Inflammation has been implicated in all kinds of disease in the last few years. Heart disease, cancer, autoimmune conditions and strokes are just a few of the ailments associated with inflammation. Inflammation does have benefits too. It is the short term process your body uses to heal itself after a cut or injury. Unfortunately, if […]
Green Goddess
Most of us think about summer as the time to indulge in fresh fruit and produce but fall also offers an abundance of tasty plants. One of my favorite ways to dive into the bounty of fall is by munching on all the fresh greens. Kale, spinach and Swiss chard are three of my favorites. […]
Four Fabulous Fruits and Veggies for Fall
Fall is definitely in the air this weekend in Portland. I love the cool, crisp air and the occasional rain. It is a welcome change from the heat of summer. For many, the change of seasons brings some regrets with the perceived loss of the abundance of fresh produce. However, in the Willamette Valley, we […]
Detox your Body this Spring with these Superfoods
Good Afternoon and Happy Easter and Last Day of Spring Break! I hope you have enjoyed your weekend. It has been kind of a whirlwind week between Spring Break and the holiday. I don’t know about you but I have been indulging in a few too many goodies this past week and am looking forward […]
