Cultivating curiosity and wellbeing in Mexico
Although Mexico’s markets have traditionally offered locally grown produce and regionally made handicrafts, the globalization of the past decade or two has changed purchasing trends immensely. Now it’s just as easy–and sometimes easier–to find produce grown in South America and artifacts mass-produced in China than to find local, Mexican goods Continue Reading →
Here’s an article that details ten interesting facts about healthful eating and food prep, points learned by the author from experiences cooking with a nutritionist. Point No. 1 deals with iron, mentioning that green leafy vegetables are good, healthy, non-animal sources of iron, especially when combined with foods rich in Continue Reading →
I admit it: When I finally gave up animal products four years ago, I considered tofu tasteless and uninteresting. Of course I could tolerate it, but I couldn’t understand how anyone could actually like it. However, persistence (or should that read obsession?), need, and an adventuresome spirit got me past Continue Reading →
About turmeric, and a quick turmeric golden milk recipe The healing and anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric have been making a big, orange splash on the Internet and in the press recently. Turmeric is that bright-orange spice that forms one of the basic ingredients of curry and gives it a deep Continue Reading →
Recently, I saw several references on-line to a “heart vein opening drink” that is purported to open up blockages in the heart. The blog entries and recipes I saw were based on a testimonial submitted by someone who supposedly had used this method to improve heart health. Please see the Continue Reading →
Garlic is a staple in our household. I can’t get enough garlic: squashed, sliced, chopped, baked, dried, powdered, or roasted whole, garlic fits into almost any recipe. The healthful properties of garlic are purported to be many; garlic is considered a digestive aid, anti-parasitic, anti-viral, immune system booster, blood pressure Continue Reading →