Our bodies are happiest and healthiest in a slightly alkaline state. The general rule of thumb is to eat about 70-80% alkaline food and 20-30% acid forming foods for good health. Unfortunately, the diet of most North Americans is comprised…
I was so excited to make Turkey Vegetable Pot Pie with Whole Wheat Crust. I had just cooked a turkey and knew I could use it to make a few different meals for lunches and the freezer! I found this…
I have two dishes for you to try this week! The first is a rice dish that is full of interesting flavors. If you prepare the recipe as written (using the pistachios, which I deleted because of nut allergies), you…
Did you know that there are tremendous health benefits in your spice cabinet? In fact, about 1⁄2 teaspoon of cloves will contribute more dietary antioxidant than a 1⁄2-cup serving of blueberries and, 1⁄2 teaspoon of dried oregano contains the equivalent…
Want to eat a whole foods diet on a regular basis? Start meal planning! I love the idea of meal planning, but admit that I have not been consistent with this practice. However, I know that when I do take…
Since many people have losing weight as one of their New Year resolutions, I wanted to begin the year by sharing 5 weight loss tips for you to think about. Don’t go on a diet. Instead, make a commitment with…
Do you know of a Mom who wants to feed her family "real food" but doesn't know where to begin? A Family Nutrition Package just might be that perfect gift for her! “Wading through all the information on the Internet…
There is nothing like a bowl of steaming soup on a cold winter day, and the most nutritious way to make it is with your own broth. I occasionally made broth in the past, always after a turkey dinner, or…
Would you like to feel better, lose weight and keep it off, and develop habits that set you on a path to a healthier life? If you start to take small steps every day to incorporate the 4 P’s into…
The first signs of fall have never impressed me as I morn the end of summer. But once I realize there is no turning back and I begin to embrace the cosiness that chilly weather brings I get excited. This…