Believe in the Beet

Ask and you shall receive. In my last post I wished for beets, and low and behold the very next Tuesday some beautiful beets arrived in my veggie box. I didn’t have the opportunity to enjoy them until last night but they were well worth the wait. I’ve...

What a Pear!

Less than two weeks and it’s autumn once again. The air will start to grow drier as the moistening yin of nature pulls back towards the earth.  In Chinese medicine the organ associated with Autumn is the Lung, also referred to as the “delicate...

The Price of Wellness

My new obsession is healthier beauty products. I’m becoming more and more aware of the dangers of the chemical toxins found in so many of my used-to-be favorite brands, and as I march steadily down the path of wellness, I’m continuing to realize that...

“Stay Away from the Cans!”

No one can knock the bean. Vegetarians swear by them as a source of protein. They’re high in soluble fiber which helps lower cholesterol and promote good heart health. Full of cancer fighting antioxidants… Low glycemic index… Loaded with nutrients....

To Wear or Not to Wear Sunscreen

There are a lot of opinions out there about sunscreens. Both camps argue valid points. The advocates fear bad burns and abnormal moles gone awry while those opposed will warn of parabens and other toxic chemicals. Then of course there’s the...

The Scoop on Reusable Grocery Bags

They help the environment and allow us to carry an heavier load than their evil plastic counterparts, but like all things there’s a down-side to the reusable grocery bag. Fortunately it’s one that is easily remedied. A study done in Tuscan, Los Angeles and...