While we certainly see the value in various supplements like , we know that we cannot out-supplement a poor diet and that, ideally, we will get most of our vitamins and minerals from the f “Boosting your intake of fiber in your diet should be tops on the list of anyone hoping to improve their […]
Leanne Ely
Leanne Ely, C.N.C. is a NYT bestselling author with a passion to get families back to the dinner table one meal a time. :-)
http://savingdinner.comWhy You Don’t Need Grains or Gluten
There’s lots of talk in health circles, and now even in the mainstream media and food circles, about grains. They are highly controversial, as many people claim that eliminating grains and gluten from their diets have helped them overcomes chronic illnesses while the government still insists on grains being a part of every MyPlate. So […]
What Is Ghee and How Do You Use It?
Something that makes many people happy when they’re making the transition to a real food lifestyle is the fact that it involves bacon and butter. Bacon and butter from good sources have many benefits and most people love the taste of each. We particularly love a sweet basil butter or bone marrow butter. Butter’s cousin, […]
Real Food Bloody Mary Recipe
If you’re eating a real food diet, then chances are you’ve said goodbye to your diet sodas and PSL from Starbucks. You’ve probably ventured into making your own drinkable delights like lavender peach iced tea, hot chocolate, and coffee with weird stuff in it. Another beverage group that can prove to be difficult to surrender […]
Five Foods That Will Cool You Down
Is it just us, or has summer come in like a lion? After a rather harsh winter, we are now experiencing the opposite end of the spectrum complete with three digit temperatures accompanied by the thickest humidity. Thus, we encounter the great paradox of summer: the intense desire to spend more time outside and the equally […]
Benefits of Mustard
Yellow mustard is one of America’s favorite condiments. It is plentiful at backyard barbecues and ball fields as a topping for hamburgers and hotdogs. You can find it in potato salads, deviled eggs, and as a dipping sauce for pretzels. If you’re interested in ensuring a healthier version of the classic yellow mustard, you can […]
Benefits of Rhubarb
When most people think of rhubarb, they immediately think of rhubarb pie. But there is much more to this fruit than just a great pie filling! This post from Leanne discusses the poisonous side of this unique fruit and unveils the many health benefits of rhubarb. Be sure to incorporate rhubarb into your recipes this […]
Benefits of Collard Greens
Collard greens may remind you of supper-time at your grandma’s, especially if you are from the southern part of the U.S. Collard greens are usually cooked until tender and served as a side dish, but they can also be juiced for their nutritional value! This post from Leanne lists numerous benefits of collard greens and […]
An Onion Primer
Do you know that onions are important when it comes to adding flavor to dishes, but not quite sure which onions are best for what? This excellent post from Leanne explores the various kinds of onions and in what they are to be used. Let this onion primer be your guide as you venture out […]
All About Coconut Butter
Many people confuse coconut butter and coconut oil as one in the same. However, where coconut oil consists of the pure oil of the coconut, coconut butter is made from the meat of the coconut. Coconut butter, therefore, is another healthy way to consume the rich nutrition of a coconut. This post talks about how […]