Sometimes I just feel like having something crunchy, salty, and savory! Growing up in Texas meant having a true appreciation for Mexican food and Tex-Mex food. When I became a vegetarian, it became a little more challenging. Many chips, salsas, and beans have meat broth added to the food, so I started making my own […]
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Jun
Jun
It’s spring in the northern hemisphere and leafy greens are currently flourishing in many gardens. Dark leafy greens are among the healthiest foods, because the rich/deep green color indicates a high level of antioxidants. The dark color pigments of fruits and vegetables are the antioxidants! According to the Cleveland Clinic, the pigments are called carotenoids. […]
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Apr
Apr
I love this salad because it always reminds me of childhood days at my grandmother’s home. I double the recipe so I can have it handy for easy snacks or as a part of my meals throughout the week. I leave the carrots unpeeled to preserve all of their nutrients. The bright orange color of […]
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Dec
Dec
I hope you have had a fabulous and magical holiday with your family and friends! This is one of our favorite salads to eat, especially after holidays of rich, heavy meals. Many of my clients have made it and loved it. Now, I’m documenting it here so you can refer back to this recipe over […]
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Apr
Apr
It’s spring and our yards and gardens are sprouting fourth with life! So, what is the big deal about weeds? One person’s weed is another person’s treasured herb. A weed is simply a plant that is not meant to grow in a certain landscape. But really, the rainforest is one big group of weeds […]
Monday, I found out we lost a very dear person, Tom Spicer. We all knew Tom. He was not known as a big man in terms of physical stature, but he was a big man in that he was extremely smart and talented, had a wonderful sense of humor, a big heart, was a […]
I released my new book today on Raising Healthy Children! It made the best seller’s list! Raising Healthy Children is a comprehensive book full of encyclopedic information! This book is filled not only recipes and information about how you can raise your children in the healthiest possible way, but also includes resources, references […]
Staying Hydrated This Summer I was on The Broadcast, KTXD – TV, with Amy Kushnir. I talked about the importance of staying hydrated! That matters so much now that we are in the heat of the summer! Also, make sure your animals and wild animals have enough water as well. Drinking enough water can help […]
I love to garden!! I love picking fresh food straight from my garden! I know how healthy it is and what kind of seeds it is grown with. That is so important to me. Who has some wonderful tomatoes from your garden? I love tomatoes and I grew these! Here is one of my favorite […]
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Jul
Jul
Copper is a natural element in our world. It has been used for centuries in drinking glasses, cookware, tongue scrapers, and many other things. I thought it was just because it was durable and handled heat well and evenly, which is why I use copper cookware in my home. However, I learned it has other […]