People often want to talk to me about toxicity, or usually, they want to ask me what I think of detox diets or how they can tell if they need one. Want me to be totally honest? I answer differently every time, depending on what I know about the person who is asking me. When …
Too many things in your salad? Or: Too many toxins in your body?! Read More »
Thanks to the fabulous Sophia over at Raven Waves who nominated me for the Stylish Blogger Award! Have you checked out her blog? If not–please do! Here’s how it works… There are 4 duties to perform to accept this award: 1. Make a post + Link back to the person who awarded you this award. …
My friend Petra and I have had several discussions about how, when we come up with new recipes, we’d rather not try and make our fab new healthy foods sound like a spin-off of conventional foods. Some things, like Veganaise, make sense—it’s mayonnaise turned vegan. But, when I first made Chickpea Surprise (named by Petra), …
Thanks for your interest in the cilantro pesto! That stuff is great—but it is definitely more bitter than basil pesto. I’ll share the recipe with you below. I also want to tell you about a super cleansing mud mask (don’t worry, it does not involve cilantro pesto!). First, why cilantro? It’s a GREAT detoxifier, and …
A Heavy Metal Magnet Condiment and A Gunk Magnet Facial Read More »
Today, I begin teaching a new (to me) course called Vitamins, Herbs, and Nutritional Supplements. This is kind of fitting–as I’m prepping to write a succinct (hopefully) user friendly review of Magnesium, since it appears many people may be interested in this topic. (If you’re not, skip down to the bottom for a few pics!) …
I’m working at home again (read: big smile and daytime pj’s—which could usually double as yoga attire, but my yoga instructor is in India right now). I meant to go get coffee at Starbucks, but when I went outside, I only made it as far as Bruegger’s (crossing Monroe felt like too big of a …
Lazy Lady’s Guac, Daytime PJ’s, Winter Cleaning, More Veggies… Read More »
It’s back-to-work-day for me…but I’m working from home, so no complaints (even though dragging myself virtually into my classrooms this morning was a little rough. The plus side? I think my students are dragging too because no one has posted anything yet! That means I’m just prepping for my two new classes—ones I’ve never taught …
That super grain-like seed, plus a new way to smash your taters! Read More »
Even though I don’t make resolutions at New Year’s, I do see the value and impact that the connotation of the date can have on our lifestyles. And if you know me even a little bit, you know I’m all about cheating when it comes to getting healthier and improving habits (with minimal effort and …
Joe and I found out that Owl House is having a set dinner menu this evening, and as a result we decided to go there for lunch while Matthew was still with Mimi (my mom). Win! For dinner, it looks like we’ll be stuck with the original plan (to please my rib-lovin’ nephew), and we’re …
New Year’s Eve lunch was a big win. Takin’ one for the team at dinner… Read More »
It’s the week of Christmas. I have friends to visit (including 3 new babies that I haven’t met before), and only a slight amount of work to do(!). I’m looking forward to extra time with people I care about, and I’m feeling lucky that it’s not about the food or the presents—just about the people! …
Buckwheat, and gingerbread, and snow forts….and Christmas plans Read More »
