How does summer smell to you? What aromas make you happy? Maybe you haven’t thought about it much, unless you have seasonal allergies or a cold. Today, let’s appreciate our sense of smell. Taking time to enjoy the aroma of a delicious meal enhances the flavors and brings you...
Big weekend ahead. I wish all you fathers and like-fathers a very special Father’s Day this Sunday. May you enjoy a day filled with love, happiness, and all your favorite foods. Saturday, June 20th, 4:43pm central time, marks the 2020 Summer Solstice. It is the official...
Although a classic Nicoise salad is made with tuna, it’s nice with perfectly cooked salmon. Nicoise salad has all the light and vibrant flavors of a salad, with a satisfying heartiness too. What does Nicoise mean? A French phrase meaning "in the style of Nice (France)'',...
The amazing season known as summer is nearly upon us. When I think of it, my mind sees beaches, hammocks, pitchers of iced tea, grills in action, all wrapped around a laid-back attitude. I urge you to prepare to fully participate in SUMMER. You’ve got lots...
I am often asked about honey—if it’s healthier than sugar. Honey does contain sugar. Per tablespoon, honey has 64 calories and 17g of sugar. That being the case, it will cause blood sugar to levels to increase. Good to be aware of, especially if diabetes is...
4 cups strawberries, halved 2 Tablespoons arrowroot (or cornstarch or tapioca starch) 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup FOR THE CRUMBLE TOPPING 1 cup almond meal/flour (or all-purpose flour or oat flour) ½ teaspoon...
This recipe makes a delicious substitute for peanut butter cookies that avoids many of the common food allergens. And they're vegan and gluten free. Almond Butter Oatmeal Cookies 1 1/4 cups gluten free old fashioned oats 2 cups almond flour 1 teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon...
(The following article first appeared in the March 2018 issue of Get Healthy, a publication of The Northwest Indiana Times. Online version) Every morning while I got ready for school, mom would pack my lunch. Sometimes my main course was a salami, yellow mustard and sweet pepper sandwich...
Lilacs are in bloom, and they are magnificent. I have two small lilac bushes that I can snitch a few branches from and bring indoors for my enjoyment. They make me happy. Natural aromatherapy. It’s almost strawberry season, and I don’t want you to miss out. This...
Today, I’m sending you love and gratitude. (No mask required.) Maybe you’ve got plenty, and now you have extra. Please share. In the book, “The Miracle of Water,” the author Masaru Emoto, demonstrates how water’s unique role in transporting the natural vibration of these words can...