Chronic inflammation, weakened immune system, anti-inflammation diet… these buzz words are all over the health news lately, and we’d like to use this week’s post to explain why it’s important to understand the relationship between inflammation, the immune system and how diet impacts the two and thus the quality of our health. Come and cook with us! Continue reading “What is Chronic Inflammation?”
Category: Guiding Principles
The good lessons we have learned along the way
Nutrient-Rich Foods
We are constantly bombarded with messages on what foods we should eat to stay healthy and sometimes it can be difficult to make the right choices in front of so many options. It may help to have a list of what nutritionists consider nutrient-rich foods. When it comes to health, these foods are just higher achievers than others and I’m happy to report that we have already posted on many of them. Hopefully this provides for a little inspiration to try some of the recipes. Come and cook with us! Continue reading “Nutrient-Rich Foods”
What is an Heirloom Tomato Anyway?
This week Jessica and I spent a day at the National Heirloom Exposition in Santa Rosa, CA. I’m always thrilled to see her, and the festival was a wonderful event and a perfect reminder as to why it is so important to support efforts that promote and preserve our agricultural and culinary heritage. I didn’t exactly know what the definition of heirloom was so I decided to dedicate this week’s post to biodiversity and why it is important to choose heirloom produce, when you can. Come and cook with us! Continue reading “What is an Heirloom Tomato Anyway?”
Mind the Mint
When Kathrin asked me to write a post about mint I immediately thought of the spearmint that grows wild in paddocks on my mother-in-law’s farm. As you walk, your gumboots kick up the freshest mint aroma. It’s especially strong during summer when the smell inspires salads, dressings and sauces, all lifted by this versatile herb. Come and cook with us! Continue reading “Mind the Mint”
The Facts on Fat!
Diet fads might change on a dime, but there is one thing most of them have in common: stay away from fats! And while it’s true that fat isn’t an essential nutrient (our body is able to make mosts of the fats it needs – and then some) we have to keep in mind that fats are a vital component of the human diet. What matters most is that not all fats are created equal. Here are a few guidelines on the good, the bad and the ugly. Come and cook with us! Continue reading “The Facts on Fat!”
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