Let’s take a look at the human potential. How can we expand from our childhood, what is possible for us as an adult? How can we create a happy and truly fulfilling life for ourselves? In essence…
Food Movement Ideals in the World of Creating Eco-Friendly Rum
The History of the Americas and the Industrial Revolution are tightly linked to the rise of sugar cane growing and the many products created from this South Asian native grass. In this century, new me…
Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality: A History of Women + Power
What would our society be without women? Impossible to comprehend, right? And yet, women have been marginalized for hundreds and hundreds of years, fighting long and hard for equal pay, for voting rig…
The Secret Ingredient is the Touch of the Cook
I had soup last Friday evening, made by a street vendor in the mission district in San Francisco. On my way home I kept asking myself why soup tastes better a day or two old, rather than just cooked. …
Rice Pudding for Anyone and Everyone
Whether simple or decadent, this sweet treat has a variation that’s sure to please you. Find Chef Sita’s favorite, basic recipe here, and then get creative! For a soothing, sweet flavor, u…
What’s Making Our Children Sick? How Industrial Food Is Causing an Epidemic of Chronic Illness, and What Parents (and Doctors) Can Do About It
We know that environmental health and human health are inextricably linked. So, when we talk about sustainable agriculture and organic food as the foundation for social and environmental justice – we …
The Story of the First Organic and Biodynamic Winery in the U.S.
Katrina Frey is one of the leaders and one of the heroes of organic agriculture. As a young woman she and her husband Jonathan followed their conviction and took on the challenge to create the first o…
Marinated Mixed Olives are an Easy Appetizer
Marinated Mixed Olives can be mixed up in minutes, leaving you more time to focus on important things such as friends and … dessert. Additionally, this recipe suits a wide variety of guests’ dietary n…
Our Massive Problem with Sugar Addiction: What Can We Do?
The average American consumes about 150 pounds of refined sugar a year. That’s almost half a pound of refined sugar each day. Refined sugar is in everything, not just in sugary drinks, but even …
9 Simple Steps to Improve Digestion
Be good to your digestive system and it will be good to you. Our overall health relies on the health of our gut. Here are a nutrition consultant’s suggestion on how to improve digestion. 9 Simpl…