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The Skinny on Keto (and what to do instead)

2024-07-29T14:21:38-06:00

The ketogenic diet has taken on new life over the past few years and the trend does not seem to be slowing. Originally developed in the 1920s as a therapeutic means to reduce epileptic seizures,

The Skinny on Keto (and what to do instead)2024-07-29T14:21:38-06:00

The Humble Collard Green

2026-01-18T16:30:48-07:00

Today we have a beautiful rain storm here and we are so happy for it. And since the trees still have their winter look, a warm dish for dinner is the plan. A few years

The Humble Collard Green2026-01-18T16:30:48-07:00

A quick message that explains a lot

2026-01-18T16:23:31-07:00

According to classical Ayurvedic texts, "There is nothing in the world which does not have therapeutic utility in appropriate conditions and situations." Conversely, no food or herb is assumed to help everyone always. Remember we

A quick message that explains a lot2026-01-18T16:23:31-07:00

Learn to love exercise again

2026-01-18T14:17:49-07:00

This is an excellent article on why exercise is necessary for health and a reminder of how easy and fun it can be to fit into our day: Link here

Learn to love exercise again2026-01-18T14:17:49-07:00

Day 3 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-01-18T12:44:45-07:00

Okroshka - Cold Kefir Soup From Russia While it may be the dead of winter for many of you, the sun was shining bright and it was warmish in Oakland so I could not resist

Day 3 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2026-01-18T12:44:45-07:00

Resting and Relaxing

2026-01-18T09:28:42-07:00

May 2019 Newsletter Re-post Hello and Happy May Day! I hope you are well and enjoying all the beauty of spring. Rest and Digest We all have heard the term “Fight or Flight” but

Resting and Relaxing2026-01-18T09:28:42-07:00

Day 9 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-01-18T08:10:49-07:00

Today I offer a delightful soup: Creamy Dreamy Watercress Soup It is the prettiest pale green and looks amazing with a swirl of yogurt or kifir and a sprinkle of herbs. The recipe calls for

Day 9 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2026-01-18T08:10:49-07:00

Day 7 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-01-18T07:48:27-07:00

OK, not technically soup, but a necessary element for all soups: Stock. Every once in awhile you may run out of stock and do not have time to make some. Here are 3 quick "stock"

Day 7 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2026-01-18T07:48:27-07:00