by Donna Easto | Dec 13, 2020
HISTORICAL HERBS AND SPICES OF CHRISTMAS By: Donna Easto, C.H., H.C., M.H, H.Ed. Frankincense and Myrrh: Our modern understanding of the gifts of the Wise Men focuses mostly on their monetary value. However, there’s an even more important reason that the Magi chose...
by Donna Easto | Sep 26, 2020
GF starches and flours used in blends can be confusing. Recipes often call for a ratio of about 80% starches to 20% whole grain flours. The following list is not exhaustive by any means – I’ve not even touched on most seeds, nuts and legumes. However, I have...
by Donna Easto | Sep 9, 2020
Adapting to a gluten-free diet may seem overwhelming – especially after reading recipes that call for flours and starches you’ve never heard of before. A gluten-free diet means eliminating all items that contain the proteins found in wheat, rye, barley and...
by Donna Easto | Sep 9, 2020
Experiencing digestive problems such as gas, abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, constipation or diarrhea? You may be consuming something from a group of foods (FODMAPs) containing small carbohydrates (sugars) that are not being adequately broken down in your small...
by Donna Easto | Jun 7, 2020
By: Donna Easto, C.H., H.C., M.H., Certified Herbal Educator Covid-19 has resulted in considerable changes to our day-to-day activities. The need to stay home and remain isolated from others is the main cause behind something being dubbed ‘quarantine...
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