Frozen Egg Recall - possible Salmonella

American Egg Products Recalls Frozen Egg Product Because Of Possible Health Risk

American Egg Products of Blackshear, Georgia, is recalling five pound cartons of frozen egg product, Lot #272-1, because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious a...

10 Dairy-Free Foods Rich in Calcium article

Another great article from Sprout Savvy:
http://sproutsavvy.com/food/10-dairy-free-foods-rich-in-calcium/

Jerusalem Artichoke question

So, my mom wanted to plant Jerusalem artichoke. I did. I know nothing about this plant at all. I left it in the planter until the tops pretty much died. The container it was in, I decided to clean out and use it as a new worm composter. There were a bunch of little Jerusalem artichoke tubers. Tiny, in some cases. What the heck can I do with these. Should I try replanting them? Can we eat these tiny things?

Turmeric article

Turmeric | Organic Indian Ayurveda Healing Herb

Turmeric herbal formula contains special compounds that help support many of your body systems, including your immune system, liver functions and joint support.*

Spinach Recall - possible Listeria

Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market Voluntary Recalls One Date Code Of f&e™ Brand Washed Spinach Because Of Possible Health Risk

Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market Inc., is voluntarily recalling fresh bagged Washed Spinach 12oz, with the Enjoy by date of OCT 16 sold under the f&e™ label. The recall notification is being i...

How to Harvest Lettuce article

How to Harvest Lettuce - Urban Organic Gardener

Share. Once your lettuce grows to be about 4-6 inches, you can safely harvest it and it will grow back again. To harvest, simply place your thumb and pointer fingers about 2 inches above the soil and ...

Laughter Yoga article

Laughter Yoga: Need a Healthy Laugh? - Dr. Weil

Can you discuss laughter yoga? I've heard it might help in many ways, from stress relief to exercise. Is this the real thing or a put-on?

Vitamin D May Prevent Cavities article

I believe this to be true. I haven't had any more tooth loss or additional cavities since starting on higher IU of Vitamin D about 2 years ago. Now, I'm working on reversal of some of the damage with some other supplements, which will take a while to see if that works.

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Vitamin D May Help You Avoid Dental Caries

Getting vitamin D from safe sun exposure may help reduce dental caries because this nutrient promotes calcium metabolism.

20 Tips To Use Less Plastic article

This is a really good article from Sprout Savvy:
http://sproutsavvy.com/family/20-tips-to-use-less-plastic/
"Nearly every piece of plastic ever made is still in existence in some form."

Lounging on the Deck

My mom and I were sitting out on our deck reading this morning. It was nice out. I had Ezra, Nikky & the doves out with us, so I took some pictures.

Growing Spinach article

Spinach is Not a Warm Weather Plant - Urban Organic Gardener

Share. A few weeks ago, I posted about white clusters on the stems of a spinach plant. It turns out that the spinach plant is bolting and that it's not insects. There have a been some consecutive ...

How to Stop a Heart Attack Dead in Its Tracks article

Evolution Ezine » Blog Archive » How to Stop a Heart Attack Dead in Its Tracks… From Our Friends at Medical Breakthroughs

Did you know that a common herb (that’s probably sitting in your spice cabinet right now) has the power to stop an in-progress heart attack?
It’s true. This fiery herb – known to most as a spice – has been shown to stop a heart attack in as little as 3 minutes after taking it.

My Tea Collection

I was talking with a friend about tea earlier and took this picture of my tea collection to share with her and thought I would put it up here, too.

Tea is a new drink for me. I never liked it when I was younger. AT. ALL. But, I think it is because when I was younger, there were just black teas available. There are so many varieties these days and such a wide selection of herbal teas. I cannot drink much black tea, due to my caffeine allergy, so finding the herbals has been a wonderful discovery for me! I am always mixing and matching several in my sun tea pitchers. I usually put 3 different bags in the pitcher to steep in the sun for a few hours. I drink my tea from a 12 oz. mug. I sweeten my tea with organic lemonade or honey, depending on my mood.

Reuse Cereal Bags tip

Frugal Ways to Reuse Cereal Bags - Frugal - Families.com

Don't toss out those cereal bags. You paid enough for that cereal, so why not take advantage of the extra asset that is included with it--the plastic or waxed cereal bag that came with the cereal. Her...

Egg Recall - possible Salmonella

Salmonella Illnesses Linked To Organic Eggs Consumers, Food Preparers Reminded to Cook Eggs Thoroughly

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) are investigating illnesses in at least six people in Minnesota that are connected with a recall of organic s...

Roe (Fish Egg) Recall - possible Listeria

Yamaya USA, Inc. Recalls Masago (Capelin Roe) Because Of Possible Health Risk

YAMAYA USA, INC of Torrance, CA is recalling Masago (Capelin Roe), because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal ...

Raw Almond Milk recipe

I am really enjoying making my own almond milk these days. So much better than store-bought! Plus, I get the pulp to cook with! This recipe can also be used with other types of nuts.

4 cups filtered water (or spring water if you are lucky enough to have a source!)
1 cup organic raw almonds (soaked 24 hours to germinate)
2-4 Medjool dates (pitted), optional
2 teaspoons organic vanilla, optional

Add ingredients to blender. Blend on high for about 45 seconds. Pour through a nut milk bag into a bowl or pitcher. Squeeze bag tightly until all liquid is removed and only almond pulp remains. Refrigerate milk and use within about 4 days. Place almond pulp in container for later use and freeze. The pulp can be used for a variety of recipes.

Raw Salad Taco recipe

I made this recipe up about a week ago and it turned out really good. All ingredients are raw and/or organic, except the olives (but they are 'natural'.)

1 Rudi's Organic Whole Spelt tortilla
1/2 cup Truly Raw cheddar cheese (shredded)
Handful of organic baby spinach or Spring mix
Organic heirloom tomato of choice, sliced
Handful black olives, crushed with fingers or sliced
Bragg's Vinegar & Sesame salad dressing to taste (or your favorite)
1/4 cup chopped or sliced organic sweet onion
2 Tablespoons sliced raw organic almonds
2 pinchfuls of organic alfalfa sprouts (or favorite)
salt & pepper to taste

Layer all ingredients on tortilla. Roll or fold tortilla around stuffing. Eat and enjoy!!

Stop Using Plastic Bottles article

Time to Seriously Crush Plastic Water Bottles!

Eliminating these wasteful products is an uphill battle, but as the growing ranks of eco-conscious citizens make the switch to reusable, safe plastic water bottles the journey to sustainability will b...

Bagged Spinach Recall - Possible Salmonella

Church Brothers, LLC Announces Voluntary Recall of Bagged Spinach

Church Brothers, LLC is voluntarily recalling 560 bags of clipped spinach as a precautionary measure after one bag tested positive for Salmonella during a random USDA Microbiological Data Program samp...