Organic gardening, by definition, is growing vegetables, fruits and other plants without relying on synthetic methods of pest control and fertilization. Common practices of organic gardening include, but are not limited to, fertilizing soil wit... Read more
Step into any supermarket these days and you’re sure to find a wide variety of organic foods on the shelves. From produce, milk and meat to breakfast cereals and snack foods, consumers have their pick of certified organic products—a far c... Read more
While we understand that the organic and conventional foods you buy at the store are grown differently, you might not realize that these same principles can apply to your own fruit, vegetable and flower gardening at home. There are a few key differen... Read more
A healthy diet requires more than simply cutting out junk food—it involves getting the most nutritional value out of every bite you take. It takes good food to build a fit body. But did you know that your food choices also have an impact on the... Read more
Imagine experiencing severe abdominal pain, along with alternating bouts of both constipation and diarrhea. Even worse, your doctor can find no physical explanation or effective treatment for you, despite these very real symptoms. Unfortunately, this... Read more
I bought an Aquasana filter system for my kitchen. It has eliminated alt of the toxic chemicals that come thou the system. I like to add organic lemon or lime juice to my water. It's a great detox for the body. Live well my fellow spark friends.... Read more
I don't know if any of you have a flea market around but I live by one called Wagon Wheel. There are a bunch of Ethnic people out there selling all kinds of produce. I mean everything from carrots, spinach, asparagus to lychee and dragon fruit. Do y... Read more
I'm having fun starting again - Yes, I lost this weight before. My friend Rev Mary Lou explained that if I released it instead of losing it, it wouldn't need to find me again. ;]
I am blessed to have a supportive husband who is doing this with me... Read more
Imagine Butter Nut Squash Soup: great little discovery. Keep it in your pantry for the times were you need a quick wholesome low calorie filler. Great for lunches.I love it...... Read more
I have been slowly changing our diets over the past year. Last year we focused on eating in more, less deep frying, batch cooking. This year we have developed a 3 phase system: Phase I (Jan - April) eat out couple times a month, start replacing meat... Read more
A place for like-minded crunchy people to get together to chat about organic, pastured, humanely raised, local, sustainable food and cooking.... Read more
It's been all over the news this week: A new study conducted by researchers from Stanford University, and published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, finds little evidence that organic foods are any healthier than conventionally grown foods.&nb... Read more
Pop quiz: Which is the best product description to read on a food label?A. “100% natural”B. “All natural ingredients”C. “100% organic”D. “Certified organic ingredients”(Keep reading for the answer!)This... Read more
