Deconstructed Sushi
Since I have gone grain-free, I miss my weekly sushi. Three of us go out every week for “Sushi Thursday” and now I no longer order sushi because of the glutenous rice. It doesn’t spoil the fun of the three amigas luncheon but I don’t get my sushi “fix.” My husband decided to help me…
What? No More Green Drinks?
Oxalation Before I start, I want to clarify that not everyone has a problem with oxalation but some people do and it is an important problem. That is where the theory of bioindividuality is so important. This is all fact and not opinion. There was a blog that was being passed around on oxalation that…
Coriander Essential Oil
Coriander is an annual herb, growing three feet high and being very aromatic. Derived from the seeds, Coriander essential oil has been used for centuries for nausea, stomach upset, and to aid digestion and is still used today for these same benefits. Coriander has a high linalool content, giving it strengthening and toning properties that…
Lamb Loin Chops
I love the taste of lamb. I must say that I like gamey meat flavors more than just plain beef. So I tend to spice things up a bit to make it more appetizing. For my lamb loin chops, I use lots of rosemary and garlic. If you don’t particularly like as much seasoning as…
Geranium Essential Oil
A member of the Pelargonium genus of flower species, Geraniums are grown for their beauty and as a staple of the perfume industry. While there are over 200 different varieties of Pelargonium flowers, only a few are used as essential oils. Uses of Geranium essential oil date back to ancient Egypt when Egyptians used Geranium…
Green Beans Cooked in Bacon
It’s true that everything tastes better with bacon. I wasn’t a huge bacon fan (can you believe it!) before I started my health journey. I had a serious sweet tooth and sugar was my go-to drug of choice. Now that I have retrained my taste buds, food like bacon taste pretty good to me. This…
Soy is NOT a Health Food
Soy milk has enjoyed an undeserving health label in recent years. According to Dr. Mercola, the Chinese have enjoyed the health benefits of soy for centuries. The difference between the healthy soy that they eat and the soy that we get here in the United States comes down to fermentation. Fermented soy is good and…
Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Eucalyptus trees are tall, evergreen trees that grow up to 50 feet in height and are sometimes referred to as Gum Trees. The main chemical components of Eucalyptus radiata are eucalyptol and alpha-terpineol, making it an ideal oil to promote clear breathing and respiratory function, and to use on sore muscles. Eucalyptus has purifying properties…
Chicken and Sausage Bake
This is a recipe that I modify in various ways to mix up the flavors of the dish. I use different sausages or add different spices. Sometimes I braised a vegetable with the meal, at other times I don’t. It’s just a simple recipe to become comfortable with enough to modify it the way your…
Grocery Shopping Day
Saturday is grocery shopping day. My husband and I go to two stores and shop for the best prices of the highest quality foods. In the winter months, when there is no CSA (Community Sponsored Agriculture) available in our area, we purchase as much organic food as we can find and then the highest quality…
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