Root Vegetables The roots of any plant are its anchor and foundation; they are the essential parts that support and nourish the plant. Root vegetables lend these properties to us when we eat them, making us feel physically and mentally grounded and rooted, increasing our stability, stamina
Have you ever wished for a few more hours in the day? Why is it that some people seem to get everything done effortlessly and others feel that time constantly eludes them? The secret to managing your time well isn’t working more hours. It's about prioritizing
Most of us are aware of the importance of drinking enough water. Getting our daily dose of water helps our organs perform their functions, keeps our skin clear and hydrated, and allows physical action in our bodies to flow smoothly. Even with this knowledge, it
Summer is my favorite time of year and I like to squeeze out every last bit of the benefits of summer before it's over. Summer is often a time for serious play, time off and deep relaxation. Many of us use the summertime to rebuild our reserves for
Summer is finally in full force, and the living is easy! Doesn't it feel like everything seems promising in the summertime? The plants are in full bloom and the sun feels glorious on your skin. The longer days give you boundless energy, making you feel
Summer is almost here and that means I need to have plenty of healthy snacks on hand while the kids are home during summer vacation! One of my favorite snacks is granola. I like making my own granola because I hate that the boxed stuff
Quick quiz: How many servings are in a bag of snack-size whole grain crackers? Or a small bottle of locally-pressed juice? Or a lunchbox pack of granola bars? Hint: it’s not “one.” The above products often contain two or two-and-a-half servings per package. Can you eat just one? Sure,
Making homemade Almond Milk is super easy and better for you because there are no extra suspicious ingredients (such as carrageenan, which is actually harmful to our health - read more about carrageenan here). Homemade Almond Milk 1 cup whole raw almonds, soaked overnight; drain and rinse (yields
A quick and delicious Green Smoothie? Oh yes! I love green smoothies and I have one every single morning. I make a big batch for my family and this way I know that we all get a dose of greens for the day! Green smoothies are
Essential oils are awesome, but it's important to know that the quality of all the different brands of essential oils are not the same! I love to put lemon essential oil in my water when I don't have fresh lemons available and I like to add