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The Confusion about Wheat

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Wheat is a cereal plant that has been consumed for over 8,500 years. Globally, wheat is grown in such diverse locations as Argentina, Russia, the Middle East, Asia and much of the United States. It is a major source of plant protein throughout the world, providing one-fifth of the world’s caloric intake.  In the United… Read More

Slowly Removing Modern Wheat

Sourdough Einkorn Bread

The ancient wheats are structurally completely different than ‘modern’ wheat-meaning post 1940. I am experimenting with Einkorn and will move onto Farro. 10 days ago I started my sourdough starter using no yeast and Einkorn flour. It’s a slow-build with this sourdough. Last night I used some of the starter to make my pre-ferment, and… Read More

Meet My Friends at The Shelter

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Someone posted something on Facebook that was, in essence, ‘get a job homeless people’. I’m being almost kind with my description of the post and the photo. I teach a nutrition class every Wednesday at a local Shelter, and invited the person who posted the post to join me and meet some of the people… Read More

Paleo? Vegan?

Tuna Salad

It’s no wonder the general public is so confused! Fats are bad, no fats are good-sugar’s bad. Coffee and alcohol is bad for you-no, a little is fine and maybe even good. What to believe… I suggest that you become your own health advocate. Do plenty of research in different areas. In other words-as an… Read More

Thank you Dr. Lipelt

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My friend and doctor, Dr. Michael Lipelt, joined me at the Shelter where I teach on Wednesdays and offered everyone in my class a one on one mini-session. He took their pulses, looked at their eyes and tongue, and offered suggestions. They were so thankful, as was I. Everyone wants someone to care and my… Read More