Unfortunately, cream cheese without additives like gums and emulsifiers is really hard to come by. What should in theory be a nutritious, calorie-dense food is almost always tainted with these cheap fillers that are best avoided. All of the big brands use gums like guar and/or locust bean gum so you’re better off with one … Read more
If you’re milk alternative of choice is almond milk, it can be frustrating trying to find almond milk without carrageenan and other gut-irritating gums. Luckily, there are a few store-bought options to consider before you get a nut-milk bag and make it yourself. Ingredients I Avoid Almond milk is a staple in many homes so … Read more
Carrageenan, despite a dubious safety record of potential inflammatory and carcinogenic effects, has made its way into almost every dairy-based food product on shelves today. Although not yet as ubiquitous as carrageenan in chocolate milk, the common additive is now being used in some yogurt brands including Publix and Horizon. If carrageenan is on your … Read more
Even coconut milk, a trendy health conscious dairy substitute, can’t escape the food industries ongoing efforts to put mysterious additives into absolutely everything. The ingredients lists of the most common coconut milk brands now look like a chemistry lab report. It doesn’t have to be this way. If you are lactose-intolerant or otherwise avoiding dairy, … Read more
If you’re trying to avoid high fructose corn syrup and other artificial sweeteners, but still want an occasional sweet carbonated treat, check out these brands that make soda with cane sugar. Soda with Cane Sugar Brands Boylan’s Boylan’s is widely available in grocery stores, as well as online. Their classic flavors made with cane sugar … Read more
I’ve always bought organic coffee, because I’ve known that coffee is highly sprayed. But recently it came to my attention that coffee has a big mold problem. The issue is that some green coffees that have been poorly stored and processed after harvest can grow mold, which includes mycotoxins like aflatoxin and ochratoxin. These mycotoxins are usually found … Read more
Bone broth has so many amazing health benefits that it’s in your interest to consume it regularly– either just sipping it or using it to cook with. It’s actually pretty easy to make at home, especially so if you have a pressure cooker or slow cooker. But, when you’re in a pinch and need bone … Read more
If you’re as sensitive to caffeine as I am, even a small cup of tea before bed can have you tossing and turning all night. Many of the decaf tea options from the grocery are no good in my book because they use harsh chemicals during the decaffeination process. The most natural methods of decaffeination … Read more
Soup dishes are a favorite cold weather dish no matter what part of the world you’re in. Menudo vs. Pozole are two of the most popular soup dishes from Mexico. These traditional Mexican soups appear to be almost indistinguishable at first glance, but there are some key differences. What Is Menudo? Originally a Mexican dish, … Read more
Wheat is a staple food, and it comes in many forms, including spelt and kamut. Both Spelt and Kamut are names that frequently emerge regarding wheat alternatives. So, what is so special about both spelt and kamut? And are they actually healthier than conventional wheat? What Is Spelt? Spelt hasn’t always been as popular as … Read more