Recipes — nuts

We’ve heard it, and it’s engrained in us. Food is medicine. But really, let’s dive deep down into this idea. How did they deal with disease thousands of years ago, before conventional medicine and antibiotics? The answer was in nature. Ancient civilizations became masters of using plants and herbs as their remedies. And the pharmaceuticals we have now are often derived from those medicinal plants – like garlic, onions, turmeric, thyme, black seed and so many more. The use of spices and herbs with antimicrobial activity was necessary to ward off the threat of food-borne pathogens and life-threatening illnesses. Being...

The weather is starting to turn and the days are getting longer. Spring is finally here, yay! That means cleaning out the garage, planting flowers, and all kinds of fun outdoor activities to enjoy the nice weather. While you’re outside soaking up the sun, you’re going to need something to munch on to keep you fueled up and full of spring energy! Here are some healthy snack ideas to keep in mind while you’re outside enjoying the fresh air and sunshine!   FRUIT   Why not celebrate the colorful spring season with some colorful snacks from the rainbow? No, we’re...