Coconut water was the world’s first “Gatorade,” before we got tricked into thinking that sugary “energy” drinks were the only way to go to replenish after intense physical activity. Coconut water is naturally filed with electrolytes – the same compounds that Gatorade and other sports drinks advertise get you hydrated and re-energized after a tough […]
It may officially be summertime, but many of us still aren’t getting enough of that fabulous “sunshine vitamin,” vitamin D. Vitamin D helps prevent osteoporosis, depression, and prostate and breast cancers. Vitamin D levels in the body have also been shown to affect diabetes and obesity. So it’s one of the most important – yet […]
I adore this time of year. Things start slowing down, people start heading out of town for their summer getaways, and delicious produce starts to pile up at the local markets. In honor of the barbecues and picnics that we’ve all got planned for the long weekend, here are some of my favorite, healthy summer […]
We recently joined a CSA in my neighborhood, and had our first pick up on Sunday. For those of you not familiar with CSAs (community supported agriculture), it’s like having a subscription to a farm. You subscribe for the growing season (in this case, from the end of June through October) and receive a package […]
It’s beginning to be berry season! One of the greatest joys of the whole summer. Strawberries have begun popping up at my local farmers market and I’ve noticed the price of blueberries and raspberries dropping in my grocery store. To celebrate the berries’ arrival, here’s a really easy recipe for a simple berry compote. It […]
While savoring my lazy Sunday this weekend, I heard the chime and clank of a loud bell coming down my residential Brooklyn street. Intrigued, I peered out my window and was delighted to see that the ringing was coming from an old, red truck offering door-to-door knife sharpening. My blades were purchased back in 2005, […]