Nutrition experts don’t often agree on many things, especially when it comes to food. However, blueberries seem to be the exception. They are cited as one of the top 10 superfoods, a nutrient-dense food you must consider as part of your diet. They are also considered an ... Continued
The Health Benefits of Strawberries
Strawberries are so fabulous there are festivals held in their honor. Have you ever heard of a strawberry festival? It is a grand outdoor festival full of fun and you guessed it, strawberries! There are exhibits, free music, amusement rides, animals, parades, the crowning ... Continued
Seven Healthy and Nutritious Plants for Your Garden
Spring time is upon us with summer soon to follow. And with that comes longer days. It is also the one time of year when you have the chance to plant your very own holistic garden. Gardening is a great way to connect with nature, and in bad economic times it is a great way ... Continued
The Benefits of Eating a Plant Based Diet
I switched to a plant-based diet almost 30 years ago and I can remember my apprehension in doing so. What would I eat on a plant-based diet? An obvious answer seemed to be plants, but was that it? Why should I even eat this way? If you are thinking about making the ... Continued
Organic Food May Lower the Risk of Pesticide Exposure
I recently came across a CBS Channel 2 in New York article online. They did a real good article on organic food, and mentioned that organic foods are less contaminated than “conventionally grown” commercial produce. You can check out the whole CBS article by following the ... Continued