Surely you have heard the saying, "You are what you eat." While you won't turn into a hot dog just because you eat them, there is some truth to this saying; what you eat affects your health and your appearance, so in essence, you are what you eat. While it's obvious that your diet affects your physical health and well being, many forget that skin is also greatly affected by … [Read more...] about 10 Best Foods for Healthy Skin
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How to Deal with Family after Changing your Eating Habits
I received an email from Trinity asking: I am about to go out of town to visit family. I do not want to offend in any way. I have changed my eating habits so much since the last time I visited my family. I know that there will be many opportunities to make healthy food choices; but at the same time, I don’t want to make anyone feel that I’m, in no way, acting as if I am … [Read more...] about How to Deal with Family after Changing your Eating Habits
The Benefits of Turmeric
My first experience using turmeric was in scrambled tofu. I noticed that turmeric gave the scramble a cool yellow color similar to what you would see in scrambled eggs. Whenever I cook tofu scramble, I always use turmeric. I love the flavor it adds to the scramble as well as the color. Note: Turmeric gives mustard its yellow color. I now use turmeric when I cook … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Turmeric
Walnut Pear Torte from Carolyn’s Recipe Corner (raw vegan dessert)
Dessert anyone? Today, from Carolyn's recipe corner is the Walnut Pear Torte. This is no ordinary dessert, because it is not cooked and has ingredients that are healthier for you. Let's get to cooking or should I say, "un-cooking." Walnut Pear Torte Adapted from recipe by Renee Loux Ingredients Walnut Crust 2 cups walnut 4 soft pitted dates 2 Tablespoons of … [Read more...] about Walnut Pear Torte from Carolyn’s Recipe Corner (raw vegan dessert)
The Four Most Commonly Deficient Minerals
I was flipping through one of my many books and came across some very interesting information. Many of you know that sometimes we may become deficient in certain minerals. In order to avoid becoming deficient, it is a good idea that you eat a variety of foods. Dr. Bernard Jensen, author of Foods That Heal, found that his patients had four chemical elements of which … [Read more...] about The Four Most Commonly Deficient Minerals
How to Continue Eating Healthy During the Economic Downturn
Have you noticed that your grocery bill has gone up? I know you have, because I have. You are probably thinking that you cannot continue eating the healthier cleaner foods, because those foods cost more, but do not stop eating healthy because of the prices. There are ways you can cut corners while keeping more your money in your pocket. If you are into purchasing all … [Read more...] about How to Continue Eating Healthy During the Economic Downturn