The Alphabet of Vitamins: Vitamin D
Vitamin D: The truth behind the mustache “Got milk?” This advertisement has become a part of commercial Americana, constantly urging you to drink more milk because supposedly this is a good source of vitamin D and calcium. We see countless celebrities, models, and athletes wearing the famous milk mustache to support this claim. Since they […]
“Old-Folk” Wisdom: Artisan Cheese and Cheese Bread
“Since childhood I have been in love with the Brazilian folk culture of Minas Gerais: the greengrocers selling cornbread, squished cookies, maze porridge with thin slices of fresh, white artisan cheese, pão-de-queijo (cheese bread), with the smell of the jungle and the mountains, especially Canastra Sierra.”—Nívia Gomes. The Brazilian state of Minas Gerais is famous for its […]
Healthy Travels: Scituate Harbor, MA and Finding the Perfect Dog
“If your travels take you to New England, be sure to visit Scituate Harbor in Massachusetts. It is mostly a fishing town, filled with charm and the site of a beautiful lighthouse. We did when searching for our dog, and were not disappointed.” Searching for the Perfect Dog—Travels Not Included, So We Thought It was December 1999, […]
Healthy Travels: Maui
Our Adventuresome Travels to Maui In December of 2007, my husband and I went to Maui to celebrate our 20th anniversary. It was an unexpected trip for me, given that he planned it all out as a surprise, knowing that he would appeal to my adventurous side. Next thing you know, we were on a flight […]
High-Speed Recipes: Chia Seed Parfait
Another recipe originally created by Erin Yeschin for The RAW Cooking Show is presented here in high-speed recipe video format. Enjoy!
Keep on Moving: Take A Hike
WHAT TO BRING ON YOUR HIKE Comfortable shoes: Although special hiking boots or shoes are a nice commodity, any pair of walking or running shoes will suffice to go on a hiking trail, especially ones with heel support. Most importantly is to keep them comfortable, somewhat malleable and not tight. I once went on a […]