Studies show that for most people, following the Mediterranean Diet can reduce their risk of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s. The entire family can benefit from following the Mediterranean lifestyle, which includes the healthy foods listed below. Often overlooked, the Mediterranean lifestyle is not just a diet but also includes 30 minutes of daily […]
June is a Great Month to Enjoy Strawberries
I planted June bearing strawberry plants a few years ago, partly for an attractive ground cover and partly because I love eating strawberries. I also like the idea growing some of my own food. Next week my strawberries will start turning bright red and you will find me in the garden every morning for the […]
Spring Greens
Cool season vegetables are tolerant of frost and wind, which explains their abundance in spring and fall. After months of winter squash and root vegetables, a chlorophyll (green pigment) rich vegetable is a welcome reprieve! Everything from salads to seared greens to…hmmmm. Good question, what else can you do with spring greens? What are spring […]