Did you know that some chicken companies pump saltwater into the chickens and still label it “all natural?” I didn’t either! (more…)
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Archive for December, 2009
Sack the Sodium – Stop Pumping the Chickens
Wednesday, December 30th, 2009CSA Your Way to Freshness
Tuesday, December 29th, 2009
Locavores are folks who love eating fresh, local food that hasn’t been transported long distances to arrive at their table. Farmer’s markets (in season) and growing your own are two ways to eat locally. Another keen idea is to join a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). The idea is to provide payment upfront ($300-750 depending on region) so the farmer has funds to plant and provide enough food through the season. Then, weekly, you pick up your basket of freshness and meals become exciting again! While many CSA’s may have opted out of the arduous USDA certification process, most do farm organically, avoiding pesticides and chemical fertilizers – ask them. (more…)
Dim All the Lights, Sweet Dahlin’
Monday, December 28th, 2009Having trouble sleeping? Tried all the latest products and tips, spiced milk, valerian root and melatonin, even prescription medications and still can’t get a good night’s sleep? 
Create a den of darkness. Cut the lights – all of them. Yes, all of them. Our electronic world invites disruption during the night. Even though their output seems small, it’s enough to disturb sleep. (more…)
Eggscellent Choice!
Saturday, December 26th, 2009
Eggs are by far one of the best proteins a body could entertain. Easy, versatile and tasty, they create an array of ideas from entress to add-ons, side dishes and breakfast fare. If you care about the environment, you’re tendency is toward cage-free, natural or organic, right? Thought so……
But, did you know, cage-free might not mean what you and I envision in the sugar-plum fairyland spaces in our imaginations? (more…)
Yoga to Balance Your Dosha
Saturday, December 26th, 2009Videos are a great way to visualize and internalize a yoga practice that’s best for our constitution. Check this out at www.banyanbotanical.com.