… [Read More...]
With the end of summer here and the holiday season in the not so distant future, it would be easy to give up working out/ eating right until, oh, the new year. However I refuse, nay, I rebuff such laziness! And I urge all of you to join me in continuing my workout… or starting… [Read More...]
