The Good and the Bad about Sweeteners

Agave, Honey, Stevia, Coconut Palm – the List Goes On… A few weeks ago I was at Whole Foods Market ordering a smoothie from their menu and asked for a modification of their listed ingredients, as I often do.  I asked that they use Honey instead of Agave and use Kale instead of Spinach.  Generally… Continue reading The Good and the Bad about Sweeteners

Are Nuts Really Healthy?

Are you buying “raw” nuts that are not really raw?   Should you pay extra for Organic nuts?  And, why bother soaking them? Eating nuts and seeds are a great way to add vitamins, minerals, fiber, and essential fatty acids to our diet…. but only if you know what you buying and how they are prepared.… Continue reading Are Nuts Really Healthy?

Soaking Nuts Recipe

Soaking nuts makes them more digestible, provides more nutrients, takes out the anti-nutrients and the flavor is enhanced. Drying or dehydrating nuts helps to preserve nutrients. My daughter is unfortunately allergic to nuts so I couldn’t take my own pictures. But, soaking and drying nuts and seeds is something I have done before my little… Continue reading Soaking Nuts Recipe