this is your grocery shopping guide to which produce you should buy organic or conventionally- grown. this list is based on the percentage of pesticide. when possible try to go organic for these fruits and vegetables. if that’s not an option, soak and wash them well. the ewg comes out with an updated list every …

here’s a healthier version of raspberry jam on toast. normal jam/jelly can have a lot of sugar, so i like to use fresh raspberries instead. this is super simple morning toast, but so good.  INGREDIENTS: – 2 slices of bread – fresh raspberries METHOD: take some fresh raspberries and mash them with a fork and …

april is all about spring produce. warmer weather is here, which means weekend trips to the farmers market. it’s a fun activity and a great way to support local farmers. seasonal fruit and vegetables teach you to appreciate what’s naturally available versus getting everything on demand. all of these fruits and vegetables help add a …

beautiful red onions macerated in white vinegar. a bit of salt, a bit of sugar and some water.  it’s delicious with a salad, in a sandwich and on a taco. they add so much oomph to many dishes. learning how to make pickled red onions is so easy and only take minutes to make.  INGREDIENTS: …

sunday brunch is the most important meal of the week, so why not add this delicious homemade acai bowl into your sunday morning. this is one of my favorites once it’s a bit sunnier outside. this acai bowl has the perfect creamy, frozen texture and is so refreshing to eat.  INGREDIENTS: base – ⅓ frozen …

cooking homemade food is one of the best things we can do for our health. dinner planning helps with cooking at home as much as possible. dinner planning is basically planning out the meals you’re going to eat for the week. this little meal planning system works really well. 1. write out your meals – refer …

mint tea is one of those teas that you should definitely keep in your kitchen cabinet. the dried form of mint tea is pretty good but fresh mint leaves takes things to a whole new level. i love tea all year round but especially in the winter. it feels so good to wrap your hands …

in a bit of a hurry for a healthy breakfast? get a little wild with this blueberry smoothie recipe. i have a few breakfast staples that i rotate between for breakfast and this is one of them. this smoothie is one you’ll want to add to your rotation, too. it is so simple but so …

give your immune system a boost to stay healthy and well with this easy to make natural immune boosting tea. all of these ingredients have their own natural medicinal qualities (antibacterial, antiviral and anti-fungal) when they are combined. they create a calming tea that helps nourish the immune system and ease symptoms during the winter …

support your body systems and start your morning with lemon water. it’s such a good way to wake up your digestive system and give your immune system a boost because lemons are packed with nutrients. lemon water will make you feel good and refreshed. plus, you’ll drink a lot more water when it tastes good. …