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    Spinach Health Benefits and Easy to Grow

    September 11, 2020

    Spinach has incredible health benefits and it is very easy to grow. Several of my followers diagnosed with COVID-19 told me, doctors prescribed a regimen of vitamins C, D, and Zinc to combat their “mild-cases.” So this week I decided to write about a vegetable full of vitamins C, D, and zinc – SPINACH! Origin Spinach is a member of the beet family domesticated in central Asia. In the late Middle Ages, the Arabs brought it to Europe. Spaniards grew it as early as the eighth-century and eventually brought it to the United States. Known to be rich in the aforementioned nutrients, some consider it the most important leaf vegetable…

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    5 Ways to Discover New Foods

    July 30, 2020

    Are you bored with dinner and need to discover new foods? Over the last few months, you probably are cooking at home more and are getting tired of some meals? Of course, we all have our favorite comfort meals, but there is something very special about discovering new ways to leave our taste buds dancing. The more you cook, the more of a challenge this can be. The key is to try something new while respecting your taste preferences and dietary requirements. Here are five fantastic ways to discover new foods when you are tired of the same recipes. Change Your Salad Selections Leafy vegetables are low in calories; the…

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    Using My Garden to Get Healthy

    July 23, 2020

    I wanted to share how I am using my garden to get healthy because, like you, I am tired of all this pandemic junk? As I am sure you already know, home improvement stores have been booming; everyone stuck at home working on their homes and gardens. In our increasingly “techno-gadget,” “synchronized,” “self-centered” society, it is now, more than ever, to relax, find a stress release, and put our minds at rest.  We need to find… Something we can do at home… It will improve our mental health… Help us exercise… Encourage good eating habits…      How About – Grow Your Own Food! According to Tina Vindum, founder of…

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    Creating an Edible Garden on a Budget

    June 23, 2020

    I have some sort of edible garden every year and it is always on a budget. Vegetables that you have grown yourself taste delicious, are healthy and can help you save on your grocery bills. In our house, it is a tradition to have a BLT, with the first tomato of each season. However, growing an edible garden can be an expensive business. Here is some helpful advice if you want an edible garden on a budget. What to grow in your edible garden Before you can pick which edible delights to grow, you need to carefully consider the resources you have available. In fact, there are two particularly important…

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    5 Steps for a Successful Garden Plan

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    You must start with a successful garden plan to grow nutritious, sustainable food for your healthy meal plans. Now more than ever, growing your food can be a stress reliever, save you money, and provide your family with delicious vegetables and flavorful herbs. Supermarket organic options can be costly, and with the current shopping restrictions, who wants to go to the store? To achieve a bountiful garden, you must start with a plan… Planning Your Garden Whether you are using containers or plotting a garden in the ground, having a plan is crucial for success. Ideally, you should keep a record of what you grow, plant maintenance, and your harvest.…

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