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Spring into Action in Your Kitchen
With (slightly) warmer temperatures and longer days, I view spring as a season for new opportunities and renewal. Trees are beginning to bud, birds are building their nests, and flowers are starting to bloom. All the newness that comes with spring brightens my mood and brings a new level of motivation- motivation I desperately need when it comes to deep cleaning my home!
Beginner’s Guide to Vegetable Gardening
The gardening urge tends to strike me this time of year as we start to see trees, flowers and grass come back. I love to grow flowers, herbs and a few vegetables at home. I stick with container gardening because I do not have the space for a raised bed or an in-ground plot. Even on this very small scale, gardening is a source of joy for me. Vegetable gardening not only gives you healthy, tasty food to eat, but the activity of gardening can support good physical and mental health through exercise and stress relief. Gardening can also be a valuable point of connection between people. Whether it is talking with friends about what you plan to grow or sharing your harvest with your family or neighbors, gardening can be a wonderful source of community.
Baking Without Eggs Part 2
Last week, I shared how I used chia seed ‘eggs’ instead of chicken eggs in some baking recipes. Since then, I have learned more about baking without eggs. Our friends at AnswerLine shared these tips with me:
Baking Without Eggs
Egg prices are tough for everyone right now. We usually make breakfast food for supper on Wednesday nights. My children’s favorite is when we make smoothies, scrambled eggs, and toast. They each like to help with making one of the foods. They have to take turns making the smoothies because they all want to run the blender. Since egg prices have started going up, we have stopped making this family favorite meal, which is a bummer for everyone.
The Truth About Seed Oils: Friend or Foe?
Seed oils have become a hot topic in the world of nutrition, with opinions ranging from them being a dietary villain to a misunderstood hero. Let’s dive into what seed oils are, their health effects, and how to make informed choices about consuming them.
Be Sodium Aware During American Heart Month
Last week, Christine shared about American Heart Month, a time for us to focus on our heart health. One way to do that is to be more aware of the sodium we eat. Eating too much sodium can contribute to high blood pressure and heart disease. But our bodies need sodium to function normally. Below are some ideas for finding a balance with the sodium we eat.
