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Hemp – Great Source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids

January 15, 2016January 8, 2009 by Laurel McBrine

Earlier this year, Ruth’s Hemp Foods presented their flax bars on QVC and they were very popular!They have a great deal right now, because they are clearing out overstock from that appearance. Super Special – $10 / box!! (that’s $0.80 per bar!) Each box contains … Read more

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Hemp Seed – Another Miracle Food!

January 15, 2016January 7, 2009 by Laurel McBrine

I have discovered a Canadian company that manufactures yummy treats from Hemp and other healthy ingredients, full of protein, good fats and fibre. I had been hunting the internet, looking for gluten free foods, and found a recommendation for a gluten free burger manufactured by … Read more

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Cultured Vegetables – Miracle Health Food Extraordinaire

January 15, 2016September 13, 2008 by Laurel McBrine

I have been experiencing a few digestive issues of late, so while searching for natural cures, I stumbled upon a book, The Body Ecology Diet by Donna Gates, that recommends cultured vegetables for their good bacteria. This is an excellent alternative for people who do … Read more

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TRYING TO CUT DOWN ON CAFFEINE?

January 15, 2016May 4, 2008 by Laurel McBrine

Here is a neat tip taken from Healthy Living from the Inside Out by Mariel Hemingway: Decaffeinate any tea yourself by pouring in the hot water, letting steep for 15-20 seconds and tossing the water. This removes 80-90 percent of the caffeine from the leaves. … Read more

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WHEN YOU CAN’T AFFORD OR FIND ALL ORGANIC . . .

January 15, 2016May 1, 2008 by Laurel McBrine

Here is a great idea from an Oprah show – an easy recipe for veggie wash. I own a bottle of some kind of liquid, purchased many moons ago, which I have used to soak grapes from time to time, but this sounds easier and … Read more

Categories Nutrition & Healthy Eating Tags environment, health 1 Comment

Oats – The Perfect Breakfast

January 15, 2016January 14, 2008 by Laurel McBrine

Okay, I have to confess, oats are not my favorite food – usually slimey and mushy and flavorless. Blech. However, I have discovered the secret for the best tasting and most nutritious oatmeal – soaking! First of all, don’t buy quick cooking oats. They are … Read more

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Superfood!

January 15, 2016January 10, 2008 by Laurel McBrine

I have recently discovered a new superfood. Apparently, Salba is the best whole food source of Omega 3 fatty acids and fiber found in nature. It is a great source of calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, antioxidants, folate and protein. Salba is very low in carbohydrates, … Read more

Categories Nutrition & Healthy Eating Tags fiber, nutrition, Salba, supplements, whole grain Leave a comment
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