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It’s All About Turkey

Posted on25. Feb, 2010 by Oksana Irwin.

Turkey Philly Sandwiches

Have the deli slice your turkey paper-thin for the most authentic “cheesesteak” experience. You can use leftover cooked turkey instead if you like: Freeze up to an hour until firm but not frozen solid, then slice as thinly as you can and cook with the pepper and onion for the last two minutes [...]

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10 Easy Steps to Get Started on Organic Gardening

Posted on24. Feb, 2010 by Oksana Irwin.

Currently, organic gardening and farming are getting a lot of public attention and many people “go organic” to avoid chemicals contained in conventional food products.
So, what is Organic Gardening?
In a few words, organic gardening means that no chemicals, synthetic fertilizers or pesticides are used in farming or gardening. Instead, they are replaced with organic fertilizers [...]

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Try Magnesium to Beat Fatigue, Anxiety and Chocolate Cravings

Posted on29. Jan, 2010 by Oksana Irwin.

It’s that time of day again or maybe that time of the month, when your craving for chocolate arises and nothing else will do. But with your New Year’s resolution fresh in the works – what can you do about it?
Although cocoa (a main component in chocolate) is touted as healthy because of its antioxidant [...]

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How To Control Dust, Dust Mites, and Other Allergens in Your Home

Posted on29. Jan, 2010 by Oksana Irwin.

Dust builds up throughout your home. The dust may contain substances that trigger asthma symptoms, such as wheezing or coughing, or another allergic reaction, such as the rash of atopic dermatitis or stuffy nose of allergic rhinitis. These substances are called allergens. Dust mites are another example of an allergen.
Although there is no strong evidence [...]

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Safe Ways to Kill Germs

Posted on14. Jan, 2010 by Oksana Irwin.

Even if you wear gloves when cleaning the toilet or bathtub, it is a good idea to wash your hands afterward. This eliminates bacteria from water that may get on your hands as you take off the gloves.
Also: 

Clean the bathtub at least once weekly with scouring powder or a solution made with one-half cup of [...]

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Processed Food, Artificial Flavouring and MSG in Our Diet

Posted on01. Jan, 2010 by Oksana Irwin.

When the homemade stocks were pushed out by the cheap substitutes, an important source of minerals disappeared from the American diet. To enhance the taste and flavour of soups, food processing industry substitutes the real broth that is too expensive to make with cheep artificial meat-like flavours.
In the 1950s, food companies discovered how to induce [...]

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2010 – What is ahead?

Posted on29. Dec, 2009 by Oksana Irwin.

2009 – the year of the Ox – was a hard working year. I think the one word that can be linked to it most strongly would be ‘recession.’
Like many, I didn’t know what this recession would mean for my family, or our business. Assets had to be reevaluated, along with finances and values. Everyone [...]

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5 Heart-Healthy Meals

Posted on29. Dec, 2009 by Oksana Irwin.

Pumpkin Ravioli
The meat and cheese in traditional ravioli can send calorie counts (and saturated fat) through the roof. However, using pumpkin keeps this dish at less than 200 calories per serving. And pumpkin is rich in fiber, which also helps in maintaining a healthy heart.

1 cup canned pumpkin
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 [...]

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Natural Remedies of a Glass of Wine

Posted on28. Dec, 2009 by Oksana Irwin.

 It’s not grapes have ever lacked purpose. Just about every form they take – fresh, squeezed, squished and fermented, or dried on the vine – offers delectation. Over the past decade, the grape, especially in its red or black variety, has become more than food or libation, more than a source of nutrition and pleasure. [...]

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DIY Christmas Decorating

Posted on11. Dec, 2009 by Oksana Irwin.

 This sweet Christmas tree was made with a styrofoam cone, onto which peppermints were glued. Displayed on pillar candlesticks, they would make great table or mantle decorations. Very cute, and very easy! Via BHG.

The eco-friendly housewares-and-clothing boutique’s current window candy is a clever and beautiful assemblage of crocheted snowflakes, yarn pom-poms, and dried oranges hung from [...]

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