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Seasonal Eating for November, and an Assortment of Sauerkrauts (Recipe)
As many of us are experiencing or anticipating the first fall frost, tender produce is becoming scarce...
Using Pectin – In the Kitchen and as a Supplement (Recipe)
Anyone who has ever made jams or jellies is surely familiar with pectin. This natural soluble fiber is...
Eat More Miso – An Ancient Fermented Condiment With Countless Applications
With all the advantages of a fermented food and the fifth fabulous flavor (umami) to boot, one might...
Epsom Salt: A Game-Changer for Health and Household Alike
Epsom salt has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for many common complaints. Composed of essential...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (C): Comfrey
Of all the  medicinal herbs that begin with C — the next stop in our herbal alphabet — none is so...
Filmjölk – A Delightful Drink That Might Make You Feel Swedish
There is a lot to love about Sweden. A wholesome vitality, elegant practicality, and respect for tradition...
Fragrance Can Triple Memory Capacity: UCI Research Findings
A study published last month reveals that exposure to natural fragrances can increase memory capacity...
Welcome the Cool Nights of Báilù With Dragon’s Eye Fruit and White Dew Tea
Báilù, the 15th solar term in the Chinese calendar, marks the beginning of cooler weather and the approach...
Seasonal Eating for September, and Where Organic Matters Most
September brings cooler nights, a bustle of back-to-school activities, and an abundance of produce. Many...
How Safe is Silicone? The Pros and Cons of the Popular Plastic Alternative 
Living a sustainable life has become a noble aspiration in many households today. Single-use utensils...
For Powerful Traditional Remedies, Know and Grow Medicinal Herbs (B): Beautyberry
In both the East and the West, before modern medicine there were herbs. People, mainly women, knew their...
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Chinese Autumn Begins With Liqiu and the Body is Rejuvenated with White Fungus Soup (Recipe)
According to Chinese tradition, autumn begins in August, with the thirteenth solar term Liqiu (立秋), a...