Great Organic Beauty Site
Puresha offers cult and niche organic skin care products sourced from all over the globe. They only stock products that have naturally derived and organic ingredients and believe that organic doesn’t have to mean that you compromise on luxury. They also gift wrap every order using eco-friendly packaging. Puresha has a great reputation that is […]
Organic Money Saving Tips
Making the effort to buy organic products is a healthy choice, but it can have an undeniable impact on our budgets. To save you time, energy, and money, we offer the following tips for buying organic on a budget.Comparison Shop. You may be able to find less-expensive alternatives at different stores. Many major chains are […]
To Salt or Not To Salt
It’s no wonder that salt has gotten a bad reputation lately. We hear salt blamed for everything from heart problems to excess weight to that uncomfortable bloated feeling. We see the term “low-sodium” so often applied to diet plans or products that we believe we must avoid or at least decrease our salt intake in […]
Broccoli: Eat it Weekly!
Broccoli has been around for more than 2,000 years. Initially it was eaten primarily by the Italians, with the Romans taking the lead. Historically, broccoli has not been a popular veggie as many cultures did not care for its taste—with the U.S. being one of those cultures. Broccoli started being planted in gardens in the […]
Adding More Flax Seed to Your Family’s Diet
Flax seeds are rich in Omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid and fiber, nutritional beneficials it is likely your family could use more of. If you have never purchased flax seed, it is located in the baking section of most supermarkets. It is available as whole seeds or ground—finely ground flax seed yields the most nutritional benefits. Whole […]
Fishing for Organics
As the organic marketplace continues to grow, government and environmental agencies, farmers, and conscious consumers continue to look for ways to classify products of all kinds as pesticide- and chemical-free. Fish are no exception. Possibly one of the most difficult to classify and, arguably, one of the most heavily contaminated foods available, seafood in general […]
Organic Farming
Texan farmer that has been farming organically for the last 15 years. Learn why!
Celebrate Green in 2009
Here are some great drink recipes to ring in the new year with! Check ’em out and see which ones you may serve at your party this New Year’s Eve! New Year’s Eve Green Drinks!
Holiday Parties
‘Tis the season this year at those festive holiday parties by bringing your favorite organic appetizer! With the selection of organic wines and foods out there the sky’s the limit! Try pairing organic cheeses with some organic pears, apples and grapes! Or surprise your hostess or host with a your favorite bottle of organic wine […]
Pear Nog— By, Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers
Here is a twist on a traditional festive drink for the Holiday season that the whole family and friends will enjoy and love! Ingredients:• 1 pear peeled, cored and cut in chunks• 1 cup of egg nog (dairy or soy)• 2 ice cubes cracked• Dash of cinnamon Directions:Place all ingredients in blender. Blend at high […]
Passion For Pomegranates by, Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers
Pomegranates are quite unique. Slightly sweet. Slightly tart. Pomegranates are fun to eat, but they do require a little work. Inside the crimson-colored fruit, you’ll find exactly 840 arils. These are seeds surrounded by a sac of sweet-tart juice. The arils are held together in layers resembling honeycomb. Simply peel off the arils and pop […]
Bakeovers, by MaryJane Butters
One of the menu staples at my farm is a BakeOver, a one-skillet savory meal or sweet dessert that can be made with virtually any combination of fresh vegetables or fruit. It’s fast, it’s easy, and best of all, it’s homemade. The idea for BakeOvers came to me years ago, but figuring out what to […]