Did you know you can make marshmallows out of this peculiar plant? Anything is possible when it comes to okra! Whether it’s a treat you’re creating at home with your family or an on-the-go snack, okra marshmallows will certainly become one of your favorites. Check out this amazing recipe by Katrina Blair. The following is an excerpt from The Whole Okra by Chris Smith. It has been adapted for the web. This creative recipe falls squarely into the you’ve- got-to-try-it-to-believe-it category. For ... Read the Post
Okra Marshmallow Delights Recipe (+ Eating Okra All Winter!)
Elderflowers & Elderberries (+ Drink Recipe!)
We should just change the name of summer to elderberry season. It’s the perfect time to pick these berries (which aren’t actually berries) and make delicious jams, drinks, and sauces. Cooking or fermenting elderberries is crucial to unlocking their flavor. Once they are processed you will actually have an end product with plenty of health benefits as opposed to the raw berries which will get you sick. At the end of this post we have included a recipe for an elderberry gin drink, called “Bug ... Read the Post
Boost Your Energy Level By Eating More Yogurt
In our house, yogurt is not just a simple food, but rather a nutritional powerhouse that we cannot get enough of. We have made it a habit to prepare our own yogurt whenever possible, following the delightful process outlined in my post: How to Make Your Own Yogurt. The satisfaction of crafting our own is truly unparalleled. However, on those hectic days when time is at a premium, we opt for purchasing organic yogurt that aligns with our commitment to healthy living. The benefits of ... Read the Post
Ease Your Seasonal Affective Disorder with Food and Lifestyle Changes
The deeper winter months, ever since college, really affect me. The lack of sunlight caused me to encounter a relationship with SAD, which I have learned I am much better treating with my food than with supplements. Actually, most people will absorb their vitamins much better with the food they take in! Not being one for eating a few large meals a day, I prefer to snack throughout the day. I will talk more about this after covering some facts about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Plenty ... Read the Post
Your Ultimate Guide to Healing With Herbs (+ Why I Love Herbal Cleanses!)
There are many different uses for herbs especially when it comes to medicinal uses, especially homeopathic uses. Millions of people are now looking for more natural ways to provide relief for their ailments. As we know, the best way to get our medicine is through our food. I adore herbs, whether they be dried or fresh, used in cooking or infused in water. There’s nothing quite like the taste of fresh herbs in recipes you prepare. If you’re lucky enough to have an herb garden you can enjoy that ... Read the Post
Your Ultimate Guide to a DIY Herbal Medicine Chest (+ Why I Love Dandelions!)
Many years ago, it used to be that the majority of people relied on natural and herbal and botanical remedies. But then that sort of got pushed aside and modern medicine took over. There's no doubt that modern medicine has done a lot of good. But it's not without its downside. Sometimes people end up over-medicated for health issues that can be treated simply and effectively at home. With all due respect to the medical industry, they have some of the very best diagnostic and emergency ... Read the Post