Notes from a plant nerd: Barking up the right tree
To get through the winter, some plants go underground to take advantage of the earth’s insulation, while others stay above ground and protect themselves in other ways.
To get through the winter, some plants go underground to take advantage of the earth’s insulation, while others stay above ground and protect themselves in other ways.
Did you know that there are 2 different types of persimmons?
There are astringent and non-astringent persimmons.
Read MoreHave you been advised by your MD or PCP to take a vitamin or mineral or herbal supplement?
“Dietary supplements are not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before they reach the market.
Read MoreCross-contamination is the term used when pathogens (bacteria, viruses, parasites) that may result in food borne illnesses (food poisoning) are transferred from:
1. a surface to another surface - e.g. using the same cutting board to prepare raw meat and cooked meat
Read MoreThese days there’s a lot of negativity about “seed oils”. According to some of the social media “influencers”, seed oils are ones made from: canola, corn, cottonseed, soybeans, sunflower, safflower, grapeseed, flaxseed, and sesame seeds.
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