Raw Milk Rocks!
My family and I have been drinking raw milk for over 15Â years. I drank it when I was pregnant and my children drink it every day. They are all a …
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Organic is Passe?
The Washington Post ran an article last week about how the “USDA Organic” label is increasingly losing its integrity as more and more …
Evos: Healthy Fast Food?
My family went to Evos for lunch today. It was my first (and last) time there. Perhaps you’ve heard of the catchy marketing phrase they use …
The Truth about Soup
Soup is perceived by just about everyone as the quintessential healthy food. This reputation is well deserved. Soup truly is a wonder food IF it is …
Adrenal Exhaustion. A National Epidemic
I’ve found myself in conversations about adrenal exhaustion with a number of friends lately. These 6 little known symptoms of adrenal fatigue, …
Safest and Best Alternatives to Mammograms
Safe alternatives to mammograms for annual breast cancer screening that do not involve radiation or painful breast compression. I once asked my 91 …
Local, Whole Foods Under Attack
A primary goal for any Healthy Home Economist is to produce nutritious, home cooked meals for her family. Sounds simple, right? Unfortunately, …
Traditional Mexican Corn Preparation Methods
The second part of my blog about Mexican food concerns proper preparation of corn. See the first part about Mexican bean preparation. Corn is a grain …
Traditional Mexican Bean Preparation Methods
When someone mentions the words “Mexican food” to me, I immediately think of a dish that is comprised primarily of corn and beans. Of …
Don’t Take Antibiotics Lightly
I do my best to live a healthy, balanced lifestyle. While certainly not ever perfect, one main goal of living this way is to feel and do my very best …
Medical Bills tied to 62% of Bankruptcies
According to this article on msnbc.com today, 62% of bankruptcies are tied to medical bills, an increase of 50% in the past few years. “Unless …
How to Make Sprouted Flour at Home
How to make sprouted flour yourself at home by sprouting the grain of your choice for more nutritious, filling, and digestible baked goods. It saves a …