In past articles, I have touched on how to read a label for packaged food, but today I wanted to write about deciphering labels when buying meat and eggs. Understanding how to source quality protein and why it’s essential is a cornerstone to building foundational health. Before we jump in, let me validate something for you; whether you’re new to …
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“Is it Cacao or Cocoa? Am I spelling it right?” I’ve pondered this question for years. I thought they were the same, but they aren’t. While Cacao and Cocoa have similar origins, they have some essential differences that will distinctly differ. They both come from the beans of the cacao plant; they are both milled and processed. However, the difference …
It’s Spring, and I am already planning my garden. I have six raised beds and several large containers to grow my food. Growing tomatoes and peppers are my favorite, but I also grow a variety of lettuce, kale, radish, carrots, beets, potatoes, along with berries and herbs. I typically purchase all other in-season vegetables at a local …
Cauliflower is one of several vegetables in the cruciferous, or brassica, family. This family also includes broccoli, cabbage, brussels sprouts, and kale. People most often identify cauliflower in its white flesh, but you can also find it in orange, green, and purple. These cauliflower colors can pop in any salad, soup, or stir fry. Cauliflower has …
These cupcakes are grain-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free. They are, by far, the best fudgy and dense cupcakes I have ever tasted. Print Recipe Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes These cupcakes are grain-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Try adding a pinch of Cayenne pepper for a nice kick. They are, by far, the best fudgy and dense cupcakes I …
My neighbor made these for a dinner party, and I had to steal the recipe and modify a bit. They are a perfect dense brownie that I made into mini cupcakes. I have listed baking directions for both cupcakes and brownies. Print Recipe Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes These gluten-free chocolate cupcakes are nut-free, egg-free, dairy-free, and …