Do you know the difference between processed foods and whole foods? Most people just pass it off with a casual, “Well, process foods are worse for me and my kids…” This is true, but also an understatement. How they are worse, and how many foods are worse is a more frightening subject. Basically, processed foods [...]
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Pesto
1 large bunch fresh organic basil (about 4 oz) 2 c organic broccoli florets Large handful of raw organic macadamia nuts (or walnuts or pine nuts) 6 cloves organic garlic (or more or less depending on your preference) Good handful of organic grated parmesan reggiano (omit if you need dairy free) 1c organic olive oil [...]
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Cooking with Herbs for Health
We all use herbs in our cooking to enhance flavor, but did you know that herbs are a great source for antioxidants? Antioxidants have been shown protect against stroke, heart disease, and cancer. Many herbs also have antibacterial and antiviral effects which can help protect against contagious illnesses. Another benefit of adding herbs to your [...]
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Superfoods—What Are They?
You hear a lot about superfoods lately, but what are they? Basically, superfoods are foods that have the ability to reduce your risk of contracting certain diseases because of nutrient content or protecting skills. Some have even been shown to enhance mood. Most of these foods have a very high antioxidant content, which means they [...]
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Should Santa Clara Kill the Happy Meal?
Santa Clara County California has banned the sale of Happy Meals and other such enticing promotions focused on children. This effort is aimed at making children have healthier eating habits. NY Times reports: The criteria, which are based on federal standards and recommendations from the nonprofit Institute of Medicine, would apply to all fast-food restaurants [...]
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Keep on Truckin’
Organic food delivery might sound like an oxymoron but the people at Green Truck are aiming to dispel the notion that fresh and fast food go together. Green Truck is a new and innovative mobile catering company that is putting the taco trucks of yesterday far in the rearview mirror. The menu is gourmet but [...]
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Eating Eco
NY Restaurant: ABC Kitchen ABC Kitchen, called a “farm to table” restaurant is a new chic and sleek New York eatery that exemplifies a new style of cuisine, a culinary experience with a conscience. This unique and cozy restaurant serves such delectable delights as Clam, Mint and Parsley Pizza and Salted Caramel Peanut Ice Cream [...]
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Earth Day in the Kitchen—Celebrate our Planet
Here are some ideas to celebrate the Earth and get your kids thinking about how to better take care of themselves and our planet! Go to the Farmer’s Market. There are wonderful things to be found there: new fruits and vegetables that your kids may never have seen, locally produced honey, breads, chocolate, and [...]
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Why Buy Local and Organic?
Does buying local, organic food really make a difference? Absolutely! Here are just a few reasons why you should try to buy local and organically grown food whenever possible. If you need help trying to locate local growers, farmer’s markets, and organic markets, try using websites like www.localharvest.org to search for nearby sources of organic [...]
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Be Mine, Flavanoids! The go-to Valentine’s Day duo of chocolate and wine can actually benefit your health.
Chocolate is one of those things that people get fanatical about. I personally do not like chocolate—I know, I know, I’ve heard them all: “What?! How could you not like chocolate?”, “Oh my God, I’ve never, and I mean NEVER met anyone that doesn’t like chocolate.”, and “Good, more for me!” I’m the only person [...]
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