by Amy Goodrich | May 26, 2015 | Body & Mind, EatLove.Live Blog, Green Living, Holistic Healing
Deriving its name from a bitter saline spring found at Epsom, specifically in Surrey England, Epsom salt is actually NOT a type of salt, but is instead a naturally occurring magnesium and sulfate mineral compound. Long used as a remedy for various ailments, Epsom salt...
by Amy Goodrich | May 19, 2015 | Nutrition, EatLove.Live Blog, Holistic Healing
Vitamin K, often referred to as the “forgotten” vitamin, is a fat-soluble nutrient that promotes proper blood clotting, which is necessary to prevent bleeding. But did you know that this vitamin has other benefits essential to your health? Here are five of the best...
by Amy Goodrich | May 15, 2015 | Nutrition, EatLove.Live Blog
Peeling fruits and vegetables is one of those kitchen tasks that you don’t really think about. It’s just something you have to do, and it often makes sense to do this, especially if you don’t know where your produce came from or what pesticides it’s been sprayed with....
by Amy Goodrich | May 2, 2015 | Nutrition, EatLove.Live Blog, Holistic Healing
Most people, if not everyone, loves chocolate, particularly milk chocolate. Who can resist its creamy goodness or endorphin-induced bliss? And unknown to some, dark chocolate is a healthier option as it has more cacao and less sugar. Just the kind I love. I have never...
by Amy Goodrich | Apr 29, 2015 | Nutrition, Body & Mind, EatLove.Live Blog, Holistic Healing
Bone health is very important to maintain our quality of life. The problem is, as we get older, our bones become weaker and more prone to damage. While there are many aspects involved in keeping bones (and associated body parts such as joints) healthy, one way to get...
by Amy Goodrich | Apr 20, 2015 | Holistic Healing, EatLove.Live Blog, Nutrition
Turmeric is famous for adding color and flavor to curries and other Asian dishes. Moreover, this spice is derived from Curcuma longa, a relative of the ginger plant, and its distinctive warm, peppery taste is sure to pep up any dish. Aside from its colorful culinary...