Monthly Archives: August 2009
Oh Sigg, you have let me down!
I am deeply saddened. I love my Sigg bottle. I use it constantly. Each of family members own a Sigg (except for the little one that lost hers). When the dangers of BPA hit the airwaves, Sigg and Kleen Kanteen were touted to be the best, safest water bottles. I invested in Sigg believing I was doing the right thing. … Continue reading
Fight the Flu
I’m compiling a list of things you can do to help get through the flu season. We all know that this year will be pretty bad, but there are things you can do to possibly make the season a bit more bearable for you and your family. This will be constantly changing and updating list, so check often. Now, on … Continue reading
Swine Flu Vaccine – What You Need to Know!
I’m not a big fan of immunizations. I feel our kids are too over-immunized. Natural immunity is so much better! What ever happened to “Chicken Pox Parties”?! With kids headed back to school, there’s a new vaccine being pushed, the H1N1 or Swine Flu Vaccine. Should you rush out and get it? NO! First, I looked to Dr. Sears for … Continue reading
Win an Eco-Spa Getaway for you and a Friend!
Oh what fun this would be! Seventh Generation is hosting an Under the Sink giveaway. We all know a friend or two who hasn’t made the switch to greener cleaners. In 250 words or less, tell Seventh Generation why that friend needs a green makeover. Include a picture if you wish! The grand prize is an in-home consultation with Dr. … Continue reading
Gluten Free: Creamy Corn & Spinach Enchiladas in the Crockpot
Yummy! So, the family has decided to go gluten free and in our new quest, we are trying out tons of new recipes. One of my favorite sites is Stephanie O’Dea’s A Year of Slowcooking Blog. Dinner tonight was soooo good! I made a few tweaks to it so I’ll post my version, but do check out Stephanie’s Creamy Corn … Continue reading
Gluten Free Safe ingredient list
Scott Adams over at Celiac.com has comprised a wonderful list of safe ingredients for those on a Gluten Free diet. This is a really long list, but well worth browsing over as you begin this new lifestyle. Click below to see the list.
Hidden Gluten List
Scott Adams over at Celiac.com has comprised a wonderful list of hidden items that contain gluten. The first part of the list is ingredients to avoid. The second part of the list contains ingredients that may or may not contain gluten depending upon they way they were created. Abyssinian Hard (Wheat triticum durum) Alcohol (Spirits – Specific Types) Amp-Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed … Continue reading