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. When…
8 Health Benefits of Bananas
Bananas are one of the most popular fruit on Earth – for good reasons: They are full of nutrients, delicious, and come in their own handy packaging! What are the health benefits of bananas? Let us count the ways! Nutritional…
A Guide to Therapeutic and Natural Healing with Essential Oils
Imagine there is a new world out there, a different dimension, right at your fingertips, that you could enter at any time, that can bring you joy, and pleasure, and healing. That world exists, and we will dive into that…
How to Grate Your Own Lemon, Lime or Orange Citrus Zest
It’s citrus time. All sorts of beautiful yellows, oranges, and reds fill the market. And, very likely, much of those vibrant colors are later seen in your compost bin. Might there be another way to preserve all of that gorgeous…
5 Healthy Sugar Substitutes: A Handy Guide to Keep in Your Kitchen
It’s no secret that refined sugar and artificial sweeteners pose major health risks. To take the holistic route, use concentrated sweeteners sparingly so that blood sugar levels can remain stable. For daily sweet treats, choose fresh, seasonal fruit. For baking…
Our Top 11 Favorite Dairy Substitutes
The first thing people say to me when contemplating whether or not to give up dairy is: “But I could never live without cheese.” I sympathize with that concern, but having followed a plant-based lifestyle for years now, I feel…
How the Peru Floods Impacted Banana Farmers
The first five months of the year are usually the most difficult for our Peruvian banana farmer partners due to weather difficulties. Problems due to the rainy season are expected. However, what’s happening with the Peru floods this year is…
The Avocado You Choose Can Protect Butterflies
The demand for avocados in the U.S. is rising at a breakneck pace. In 2015, Americans consumed double the amount of avocados as compared to 2008. While this growing demand for avocados has changed the dynamics of the avocado, produce,…
Instead of Another Fad Diet, Why Not Try Eating for Health?
The principles of Eating for Health are based on the premise that our cellular health is determined by the foods we eat. Damaged foods damage our cells. Fresh, healthy foods send the right messages to our cells’ DNA, encouraging healthy…
A Tuscan Tomato Skillet Recipe Bursting with the Flavors of Summer
Looking for a way to use up your summer harvest of tomatoes? The following Tuscan Tomato Skillet recipe from our friends at Cooking Guru is a simple and delicious preparation for brunch bursting with the fresh flavors of summer. Easily adapted for…
