Top 10 Foods to Beat the Heat

I don’t know about you, but here in Orange County, California it  has been warmer than usual for June and early July.  We normally don’t see 90’s until August and September. This instantly makes me want to say sayonara to the stove and turn to more refreshing fare. Here are my top-10 picks for summer foods that keep … Read Article

Healing Spices and Herbs

  Rich in phytochemicals, many herbs and spices serve as anti-inflammatory superfoods. Stock your spice cabinet with the following and it’ll double as an all-natural medicine cabinet! Basil— Researchers from the University of Michigan have shown that holy basil has anti-inflammatory activity compared to aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen. Traditional basil contains a compound called eugenol, … Read Article