Almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk, hazelnut milk, oat milk, hempmilk… new varieties of non-dairy milks have been popping up all over grocery store shelves. But are these milk substitutes healthy? Well, not really. While these milk substitutes sound good according to the claims on the packages (things like as much calcium as milk and heart healthy), the ingredients in […]

If a box, wrapper or carton extolls its contents as “all natural,” it probably isn’t. Since it doesn’t fit under a strictly regulated definition, the word “natural” covers a myriad of sins (including beaver’s butt and pesticide drenched GMOs… yeah). One such sin in “natural” and even certified organic food is carrageenan. A Unnatural Awakening I first awoke to […]

Uses for ginger salt Flavored salts make an elegantly flavorful addition to any meal or even dessert. Here are some of the ways that I’ve enjoyed this ginger salt: Sprinkled on baked shrimp and salmon Tossed with sauteed or steamed veggies Lightly sprinkled on fresh pineapple (weird but SO YUM!) In chicken salad In egg salad […]

It seems that nowadays “organic” and “grass-fed” are buzzwords; but are we really aware of what these terms mean? Is there even a difference between organic and grass-fed beef? With so many terrific and healthy beef recipes available to us, it’s important that we understand how we can ensure their quality by using the best […]

“Superfoods” are foods that boost your health and are beneficial for trimming your body. The bonus? These foods are tasty and are easy to incorporate into your diet. Cynthia’s list of nine awesome superfoods will fill you in on why these specific foods are so good for you. “Who doesn’t want to eat delicious food […]

Eating real food can prove to be a challenge at times. But, at the end of the day, when we know what is truly best for us, we must find the motivation and the strength to continue in our health and wellness goals. When obstacles arise, it is helpful to be aware of them and […]

When you hear the phrase “100 Calorie Snacks”, you probably think of those pre-packaged snacks of cookies or chips. Not only are those snacks lacking in taste, they are actually detrimental to your overall health. In this post, Cynthia reveals fifty different suggestions for real and healthy 100 calorie snacks that can be made in […]