Water filters come in many forms, but they all rely on a limited number of technologies to remove the numerous contaminants typically found in water. Municipal water treatment systems employ several technologies to treat the water so that it’s fit for human consumption; however these disinfection methods come with a steep price tag on health…. Read More
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The 13 Healthiest Restaurants in Southern California
As a self-professed vegan, I truly delight in fresh, organic food that’s infused with the most important ingredient…love! I’ve been known to cook some mean vegan crab cakes, create a bountiful salad, bake vegan cake or brownies and blend up the best hummus and mint chip shakes, but beyond that, I take after my mother… Read More
Low Mood, High Mold? Is Your House to Blame?
By Dr. Lisa Nagy I am a physician specializing in the health effects of a variety of environmental exposures – from chemicals and pesticides – to indoor toxic mold and allergic foods that produce headaches (ie: red wine). I have a fascinating personal story of becoming incapacitated myself and my journey to recovery over the… Read More
Walk This Way: Cozy & Comfortable Cork Floors
By Rachel Hulan, ASID, CID ‘Tis the season…for the sound of corks being popped from bottles of champagne in celebration and holiday merriment! But, did you know that cork has an even more practical use in our homes? Let’s back up. Do you even know what cork actually is or where it comes from? Forming… Read More
Baby Led Weaning: 7 Simple Rules to Follow
By Chef Tanya Fuqua All of my mamma friends and I have been discussing the next step in feeding our little ones. Feeding in the first few months of a newborn’s life is pretty straightforward; lots of breast milk or formula! Sounds simple, right? But what do you do when they’re ready for solid foods?… Read More
Drink {Filtered Water} & Be Merry Sweepstakes!
ENTER TO WIN ! The Aquasana Powered Water Filtration System Valued $129.99!! in the… Drink {Filtered Water} & Be Merry Sweepstakes! H2…OMG! Did you know your body is comprised of over 70% water? The brain and heart are composed of 73% water; the lungs about 83% water, the skin 64%, muscles and kidneys 79%, the… Read More
Is There a Place for Seitan at Your Table?
By Chef Mark Cleveland Seitan (pronounced: SAY-tahn), or wheat gluten protein (aka: vegan meat), has been around for centuries; originating in China most likely as a vegan Buddhist meat alternative. It was cultivated into a culinary art of many flavors as an offering to Chinese Emperors who observed a week of vegetarianism each year as… Read More
5 Sustainable Countertops That Are Better Than Granite
By Rachel Hulan, ASID, CID There is a funny myth out there that granite countertops are the crown jewel; the very best possible thing you could have in a kitchen. They are considered a sign of quality, even a major selling point for houses on the market. “New kitchen and bath, with GRANITE countertops!” boast… Read More