The DISH on Fatty School Lunches

Wow–I only recently learned about the politics behind our childrens’ school lunches when I read a book called The Culprit and the Cure.  Here’s what I learned:

The nation’s school lunch programs are funded separately from the education programs.  They are governed by the USDA
The USDA’s mission is to promote the American cattle and dairy industries
This means [...]

Whole Grain Heaven?

As you all know, I was somewhat concerned about a possible wheat shortage, so when some friends from church got together a bulk order for a good deal on wheat, I ordered 500 pounds!
My wheat arrived today, and has filled my pantry so full that I could barely step inside to take this picture:

But there is one teensy [...]

The Ten Worst Foods Ever!

Thank you, Sparkpeople, for alerting us to the dangerous Ten Worst Foods of 2007!
My husband and I haven’t eaten anything from a fast food restaurant since 1994 when we watched Super Size Me for the first time.  Before that, I enjoyed the occasional cheeseburger, but haven’t touched one since seeing that documentary!
I’m grateful to Sparkpeople and books like [...]

Can’t Get Off the Couch??

Hey all you couch potatoes out there!  I bet you think you “aren’t the athletic type” which is why you prefer a life of leisure?  Well THINK AGAIN!
I am a couch potato . . . no, I don’t have television in my home but I am a bibliophile (book junkie) who spends more time on [...]

The Secret to Healthy Children

After the births of my first two children, I dreaded wintertime!  My baby and toddler were always getting ear infections and it drove me crazy!
Luckily for me, I was mentored by a kind woman who taught me the secret to healthy children!  Her name is Emily and she has four very healthy children.  The only [...]