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Sauerkraut and Eggs: A crazy-delicious (or just plain crazy) combination
My family travels a lot. This summer, we spent two months in a small town we love, and rented a small apartment for our stay. Not a fan of wasting food, I tried to budget our food purchases to fit our needs without going overboard – and that led to one of summer’s most interesting adventures… sauerkraut and eggs. If [...]
7 Reasons Collagen Isn't Just for Your Face
Many women in the United States associate collagen just with procedures that reduce wrinkles while making us look younger, so wrinkle fillers and anti-aging creams immediately come to mind. Collagen is good for your face but it’s also good for other parts of your body as well: hair, skin, nails, joints, tendons and lean muscle. Collagen also acts as [...]
Gelatin: More than just a jiggly dessert
It jiggles and wiggles, and it takes a little extra off your waistline while helping your body work better, be healthier, and function more smoothly. From bone broth to bubbly jello, there are hundreds of recipes for this healthful treat. Our grandmothers and great grandmothers cooked more gelatin-based dishes than we’ve ever dreamed of, and a quick glance through [...]
A Foodie's Guide to the History of Ghee
Named for its bright yellow color, ghee is more than just butter. This clarified cooking fat was most likely used to fuel lamps and heal skin ailments, but over time found its way to the plate – and that’s a very good thing. Ghee is, according to Hinduism, a true food of the gods. It’s loaded with health benefits, [...]
4 Food Documentaries worth Watching
Most people in the United States realize their neighbors and friends seem to be getting cancer and diabetes more frequently, and that more kids are overweight and not just chubby. According to the experts, kids need to exercise more, play outside, and get away from their computers and cell phones. And adults need to take [...]
Scrumptious Soup Recipes from Around the World
Soup makes the perfectly light dish we need after a few hot hours in the sun. It’s just the right thing for a summer evening. These recipes come from Burma, Greece, Brazil, and the United States, and include beef, fish, or chicken stock. Broth (stock) adds nutrients and flavor to any dish, and provides a light base that’s free [...]
Whole Foods, Essential Oils, and More of Granny’s Nutritional Guidelines
Chances are that your grandmother already forgot more about healthy living than you'll ever learn. From whole foods to essential oils, her nutrition tips are priceless wisdom. In this article, we're taking a deeper look at her advice... What Makes Soup so Special? From bone broth to chicken soup, liquid nutrition is a hot topic these days. [...]
How to Make Fish Broth
In the world of soup broth, there’s beef and chicken, and then there’s fish broth. Most people avoid making homemade fish broth because they can just smell that fishy smell even before they make it. Like everything in life, there are always choices. Though fish stock can be smelly and oily and literally stink up the entire house, it’s all [...]
10 Hidden Health Benefits of Fish Broth
These days, bone broth is all the rage – and with good reason. It’s a nutritious, filling, and comforting beverage with roots that are probably as old as cooked food. While bone broth stole center stage, however, an equally healthy and most-likely ancient treat flew under the radar. Fish broth. I know, I know. Fish juice. Sounds gross, right? If you’re [...]
4 Healthy 4th of July Desserts in under 40 minutes
For many of us, the 4 th of July is the official start of summer. The kids are out of school, it’s finally hot and often humid, and chances are it’s a long weekend. It’s also a chance to get together with families and friends to celebrate our nation’s independence, and to cook, eat and drink. We’ve shared some great recipes for [...]
