Anti-oxidant Berry Salad
Salad:6 c. fresh spinach1/4 c. thinly sliced scallions1/2 pt. fresh strawberries, hulled6 oz. goat cheese1/2 c. sliced almonds, lightly toasted In a large salad bowl, combine spinach, strawberries and scallions, tossing to combine. Toss in crumbled goat cheese and almonds. Dressing:3 T. quality red wine vinegar2 T. superfine sugar5 T. canola oil2 T. freshly squeezed […]
Simply Organic: A Cookbook for Sustainable, Seasonal, and Local Ingredients
Asparagus and Scallops This is a perfect dish for springtime, served with fresh rolls and a crisp white wine. 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons sugar 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 whole canned chipotle chile pepper, pureed or minced 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro 1 pound […]
Kid-Friendly Treat: Best Ever Granola By Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers
Granola can be great tasting hippie food, but buyer beware. On one side, some of the packaged brands cram a lot of unfamiliar flavors in the mix. While these ingredients are often healthy, the flavors can be tough to swallow for kids. On the flip side, the more mainstream brands cram a lot sugar and […]
Weekend Finds
Organic MainstreamI am getting married this coming fall and in my searches online (looking for something, finding something else totally unrelated) I was happy to see that Nordstrom’s has their own organic shopping nook complete with sections for Women, Juniors, Men, Kids, Beauty, and Home. While a lot of the products look like they are […]
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Top 10 Reasons to Go Organic!
1. Organic products meet stringent standards – Organic certification is the public’s assurance that products have been grown and handled according to strict procedures without persistent toxic chemical inputs. 2. Organic food tastes great! – It’s common sense – well-balanced soils produce strong, healthy plants that become nourishing food for people and animals. 3. Organic […]
Everyday Earth Day I
Below are some of our favorite everyday tips for celebrating Earth Day! Shop organic! Support farmers and grocers who work to keep pesticides out of the ground and our bodies—organic food is not just good to eat, but good for our planet. More >> Use cloth shopping bags Cut down on the amount of paper […]
A Seductively Healthy Valentine’s Dinner
What can you do to make a special Valentine’s Day dinner for your sweetie? Make it hot, make it healthy, and make it easy! Studies show that spicy foods can raise your heart rate, cause flushing, and generally mimic some of the effects of sexual stimulation. For centuries, chiles and other heat-inducing ingredients have been […]
The Family Dinner: Quick and Easy
Everyone enjoys homemade meals, but few of us have the time to devote to home-cooking. Preparing your own food allows you better control over the quality of ingredients that go into each meal. Cooking at home gives you the option of selecting high-quality fresh organic ingredients for you and your family. Takeout and pre-package meals […]
Flu-Fighting Foods
Winter doesn’t have to mean the misery of colds, flu, and other viral infections if you feed your body what it needs to fight them off. A run-down body that is out of balance internally and externally provides an inviting environment for viruses to come in and stay for a while. While it is difficult […]
Q&A: Sara Snow
Introducing Sara Snow from the soon-to-premiere show on the Discovery Health Channel, Get Fresh with Sara Snow! Sara was raised the "natural way"—before it was en vogue to be "green"—and attributes her healthy lifestyle to the food and lifestyle choices she learned growing up. Here, she offers her thoughts on prioritizing organic food choices, a […]