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Gardening? Pots? Beds? Vegetables? Flowers?
One of the most rewarding aspects of gardening is seeing the results of your efforts. Unfortunately, gardening is not instant gratification unless, of course, you’ve taken the “fast” track with the very popular instant flowers that you pull out of a cardboard box and thrust into the ground. Whether you choose to container garden with…
Read MoreFebruary is Bounce Back Month
Did you know that basically none of us keep our New Year’s Resolutions? Shocking, right? Well, bestselling author and life coach, Connie Bennett founded the National Bounce Back Month so we back-sliders can get back on track and recommit to our goals of healthier living, less adult beverages, regular visits to the gym, and more.…
Read MoreThere Are Many Paths to Better Health
Everyone wants to enjoy better health, yet we seem to have missed the mark on many levels. There are many health challenges in our world. Some, like heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure, mostly considered silent diseases, are usually found via blood work whereas other conditions are seen first in the face. I’ve seen…
Read MoreHoliday Cooking
Hosting a holiday dinner is work. No matter if you’re cooking and preparing for ten or thirty, the work is the same. Oh sure, there might be more potatoes to peel or places to set at the table, but in general, preparing a holiday sit down dinner is at least three days of full-time work…
Read MoreParsley – it Does a Body Good!
Eat your way to better health using a powerful herb that fights colon and lung cancers, creates greater bone density and comes in two varieties – leafy and Italian – it’s typically available in every produce department of your favorite grocery throughout the year…what could be better? Rich in Vitamin K, Vitamin C, and Vitamin…
Read MoreWhy We Love Broccoli!
Yum, yum! Eating raw broccoli dipped in chunky blue cheese dressing is one of my favorite food combinations. Lightly steamed broccoli without any adornments is delicious, too. Crunchy broccoli salad with red onion and bacon – oh boy! What is it with this fascination and desire for broccoli? This nutritious and delicious veggie contains cancer…
Read MoreThe many uses of garlic from “The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies”
I must admit – I love garlic! Even though I sometimes reek of this most potent workhorse, garlic is my favorite “go to” spice to use. As my granddaughter said as she tasted the garlic mashed potatoes, “you just can’t use too much garlic.” Yes, this bulb that is grown underground and closely related to…
Read MoreCooking with Cast Iron
Why I Love Cooking with Cast Iron! Did you grow up with your Mom and Grandmother cooking with cast iron skillets and other large, heavy black Dutch ovens, pots and pans? Well, I did! My Mom and Dad used our cast iron skillet daily. From breakfast to dinner, it seems there was usually something either…
Read MoreHot Cranberry Punch – OUTSTANDING!
Nina’s mother gave me this recipe years ago and it is so easy to make and quite the crowd pleaser! The aroma alone is delightful. Hot Cranberry Punch – by Reba Nichols, OklahomaThere is nothing more beautiful or tasty than this punch at Holiday Parties! 12 whole cloves & 4 sticks cinnamon bark — Seep…
Read MoreWill Eating Broccoli Stop Aging?
Broccoli is one of my most favorite veggies and it’s not unusual to find sprigs of it in the omelet’s I make, salads I create and soups that are on simmering on the stove. When I was growing up, my Mother only served broccoli that had been frozen so imagine my surprise when I discovered…
Read MoreRoy and Joy Martina on the Ageless Sisters
Check Out Health Podcasts at Blog Talk Radio with The Ageless Sisters on BlogTalkRadio The show with Joy Martina, PhD and Roy Martina, MD was lively and full of information! The Sleep Your Fat Away, Train Your Brain to Lose Weight Effortlessly system is available as a preorder at Amazon.com. There were many helpful hints and tips…
Read MoreGarlic & Onions Prevents Cancer!
Do you love onions and garlic? Well, I do and use them frequently in dishes I cook. The health benefits of this dynamic duo will help your day to day well being. Here’s what I found from the National Cancer Institute: “Several population studies show an association between increased intake of garlic and reduced risk…
Read MoreBaked Gala Apples Recipe
Ingredients: 1/3 cup dried cherries 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup chopped pecans ½ tsp cinnamon ¼ tsp nutmeg 6 Gala Apples, rinsed 1/2 cup Bragg’s apple cider vinegar 3 tablespoons butter cut into pieces 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup sour cream Directions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a large bowl…
Read MoreWhat Happens Inside Your Stomach When You Eat Instant Noodles?
Ever wonder what your stomach does to digest and assimilate the foods we eat? Well, here’s a first-hand look at ramen noodles in the digestion process. Read about it at Dr. Mercola’s site.
Read MoreHealthy Glow From Vegetables More Attractive Than Tanning
Want your skin to look better and better, year round without damaging it with tanning? Well, you’re in luck because just eating veggies and fruit high in carotenoid coloration will enhance your natural skin color. Broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes and carrots bring about the healthiest looking visage. If your skin is sagging, use Facial Magic…
Read More10 Ways to Use Apple Cider Vinegar Every Day!
Apple Cider Vinegar is my favorite “go to” remedy to soothe an upset stomach, enliven dull, drab hair and conquer perplexing skin conditions. There seems to be an endless stream of uses for this amazing liquid. My favorite brand is Braggs – organic, natural with “The Mother” and no pasteurization. Take Part
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