Lunch Today: Tofu Scramble

tofu scramble cropIf you need a quick, easy-to-make and nutritious meal, this is it. This tofu scramble is a vegan take on scrambled eggs and even though the title is lunch today, this can easily be for breakfast or lunch, or even dinner, paired with salad and quinoa. It’s high in protein and packed with nutrition, and will power you up for the day! And if you are new to the world of vegan food and you’ve been missing the taste of eggs from your vegan diet, give this a try, it just might fill that eggy spot.

The key to the eggy flavor is black salt. The variety known as kala namak is a pungent smelling purple-ish or pink-ish gray rock salt that is often used in India. The kala namak variety of black salt has a ‘sulfur’ taste to it which is reminiscent of eggs. Continue reading “Lunch Today: Tofu Scramble”

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7 Ways to Detox from the Major Toxins in Your Life

relaxSpring is the perfect time to start fresh and cleanse yourself of all things toxic. Toxins are everywhere and wreak havoc on us physically, mentally and emotionally. Here are 7 ways to detox from the areas where toxins are likely to be impacting you the most.

1. Foods: Nutrient void, chemical laden, processed “sub foods” have little nutrient value and are keeping us overweight, addicted, inflamed and frustrated with the way we look and feel. Imagine how you’d feel if you detoxed from “Frankenfoods” that were loaded in chemicals and stripped of their vital nutrients? Imagine how you’d feel if you detoxed from products Continue reading “7 Ways to Detox from the Major Toxins in Your Life”

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Got Drugs? Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

medicationDo you have either over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription medicine that is expired or that you want to get rid of? Throwing these things in the trash, pouring them down the sink or flushing them down the toilet are all the WRONG things to do. Medicine disposed of in this way can end up in the environment (e.g., in our waterways), as well as in the hands of children, teens and adults who might accidentally or intentionally look to use them inappropriately.

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs. Continue reading “Got Drugs? Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day”

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Allergies, Sinusitis or Cold? Here’s How to Tell and What to Do to Feel Better

sneezeSneezing, runny nose, sore throat, itchy eyes, coughing… Sound familiar? For a lot of people, when these uncomfortable symptoms hit, it can be difficult to know whether it’s allergies, sinusitis or a cold. While these conditions can produce similar symptoms, there are some key differences to be aware of. Knowing the cause of your respiratory distress is the first step to finding relief. Once you know what the culprit is, supporting your body as quickly as possible with the best remedies is the next important step to feeling better, fast.

Continue reading “Allergies, Sinusitis or Cold? Here’s How to Tell and What to Do to Feel Better”

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9 Ways to Support Earth Day Every Day

rain barrelToday is Earth Day. It is a day recognized worldwide to bring awareness and support for protection of the environment. Earth Day brings attention to a large number of issues that need to be addressed, such as pollution of the ocean, debris left over on land, climate change, conservation of the Earth’s ecosystems, energy conservation, soil corruption, corrosion, overpopulation, nuclear issues, the depletion of the ozone layer, the depletion of the earth’s natural resources, the introduction of wastes and toxicants into the wilderness and the seas, nanotechnology, deforestation of rain forests, and the endangerment of many species. Continue reading “9 Ways to Support Earth Day Every Day”

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