What are endocrine disruptors? What do they have to do with a luscious Skin Food Smoothie, that combines an all-star lineup of blueberries, walnuts, spinach and kiwi? The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines an endocrine disruptor as "an exogenous substance or mixture that alters function(s) of the endocrine system and consequently causes adverse health effects in an intact organism,[...]
Unless you have been living in a cave, you've heard of the health benefits of turmeric. Turmeric (a flavorful, medicinal root that gives Indian curries their warm yellow color) has been associated with anti-inflammation and cancer-fighting effects, and luckily I think it's delicious in all kind of foods. I even have a turmeric scone recipe that is one of my favorites![...]
For the past few weeks (ever since I gave up coffee), I've been getting up early to make a green breakfast smoothie. Not that this smoothie takes a long time to prepare! It's as simple as combining some delectable ingredients into a blender. I've never been particularly wowed by smoothies, and I'm not one to feel healthier because I had a green smoothie for breakfast rather than, say, egg[...]
I drove down to my parents' ranch northeast of Austin, TX for a small family reunion this week to celebrate Independence Day together. It was everything a July 4th celebration should be: plenty of BBQ, family lounging on the front porch, dogs twining between legs and panting in the shade. It was also wonderful to see the newest foal on the ranch again... Zing Tiki was hardly standing on wobb[...]