For many years, I assumed that claims made for scientific studies were valid and fact-based, in other words, real science. I thought there was something pure and respected about science. However, several researchers, including two recent ones, have exposed that … Continue reading →
I was reminded of the birth of our babies by a post on Pinterest about the Bradley Method of childbirth. The post was a current review of the Bradley Method. It brought back many good memories of our own childbirth … Continue reading →
Summer in Houston means a plentiful supply of fresh okra,and I’m always looking for new ways to use seasonal, organic produce. Last Saturday at the farmers’ market was no exception–I found a nice bunch of beautiful red okra pods grown … Continue reading →
At least since Silent Spring by Rachel Carson was published in 1962 and helped kick off the environmental movement, we’ve known that pesticides were poisoning our earth. Silent Spring said that “uncontrolled and unexamined pesticide use was harming and even … Continue reading →
Update June 2021: Healthyway Dairy says their supply of milk is low right now due to the heat. It would be good to check on availability before going to the farm. They update their Facebook page with the latest information. … Continue reading →
My son has always preferred pie to cake, and for many years on his birthday he’s asked for his favorite chocolate cream pie instead of cake. The recipe has evolved over the years as I’ve learned to use healthier ingredients, … Continue reading →
A recent study4 claimed there had been a significant reduction in cases of human papillomavirus (HPV) among young girls following the introduction of the HPV vaccine Gardasil in 2006. I was surprised by this claim because I had previously investigated … Continue reading →
On August 17th, Houston Real Food Nutrition is hosting a showing of Genetic Roulette The Gamble of Our Lives, which was produced by the Institute for Responsible Technology. Following the movie there will be a discussion of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) … Continue reading →
It’s summertime hot in Houston, and what could be better in hot weather than cool, creamy ice cream? We love our homemade REAL ice cream, and one of our favorites (maybe number 1) is peach. There are many ways to make … Continue reading →
I appreciate that food banks help many people who need food to eat, but, as I learned more about nutrition, I realized that almost all of the foods collected and distributed by most food banks are not the nutrient-dense, fresh … Continue reading →
