I started learning about organic food options when I worked for an agriculture attorney back in my early 20s. At that time, conventional farming was at a crossroad and there were a lot of unknowns coming into the picture. For the health and safety of my family, we began seeking organic alternatives despite the hype […]
Creative Ways to Use Those Thanksgiving Leftovers
For many Americans, Thanksgiving is a day characterized by good-natured excess. We pile all of our favorite seasonal foods onto a plate and then dig in—often going back for seconds, even thirds! For as much as we eat, though, it’s seldom as much as we prepare—which means that, when the dust settles and Thanksgiving […]
Alternative Main Dishes for Your Thanksgiving Day Meal
Turkey is the iconic symbol for Thanksgiving, and has been the traditional main course served at this sumptuous feast every year. However, not everyone enjoys the taste of turkey, regardless of how it’s prepared. If you’re looking to expand your taste buds this year, but still want to enjoy a large family meal, […]
Childhood Nutrition and Diet: 5 Myths You Should Be Aware of
Proper diet and nutrition is very important during the developmental stages of childhood. Parents are advised to learn more about nutrition in order to see through the mainstream myths listed below. Natural Ingredients Many processed foods claim they use natural ingredients. What they technically mean is they use processed ingredients that was once real […]
Choosing the Perfect Barbeque Oven for Family Parties
There is common assumption that you must have a backyard so that you can host a barbeque party for your family. Sure, you cannot light up coal in your apartment because that would be suicidal. But who said that you can only use coal so that you can do barbeque? If you have a […]
Smart Snacking: Nutritious Ideas for that Mid-Afternoon Lull
By the time mid-afternoon arrives, during the work week, it feels like the perfect time for a quick snack. If you are likely to grab a bag of potato chips or a candy bar, you may want to think about alternative treats. Luckily you don’t need to eat boring snacks during your mid-afternoon lull. […]