Natural Healing News

by Cary Bailen —  We frequently show love to the special people in our lives through unhealthy food, such as old-fashioned cookies, ice cream, soda or candy. Often, these are considered a treat or a reward. They mean we are being good, we deserve it or, perhaps, we offer them as an act of love […]

by Lynn O’Neill —  If you value what organic food has to offer but never thought you could afford to make the switch, here are some tips for getting started. Eating healthily will require some planning, but you can start slowly and make it fun. First, remember what your mother told you — never go […]

by Stan Kalson —  It is late summer, and the living is easy. There is no need to turn on the stove and heat up your house when there is an abundance of healthy and cool summer soups from which to choose. Cold soups are nutritious, easy to prepare, and a wonderful outlet for garden […]

by Stan Kalson —  There is a love affair between Americans and the potato, and cooler weather rekindles memories of potato recipes that fill and nourish. Controversy surrounds the white potato’s nutritional benefits — some believe that a large percentage of the population is allergic to it. Others feel that when eaten in moderation, the […]

by Joanne Henning Tedesco —  Sometimes it is the same old story. Humid summers are not a fun time to be slaving over a hot stove and during this time, our bodies want lighter, cooler foods. This is easier to accomplish when you have plenty of no-cook recipes to fall back on, such as delicious […]

by Paula Owens —  If your goal is to lose weight or prevent weight gain, you must stabilize your insulin, the fat-storing hormone. This is the one hormone we actually have control over and our food choices can prevent unhealthy insulin spikes from occurring. Numerous studies have shown that eating a low carbohydrate-to-protein ratio with […]

by Doreen Pollack —  It seems there are two big reasons why people are reluctant to do more with their yards: money and time. But you can save a lot of both if you begin to consider how your yard fits into the environment around it — by doing this you can let Mother Nature […]

by Heather Demeritte —  We have all heard that fiber is beneficial to our health and well-being. But did you know that the average American eats only about 10 grams of fiber, way below the daily recommendation of at least 25 grams? Winter is a great time of year to cook with the fiber-rich, seasonal […]

by Stan Kalson —  The incidence of BHP (non-malignant enlargement of the prostate) is truly one of the most significant problems facing men in our society. Beginning at age 50, as many as 40 percent of males have BHP. By the time men hit their 80s, the figure reaches 90 percent. Diet is the first […]

The Phoenix area has many wonderful farmers’ markets where you can buy not only freshly picked organic fruits and vegetables, but also homemade breads, jellies, honey products, flowers, wine, cheese, herbs, crafts, gifts and much more. Every market has its own personality and neighborhood feel with demonstrations, music and a wide variety of foods from […]

by Khayriyyah Savannah —  As the summer sun heats up, it is time to tune in to the body’s signals for staying cool on the inside. Signs of internal heat (inflammation) can range from headaches and sore muscles, to anger and impatience. Nurturing your natural balance of fluids or moisture (yin) can help you keep […]

by Joanne Henning Tedesco —  Recently, I had a wonderful morning at the farmers’ market. The aroma from the vine-ripened fruits and vegetables took me back to the hours spent pulling weeds and picking vegetables when my brothers, cousins and I were kids. Our average pick ratio was about four for the basket to one […]

With just a little effort, you will be surprised how simple it is to keep food at its best. First, check that your refrigerator is at the right temperature and is cold enough — below 40 F or 4 C. This is to ensure food safety. Also leave space around the items so cold air […]