“The Craven” a Poem by Dr. David Kolowski Written in the rhyme scheme of Edgar Allan Poe’s, “The Raven.” Once upon a midnight wired, as I lay there sick and tired Over many a half-filled bottles of prescriptions on the floor. While I ached to just be dreaming, holding back a muffled screaming My cell […]
To all our wonderful readers out there who support small farms and organic agriculture, we wish you a very happy 4th of July. As we strive for holistic independence and food freedom in our country, we recognize that this goal can only be made possible in an independent, free republic. Despite whatever political or civil […]
“You are what you eat.” We’ve heard this old saying many times throughout our lives. But did you know that eating well isn’t just about your physical health? It’s about your mental health as well. It’s true! Eating healthy food is a must for good mental wellbeing. A diet of unhealthy foods doesn’t fill you […]
At times, life can be chaotic or joyful. However, if the chaos seems never-ending and you are continuously nervous and worried, you may be experiencing early signs of anxiety. Unfortunately, we still don’t have a clear understanding into the exact causes of anxiety. It may be caused by traumatic life experiences, hereditary factors, other prevailing […]
Reprinted with permission from author, Sod Lawn. Bat guano, liquid kelp, homemade compost, and chicken manure – what do these four things have in common? If you don’t already know, this guide to organic lawn fertilizer should help you learn. All of the ingredients listed above are things that are prized by organic gardeners the […]
We’ve all had those days when we feel down and don’t know why. More often than you might think, it’s due to your diet. Eating well, especially with organic food, can help improve your mental wellness and overall well-being. Read on to learn how and why eating organic can improve your state of mind. #1. […]
No matter how tough we think we are, most of us will likely experience an event that triggers some form of depression during our lifetime. Fortunately, studies on the link between sleep and depression have shown that good sleep habits can greatly improve mood and brain chemistry, and I’m happy to say that you can […]
Though proper posture is something that is easy to take for granted, many physical ailments can be due to the way we stand, sit, and even sleep. The infographic featured in this blog post is a guide from ScripHessco that dives into just how important proper posture is for your overall health. Among other things, […]
Wild Rice: The Biography of Vivian Lillie Rice tells the remarkable story of a woman who has led a remarkable life, both personally and professionally. Overcoming an itinerant childhood that instilled in her a fierce independence from a young age, Vivian went on to become a mother, a teacher, and a licensed practical nurse. Questioning […]
Reprinted with permission from Tracey Kamm and Spirit of the Bear.
If you’re craving salad and want a truly healthy option, look to seafood. A major source of protein, nutrients, vitamins, and omega-3 fatty acids, fish is a healthy choice for most people. Not to mention, it’s a great way to add a little pizzazz to your salad. I recently moved to an area that’s close […]
Ah, the olfactory pleasures that the holidays bring! Sweet, spicy cinnamon and clove. Fresh, invigorating peppermint. Pungent, earthy pine. These are a few of my favorite things. I also love the aroma of freshly cut grass and the ocean’s briny perfume. Our sense of smell is primal and is strongly tied to memory and emotion. […]
Dealing with kids’ food, especially pre-schoolers, can be overwhelming. Whatever you think is healthy is not necessarily what their taste buds want. As a stay at home dad, I have lots of questions about parenting. So I started my own blog! Parental Questions is a great resource for parents. But my biggest worry is whether […]
The coronavirus outbreak caught us all off guard. No one was prepared for what 2020 had in store for us, including how it’s affected not only our work but also our lifestyle and diet. With the lockdowns happening all over the world, poverty and malnutrition are simultaneously on the rise. I decided I would use […]
As we keep trending toward healthy eating, organic fruits and vegetables are becoming increasingly popular. However, while most of us recognize the benefits of superior nutrition, fewer of us actually make the commitment of incorporating organic food into our diets, even though it would make a big difference in our personal health and the health […]
The link between food and mood is the cause of some debate. Is it an artificial link? A purely psychological one? Or is there a chemical component to it? Though these are difficult questions to answer in depth, few would dispute the notion that there is some link between food and mood. In his article […]
Young people today are presented with a range of challenges outside the classroom. Even though life presents unique obstacles to each generation—and always has—students today are confronting an entirely new set of challenges, including social media overload and cyberbullying. As a result, rates of anxiety and depression are rising among students all over the world. How can […]
The air we breathe. We take it for granted, really—it’s just there. But when the air is bad, as it has been here in Colorado lately due to forest fires, we realize just how vital good air is for our health, day in and day out. Even if there aren’t any forest fires near you, […]
When I cowrote Men in Kitchens: A Good Day to Dine Hard, I deliberately steered far away from poached eggs. For years, I believed that the wonderfully gooey and dynamic delights of poached eggs were out of reach. Whenever I tried, the eggs became a sticky soup of yolk and whites stuck to whatever duct-taped […]
“The evidence is overwhelming that physical activity and diet can reduce the risk of developing numerous chronic diseases…and in many cases, in fact, reverse existing disease.” This quote is from an amazing 2005 article published in the Journal of Applied Physiology titled “Effects of Exercise and Diet on Chronic Disease.” In it, authors Christian Roberts […]
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