October 19th, 2008
This summer I took my first stab at growing my own food and I have to say, the results have far exceeded my expectations.
In fact, quite successfully, I grew sun gold tomatoes (pictured here) that we’re still picking and eating. I love their petite size and the burst of sweetness you get when you pop one
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October 18th, 2008
It was a chilly 40-something degrees this morning but that didn’t stop me and my friend Marjorie from heading to the farmers’ market for some fresh fruit and veggies. I just can’t stand the cold and today was a serious reminder that chillier days are just around the corner. Buy there’s not much that can
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October 16th, 2008
I was sitting down a little while ago thinking about what we’d have for dinner tonight that would be quick. It’s a busy evening in our household and time is precious. But that’s when I looked in the refrigerator and remembered that I grilled extra chicken last night, specifically so that I could put together
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October 15th, 2008
Today, ten of thousands of bloggers are raising awareness about poverty on Blog Action Day and I’m happy to be a part of the movement.
As a health counselor, I can’t help but be struck and troubled by how poverty dramatically impacts the health of people across this country. Lack of resources far too regularly impacts
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October 15th, 2008
Here’s a question for you: will eating only organic food give you all the nutrients you need to support and protect your body?
If you said no, you’re on to something and keep reading. And if you said yes, DEFINITELY keep reading.
I’m reminded every day that our food sources, even organic fruits and vegetables, are often
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