Tarty Tomatillo Sauce
Story about the recipe: My father used to make a version of this at his Mexican restaurant when I was growing up. I always looked forward the tartness that it added to food. I made my version raw, but you can also cook the tomatillos. Tarty Tomatillo Sauce Author: Marcella Castellanos Recipe type:…
Light and Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Story about the recipe : This is a much better and healthier version of the typical Toll House chocolate chip cookie that I made for years! Sugar and wheat flour overload always gave me a headache but I ate them anyway! This cookie is lighter, not as sweet, but sweet enough. It almost melts in…
Helichrysum Essential Oil
Helichrysum italicum is a small perennial herb with narrow, silver leaves and flowers that form a cluster of golden yellow, ball-shaped blossoms. The name “Helichrysum” is derived from the Greek “helios” meaning sun and “chrysos” meaning gold, referring to the color of the flowers. Helichrysum has been used in herbal medicine since ancient Greece and…
Obesity – A National Challenge
Obesity Obesity is a huge problem right here in the United States. It’s not just some small blip on the radar, it is endemic, as a matter of fact. Don’t believe me? Here are some shocking numbers how obesity has increased at alarming rates. In the past 20 years, the prevalence of obesity in the…
Basic Coconut Muffins
Story about the recipe : My kids have never been real health nuts but I started making these 6 years ago just as an experiment and even my pickiest child loves them! I’ve made them as mini-muffins for a party and also for my friend who has a gluten-free child. Always a hit! Basic Coconut…
Beautiful Perspective
Wayne Dyer was being interviewed by Anthony Robbins. Tony said that he understood that Wayne had a very difficult childhood. Dr. Dyer said “no” he really didn’t have a difficult childhood. His father was abusive and his childhood had everything we would associate with a difficult time but he didn’t know any different, so for…
Vetiver Essential Oil
Vetiver, a member of the grass family, is grown for many reasons. Unlike other grasses, the root system of Vetiver grows down, making it ideal for helping to prevent erosion and providing soil stabilization. Vetiver has a rich, exotic, complex aroma that is used extensively in perfumes. Due to Vetiver’s calming, grounding effect on the…
Cashew Date Balls
This recipe is so simple that when I have to have a snack I can whip them up in minutes. I eat the scrapings out of the bowl for the snack and then I have more in the fridge for later! Cashew Date Balls Recipe type: Fruits, Nuts Cuisine: Snack Serves: 10-12 Prep…
Size Matters When It Comes to Sleep
Everyone knows that sleep is an important factor to good health. But are you getting the quality and quantity of sleep you need? Just being in bed for 8 hours without resting is not quality sleep. Many people adjust their sleep patterns in order to accommodate their work schedule, vacation schedule, children’s schedules, etc. But…
Melissa Essential Oil
Melissa officinalis, also known as lemon balm, received the name “Melissa” because of its sweet, fresh, citrus-like fragrance, which was known to attract bees (Melissa is Greek for “honey bee”). As one of our rarest and most expensive oils, Melissa has a wide range of health benefits and uses. Melissa is used as a flavor…
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