Are you afraid of trying different foods? I was afraid and non-adventurous, but not anymore. Each time I venture to the Dekalb Farmers Market: A World International Market, I make it a habit of purchasing something that I have never tried. Trying new food is fun. It is not only fun, but the nutritional benefits from these new foods are quite amazing. I never knew that so … [Read more...] about Millet is Not Just for the Birds: It is Good for You Too
Using Non-Toxic Non-Stick Cookware
Today we have, Jakob Barry as our guest blogger. While standing over your stove-top sautéing dinner consider this: the non-stick pan you are using may be harmful to your health! True, department stores and manufacturers don’t make a practice of placing warnings on cookware but the unfortunate reality is the majority of standard non-stick pans emit toxic chemicals at high … [Read more...] about Using Non-Toxic Non-Stick Cookware
Spring Cleaning Time: The Daniel Fast
The countdown is on for spring cleaning. And I am not talking about cleaning my house. The type of spring cleaning I am doing for the month of March is that of cleaning my body-temple. I am doing a partial fast known as The Daniel Fast. Those of you who know about the Daniel Fast know that the fast is a plant-based fast. You are now probably wondering why I am doing a fast … [Read more...] about Spring Cleaning Time: The Daniel Fast
Boost Your Health by Juicing Nature’s Bounty
One of my goals for 2011 is to juice daily. Have I accomplished my goal? Let's just say, I am still working on it. Since, I have done research for this article, I will have 8 ounces of fresh juice daily. It is something about reading the benefits and seeing it all in writing that motivates me to make this goal a reality. Importance of Juicing It is a known fact that many … [Read more...] about Boost Your Health by Juicing Nature’s Bounty
One Hundred Ways to Live to Be 100
I was in the book store yesterday and this book caught my attention. Yeah, I am a sucker for books. And to think I purchased Alicia Silverspoon's hardback last weekend. Oh, well, I love books. The reason this book caught my eye is because, I want to know the secrets. Secrets of Longevity: Hundreds of Ways to Live to Be 100, written by Dr. Maoshing Ni, is an easy read, with … [Read more...] about One Hundred Ways to Live to Be 100
5 Historical and Inspirational Vegetarians
Today's post is written by our guest blogger, Maria Rainier. When you think of vegetarians and vegans, you think of Hayden Penettiere or Alicia Silverstone. These ladies are following in the footsteps of bigger, more inspirational names. Pythagoras, 570 – 470 B.C. Most people know Pythagoras from math class and his mathematical theories. Less well-known is his religious … [Read more...] about 5 Historical and Inspirational Vegetarians