What are you really eating? I thought I knew what I was really eating, most of the time. But I really didn’t. That was until I watched “The Flavorists,” a segment on 60 Minutes about how food scientists specialize in tweaking tastes in our foods. The video also explains what “natural flavor” really is. After […]
What Are You Really Eating?
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How Clean is Your Yoga Mat?
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For the most part, I consider myself a clean person. I like a clean living space, clean desk and clean floors. I thought I was being “clean enough” with my yoga mat. But then I began to wonder: How clean is your yoga mat? The back story: A few years ago I went to the dermatologist […]
Sugar is Addicting: How Can You Stop the Addiction?
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Most people have a sweet tooth or a savory tooth. I have a savory tooth. If you ask what my favorite donut flavor is I’ll be truly hard-pressed to answer. But I can quickly tell you I love an everything bagel with cream cheese. I try to keep sweets out of our home, but that […]
The Honest Truth About Having a Dog and a Baby
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I received a lot of questions right after our daughter was born as to how her and our rescue dog Lulu were adjusting. Apparently dogs and babies are a hot topic! I continue to receive the questions so here’s the whole rundown. Looking back now, each period has had it’s challenges and benefits. Dogs and […]
The Best Canning Supplies You Need to Begin Home Canning
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When we moved into our 1950s cape cod home, I was delighted to find a canning closet in the basement. I was even more delighted when I purchased canning supplies and began my home canning adventure. I set out to try home canning as one of my efforts to do more homesteading. Plus, canning brings […]
Homemade Date Bars
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Recently I made a batch of my own Homemade Date Bars, followed by a second batch only a few days later. I really enjoy LARABARs. They are a great way to refuel after a workout. But I also enjoy making homemade foods, so this recipe is the best of both worlds. How to Make Homemade Date Bars Some […]
How to Cook Baby Food
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As my baby girl approached her six-month birthday I began to think more seriously about what kind of solid foods she would eat, and if I would cook baby food. Today, more companies are making organic baby food, but I still thought homemade, fresh food would be tastier and healthier. As someone who is already an avid […]