#organic beet juice

[gardenferments]

5 Benefits of Beet Kvass

Improves digestion - The probiotics in beet kvass support a healthy gut microbiome which aids in better nutrient absorption and regular bowel movements.

Boosts immunity - Packed with vitamins and minerals, beet kvass helps strengthen the immune system and protect the body against illness.

Increases mental clarity and physical performance - It contains antioxidants that reduce inflammation and open up blood flow for enhanced brain function and energy levels.

Aids liver detoxification - Beet kvass can help the liver flush out toxins and reduce buildup of substances like candida that lead to sugar cravings.

Helps reduce sugar cravings - Its natural composition curbs the desire for sugary foods, supporting weight management and a balanced diet.

Drinking 2 oz of beet kvass daily provides these digestive, immune and detoxification benefits for radiant health.

[djcgold]

 Beetroot Powder vs. Whole Beet Juice – Which is Better?

Curious about which is better for you? Check out my latest post: Beetroot Powder vs. Whole Beet Juice! Discover the benefits of both and make an informed choice for your health.

Powdered beetroot versus whole beet juice, which is better? This crimson vegetable offers more than just a delicious addition to meals, as more people are discovering. This post will examine beetroot powder health benefits compared to those of whole beet juice.  TABLE OF CONTENTS Understanding The Beetroot DifferenceBeetroot PowderTips for Using Your DehydratorWhole Beet JuiceComparing the…

[barszcz-czerwony-i-biali]

I'm half Ashkenazi half polish. All I know how to do is cook even if it doesn't look like it should be eaten in the first place (It's an acquired taste dammnit), have an unhealthy relationship with substances, be mentally ill, and autism

im half sephardi, half italian. all I know how to do is cook, have an unhealthy relationship with substances, be mentally ill, and autism

[aesethewitch]

Learning to Cook Like a Witch: Using the Scraps

Cooking can create a lot of waste. From peels and rinds to bones and leaves, people throw away quite a lot of scraps in the kitchen. And witches, as you may know, are experts in the art of the cunning use of whatever we’ve got around.

As a witch who spends a lot of time in the kitchen, I’ve had ample opportunities to get creative in my cooking craft. It helps that I grew up in a household defined by scarcity: not our own, by the time I was conscious enough to remember, but my parents’ poverty. It colored the way I learned to cook, using everything I possibly could, making enough to last, preserving what I didn’t immediately use, and creatively reusing leftovers and scraps.

There are some topics I won’t necessarily cover here. Composting is an option, but there are some bits of food scrap that don’t need to be composted — they can be saved and repurposed for all sorts of things, magic and mundane. Likewise, recycling, buying sustainably, and growing your own food when you can are all great options for reducing household waste in the kitchen.

For the purposes of this post, I want to focus specifically on food scraps. This is an organized list of kitchen scraps that I’ve used in a variety of other dishes and projects. I’m focusing primarily on food waste, not so much on packaging (such as reusing egg cartons, milk containers, boxes, and so forth).

Vegetable Scraps

Freeze leftover vegetable scraps to make stock. This is a fairly common bit of advice — save bits of leftover vegetables to make a vegetable stock or another kind of stock. It’s good advice! I keep a bag in my freezer that I put vegetable scraps in to save until I’m ready to make a new batch of stock. Not all veggies should be saved like this and used for stock! Some make stock bitter or otherwise unpleasant-tasting. Personally, I tend to freeze these for stock:

- The skins, ends, and leftover cuts of onions (just be wary of the skins; too much will make your broth bitter) - The ends of celery (not the leaves — they’re bitter!) - Corn cobs - Garlic skins, ends, tiny cloves that aren’t useful otherwise, and sprouted cloves - The ends of carrots (also not the leaves) - The ends of leeks - Pepper tops/bottoms (not the seeds)

I would recommend against putting things like potatoes, brussels sprouts, cabbage, and leafy greens in there. Potatoes don’t add flavor, sprouts and cabbage make the whole thing taste like those foods, and leafy greens end up bitter. If something has a strong, distinctive flavor (beets, sprouts), I wouldn’t add it to my freezer bag. These scraps often form the veggie portion of my Sick-Be-Gone Chicken Broth spell recipe!

Regrow leeks, green onions, and celery. Pop these in a bit of water and watch them grow back! It’s a fun experiment, and you’ll never have to buy them again.

Plant sprouted garlic. Aside from the fact that you can still cook and eat garlic that’s sprouted, you can plant a sprouted clove in a pot. Care for it well enough, and you’ll end up with a full head of garlic from that one clove!

Fry potato peels. Anytime I make mashed potatoes or peel potatoes for something, I always save the peels. Give them a thorough rinse and shallow-fry them in oil, turning them over until they’re golden and crispy. Toss them in a bit of salt and pepper while they’re still hot, and you’ve got tasty chips to snack on while you cook the rest of your meal! No need to cover them in more oil or anything — the heat will cause the salt to stick right to them.

Save leaves for pesto. Yum, yum, yum. Pesto isn’t just all about basil, you know. Save the leaves from carrots, beets, radishes, and even celery to grind up alongside basil, garlic, salt, and lemon juice for a delicious pesto recipe.

Fruit Scraps

Save citrus peels. Peels from oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and other citrus fruits have a multitude of uses. Candy them for a sweet treat, dry them to add to potpourri or incense, or save them to put into a simmer pot for bright, sunny energy.

Juice the whole fruit. Again, thinking mostly about citrus fruits, when you need the zest from something but not the rest, don’t just throw away the fruit. Squeeze out all the juice you can. Even if you don’t need it right now, you can freeze it to use later in simmer pots, fruity waters, or anything else that needs a touch of juice.

Turn extra fruit and berries into jam or syrup. If you’ve got berries and fruit that are about to go off, or maybe the ends of strawberries, don’t toss them! Look up recipes for jam of the specific fruit you’ve got or make an infused syrup. Syrups in particular can be used for cocktails, teas, and desserts for an extra magical kick.

Pickle watermelon rinds. That’s right. Pickle those suckers. They’re so tasty. I’ve seen people make kimchi with watermelon rinds, too, though I’ve never tried it myself!

Save seeds for abundance work. Seeds in general are great for spells geared toward long-term success, new beginnings, and — when there are a lot of them — wealth. Different fruit seeds have properties that tend to correspond with the fruit they come from, so consider their potential purposes before you just toss them! (Note also that some fruit seeds are toxic; these would be suitable for baneful workings.)

Keep cherry stems for love magic. Have you ever done that thing where you tie a cherry stem with your tongue? If I’m eating cherries, I like to save some of the stems for love workings. Tie them into little knots like you might with string while envisioning ensnaring the love you’re looking for. I wouldn’t do this with a particular person in mind; binding someone to you is almost never a good idea. I’ve used it to attract specific qualities in a person of romantic interest: attentiveness, humor, kindness, and so forth.

Use pits to represent blockages, barriers, and problems. I most often use them in baneful workings, typically jammed into a poppet’s mouth or throat to keep someone from talking shit. It could also represent a sense of dread in that way — a pit in the stomach, uneasy and nauseating. But you could also use them in the sense of removal, ritualistically removing the pit or problem from a given situation.

Herb Scraps

Freeze or dry extra fresh herbs. Different drying techniques are ideal for specific herbs. I’d suggest looking up recommended methods before sticking anything in the microwave. If you’d like to freeze your herbs instead, I typically will lay them on a damp paper towel, wrap them up, place them into a freezer-safe bag, and then put them in the freezer. Most herbs will keep for a couple months this way. When you want to use them, pull them out and let them defrost right on the counter.

Make pesto. Again, pesto isn’t just basil! Experiment with tossing in different scraps of herbs to find out what combination you like best.

Reuse steeped tea. Particularly when I use loose herbal tea, I like to lay out the used tea to dry out. It can be burned similarly to loose incense, though the scent may be somewhat weaker than with herbs that are fresher or unused. I find that it’s fine, since I’m sensitive to smells anyways.

Toss extra herbs into your stock freezer bag. Just like with vegetables, extra herbs make welcome additions to a scrap stock pot. I always make a point to save sage, thyme, marjoram, and ginger. You can add just about anything to a stock pot, but be aware of the flavors you’re adding. Not all herbs will match with all dishes.

Protein Scraps

Dry and crush empty egg shells. This is one most witches will know! I use crushed egg shells for protection magic most often: sprinkled at a doorstep mixed with other herbs, added to jars, and spread around spell candles.

Save shrimp, crab, and lobster shells. They’re a goldmine of flavor. Toss them into water with veggies and herbs, and you’ve got a delicious, easy shellfish stock. Use it to make fishy soups and chowders that much richer.

Don’t discard roasted chicken remains. Use them for stock, just like the shells. I like to get rotisserie chickens on occasion since they’re ready-made and very tasty. Once all the meat has been stripped off the bones, simmer the entire carcass with — you guessed it — veggies and herbs for a tasty chicken stock.

Reuse bacon grease for frying. After cooking bacon, don’t throw away the grease right away. Melt it over low heat, strain the bits of bacon out, and pour it into a jar to put in the fridge. You can use it to fry all sorts of things, but my favorite thing is brussels sprouts. They pick up the delicious, salty, bacony flavor from all that rendered bacon fat. So good.

Other Scraps

Use stale bread for croutons or bread crumbs. When I reach the stale end of a loaf of bread, as long as it isn’t moldy, I like to tear it into pieces and toss it into the oven for a little while. Let it cool and then pulse it in a food processor, and I’ve got delicious bread crumbs! Or, cut it a little more neatly, toss it in oil and seasonings, and then bake, and now I’ve got homemade croutons for salads. You can really hone your herbs for both of these, tuning them to be perfect for whatever spell needs you have.

Small amounts of leftover sugar. I don’t know why, but I always end up with a tiny amount of white and brown sugar in the containers. This can be used in teas, of course, but I like to offer it up to spirits. In particular, my ancestors tend to appreciate a spoonful of brown sugar stirred into a small, warmed cup of milk. You can also look up mug cake or single-serving cookie recipes; often, they’re cooked in the microwave, and they only need a little sugar to make!

Keep vanilla bean pods. Vanilla is fucking expensive. When I have a little extra and want to really splurge for a special occasion, I’ll get a couple pods. And because they’re so expensive, I hate wasting any part of them. They’re good for love magic, sure, but you can also toss the spent pods in a jar full of sugar to make vanilla-infused sugar. I’ll often use the pods to make infused milks, too; warm the milk over low heat, add the pods, and let it steep like tea. It goes great in teas and desserts. For a nice self-love spell, sometimes I’ll melt chocolate into the vanilla milk and make hot cocoa!

Save the rinds from Parmesan and Pecorino Romano cheese. You might not be able to just bite into these, but they’re fabulous additions to a stock pot. They add a rich, umami depth to the flavors. I also like to throw these into pots of tomato sauce to add even more flavor to the sauce.

Used coffee is still coffee. After I make a pot of coffee, I’ll sometimes save the grounds by letting them dry back out. I wouldn’t make another cup of coffee with them, since all the flavor’s gone, but they’ll still have attributes of energy generation and smell great. I like to pack used grounds into sachets to hang in places where I want to encourage more energy and focus, replaced every few days or so. Coffee grounds also have high amounts of nitrogen in them, which can help plants thrive; just be careful about pH values in the soil! You don’t want to hurt your plants with too much acidity.

Final Thoughts

I hope you found these tips helpful! There are a ton more ways to save and reuse kitchen scraps that would otherwise go to waste. Sometimes, tossing stuff into the compost or trash can’t be avoided. But I’ve found that being aware of the possibilities can help diminish the amount that gets wasted.

If you have questions or other suggestions for reusing kitchen scraps, feel free to drop them in my inbox, reblogs, or replies. And if you did enjoy this post, consider tossing a couple dollars in my tip jar! Supporters get early and sometimes exclusive access to my work, and monthly members get bonuses like commission discounts and extras. (:

[le-fruit-de-la-passion]

Shigaraki Kinktober - Day 1 - Obessesion and Lingerie

Tomura Shigaraki wasn't a thief.

A weirdo, a creep, a pervert, that, he could accept. But he was most definitely not a thief.

That's exactly why every time one of your pair of panties mysteriously vanished from the laundry basket, it always miraculously came back the very next day. And you barely noticed it, anyway. At most, he'd catch you discreetly asking Kurogiri if he had found any ‘personal items’ lost somewhere between one of Dabi's crumpled jackets or some of Toga's preppy skirts. But the answer was always a blank stare and a deep-voiced "no", and you would profusely apologize with that beet-red blush covering your cheeks. It never ceased to make him smile.

If only you knew.

And it wasn't as if it was his fault, really: you left them so easy to take, right on top of your neatly organized pile of clothes, as if you wanted someone to take them. As if you wanted him to take them.

And so it had started just like that, with him taking your underwear to bring back to his room like a dog with a bone, and stare at for a few minutes. He would imagine the way the little bow would sit right underneath your belly button, the fabric curving perfectly around the shape of your ass, and that would give him enough material to jack off for a week.

But it wasn't long before that wasn't enough. He wanted to touch them more, revere them, know the place of every seam by heart like it was an extension of your body. The fabric was always so soft against his fingers, the silky material gliding under the pressure of his thumb.

He was always extremely careful to keep his little finger up to protect them, perhaps more attentive than he would have been with most human lives. And as crazy as it would sound to anyone else, it was more important to him than any stranger's life, because it was a part of you.

The only part of you he could ever have.

He would bunch the fabric in a loose fist, bringing it close to his face. If touching your underwear made him aroused, the smell alone could get him fully hard.

It wasn't honey sweet like his numerous trashy visual novels had told him it would be; it was more bitter, like citrus, and a little floral, a blend that was so uniquely you it made him dizzy. It brought back blurry memories of something homey, calming, the taste of a camomille tea someone used to make him as a child whenever his allergies flared up. But that wasn't something he wanted to think about. He wanted to fill his brain with nothing but the thought of you, and this moment.

His free hand would stroke his cock, lazily at first, so he could rub the material on his nose and the edge of his dried lips. The ghost of your taste would linger over his tongue, so deeply enticing he could almost imagine you in bed with him, straddling his face with your thighs. If you were, God, he would lick your pussy through those panties, watching it grow wetter from his saliva and your juices combining. Just the thought of it made him groan out loud.

Soon, his hand wasn't enough, and he would wrap the delicate fabric around his shaft to keep pumping his fist. The lace border was rough on the sensitive skin, but Tomura couldn't care less. The fabric burns he would have later would be a trophy, an unlocked achievement, a reminder that for at least a moment in time, something of yours had belonged only to him. As he got closer, he would gather the crotch of the underwear to the head of his cock, pretending he was fucking your clothed pussy. It never took long after that for the roughness to take him over the edge.

When he would come, it was always on the panties, never letting a single drop fall anywhere else. It was a question of principle: he liked to think of it as a way of marking it, of marking you. Even if any evidence would be gone by the next cleaning cycle, he was obsessed with the idea of you wearing underwear that once had his cum on it.

And you, airhead that you were, would never be any wiser.

Because Tomura Shigaraki wasn't a thief.

He simply borrowed.

[beautiful-and-terrible]

“falling into place”

mike schmidt x reader

summary: “You meet Mike Schmidt under rather unfortunate circumstances. Luckily, he's a decent guy, and tries to make it up to you. Besides, who could say no to those big brown puppy-dog eyes?”

tags: Slow-burn, domestic, hurt/comfort, gradual friends-to-lovers, whatever the opposite of a meet-cute is, because mike is a disaster, sub!mike, dom!reader, eventual smut

Part 2

also available on my Ao3: https://archiveofourown.org/works/51690952/chapters/130675165

A sigh escaped your lips as you watched raindrops race down the window. It was a Friday afternoon, and you were an hour away from being done with your shift at your town’s local, run-down grocery store. You were working the cash register - a mindless, repetitive task that sucked the soul out of you, but it paid the bills. You didn’t mind talking to customers, when they were polite. It was usually hit or miss with the older customers. They never seemed to understand that you couldn’t accept expired coupons. Or that eggs really were $1.05, yes even for the non-organic ones.

This particular afternoon was going especially poorly. You had two people refuse to pay their bills and just walk out with their groceries, you had a screaming child in line with her mother who kept begging you to just “give the kid a piece of candy for free”, and at least three older men had told you “you’d do your job a lot better if you smiled.”

By the last hour of your shift, you were on the verge of a breakdown. Tears pricked your eyes - your feet hurt, your back ached, and your heart was still tender from being chewed out by your manager for letting those two people walk out without paying. As if you, a minimum wage employee, had the authority or skills necessary to stop two shoplifters. And besides, you didn’t really think stealing essential things like food warranted arrest or reprimand, anyway.

So that’s why when a particularly mean old bat who smelled like mothballs and cat piss yelled at you for not scanning her groceries quickly enough, you finally snapped. You slowly put down the fifth carton of prune juice you had scanned, untied your apron that had your name tag pinned on it, and let it drop to the ground.

You looked the old woman in the eyes, flipped her off, and walked out. As you passed your manager on your way to the front door, you flipped him off, too. The way his face went beet red with rage would remain in your brain as one of the funniest things you’d ever seen. You were pretty sure there was a vein in his temple about to burst.

So now you had no job. Great. You sighed, putting your head in your hands as you stood under the covered walkway that led into the store. You stood like that for a long time, just letting the reality wash over you. You knew you wouldn’t be able to cry in public, but as soon as you got home you would put on your softest hoodie and sweatpants, and have a good cry about how shit your life had been these past few months. You steeled yourself, raising your head and starting to walk towards your car.

You were about half way out into the rainy parking lot, holding your jacket above your head, which blocked your peripheral view, when you were suddenly on the hard, wet ground and your vision pulsed with white stars. It felt like you had been sucker-punched by the Hulk. You looked around dazedly, trying to figure out why you were suddenly on the ground.

Headlights beamed directly at face level as you sat up, rubbing your head. You brought your hand away - no blood, at least. But your wrist hurt like a fucking bitch. The throbbing pain got worse by the second - each beat of your heart caused the flesh around your wrist to swell up like a balloon. Or at least that’s what it felt like.

“Holy shit, I’m so sorry, are you okay? I looked away for a second and you came out of nowhere I’m so fucking sorry-”

You looked up to see two very distressed, very pretty hazel-brown eyes staring down at you. A man with a mellow voice was apologizing profusely, attempting to help you stand up. You could only nod dumbly, holding out a hand placatingly.

“I’m fine, I think… my wrist really hurts,” you pouted, trying not to sound like a child but your day had been so dogshit that your usual barriers were crumbling easier than normal.

“Let me take you to the Urgent Care, it’s the least I can do…” he trailed off, grabbing you by both elbows to help you up off the wet ground. You shivered, from the cold rain dripping down your neck and from the adrenaline of the moment starting to wear off. The man helped you into the passenger seat of his car and got in the drivers side.

You looked down at your wrist - it was already swollen. Your lip started to tremble, and big, fat tears started to leak from your eyes. You sniffled, which caught the guys attention.

“Oh, hey, don’t cry. I’m sure it’s just sprained. And I’ll even try to help pay for your cast or whatever… not that I have any extra money but that’s the right thing to do…” he murmured under his breath. You glanced at him and gave him a half smile, wiping the tears off your face.

“Don’t worry about that. I just appreciate the ride. I’ve had a pretty shit day - getting hit by a car was just the cherry on top.

“Yeah, I know about shit days,” he said simply, then winced, looking in the rearview mirror. “Sorry, Abs. A pretty crap day, is what I meant.”

You turned around, confused. In the back seat was a girl of about 11 or 12, looking sullenly out the window. She shrugged noncommittally.

“Hi,” you said softly. The girl glanced at you, frowned, and turned more toward the direction of the window. You looked at the guy, who just sighed.

“That’s my sister, Abby. She’s having a crap day, too.”

“Dang. The three of us should start a club,” you said, which made the guy let out a snort of laughter. You looked at him, surprised by the display of mirth.

“So… what’s your name?” he asked, stopping at a red light. You told him your name, which he repeated before saying, “Nice to meet you. I’m Mike.”

[eatclean-bewhole]

A day of eating to support or heal your gut. Your gut will feel good, and you may even shed a pound or two. Show your gut some love!

ACV tea:

1 cup warm filtered water

1-2 Tbsps organic apple cider vinegar

2 Tbsps lemon juice

1 Tbsp raw honey

1 tsp cinnamon

dash of cayenne

BREAKFAST: Banana-berry smoothie bowl

1 cup frozen banana

1/2 cup avocado, frozen

1 cup kefir

1 Tbsp flax seeds

1 Tbsp grass fed Ancient collagen peptides

Optional toppings: thin apple slices, berries, cacao nibs, kiwi, chia seeds, raw honey, almonds, fresh mint, gluten-free granola

LUNCH: Beet hummus plate & bone broth

1/4 cup beet hummus

1/2 cup tabbouleh

1/4 cup snap peas

1 radish

1/4 cup olives

1/2 cup mixed berries (raspberries, blackberries, cherries)

1 Tbsp unsalted dry-roasted pistachios

SNACK: Banana energy bites & golden turmeric milk

Golden milk:

2 cups coconut milk

1 1/2 tsps fresh ginger, grated

1” turmeric, peeled

1 tsp coconut oil

1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp vanilla extract

1-2 Tbsps raw honey

cracked pepper

*Blend 5 minutes until smooth.

Banana energy bites:

Banana

2 Tbsps almond butter

1 tsp hemp seeds

*Spread almond butter on banana & roll in hemp seeds.

DINNER: Miso butternut soup

1 tsp sesame oil

1/2 onion, chopped

1 cup cubed butternut squash, skin on

1 garlic clove, chopped

3/4 cup lima beans, drained

1 tsp vegetable bouillon

1 handful of kale, finely chopped

1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

1 tsp ginger, finely grated

1/2 Tbsp brown rice miso

Directions:

1. Sautee onion in olive oil for 5 min. Add squash & garlic, stir for a min. Add beans & bouillon, along with half a liter of filtered water. Cover & simmer for 20 min.

2. Meanwhile, steam kale for 10 min, then toss with sesame oil, seeds & ginger.

3. Add miso to the soup and mix. Top w/ sesame kale mix.

Probiotics (30-50 billion bacterial count)

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[what-marsha-eats]

Pink Deviled Eggs

by Ruth Reichl

They’re so beautiful, and you get a lot of bang for very few bucks.

(Incidentally, I usually use Sriracha in the recipe, but like many people, I am suffering from Sriracha deprivation due to the shortage of Huy Tung Sriracha, which is currently selling for a staggery $75 on Amazon. According to the "Los Angeles Times," the company goes through 50,000 tons of Mexican chiles a year, and the drought south of the border has created a chile shortage. I haven’t found another brand I like, so I used Tabasco in its place.)

1 dozen hard-boiled eggs 1 jar pickled beets Tabasco mustard mayonnaise salt and pepper

Once your eggs are cooked and peeled, put the whole eggs into a bowl with the juice from a can of pickled beets; add a bit of water if the eggs aren’t completely covered.

Before long the eggs will begin to turn a vibrant shade of pink. Leave them in the refrigerator overnight, and the whites will be the most beautiful color, a dazzling contrast to the marigold color of the yolks. (Leave them in the beet juice for more than 18 hours, however, and the yolks will turn pink as well.)

Cut the eggs in half lengthwise, then slice a  bit off the bottom of the white of each half so they won’t wobble on the plate.  It makes them considerably easier to fill. Remove the yolks and mash with  mayonnaise, a bit of mustard, and salt and pepper.  Add a splash of Tabasco for heat.  

If you want truly etherial tenderness, whip the filling in a food processor; it will make it smoother. Then pile the deviled yolks back into the pink shells. (A pastry tube makes this easier.) 

At the end, just for color, top each one with a little leaf of herb.

A small digression on the science of hardboiled eggs….

When eggs are new, the membrane beneath the shell sticks tightly to its shell, making peeling them a serious challenge. As eggs age, the protective coating on the shell becomes porous and begins to absorb air making the whites less acetic. (This is why the whites of freshly laid eggs are cloudy; as they absorb air they lose some of the carbon dioxide in the albumen, the ph rises, and the whites become clearer.)

But while the egg whites are losing their acidity, they are also getting thinner, meaning that the yolk is moving farther from the center. So if you’re intent on perfect deviled eggs, begin with organic, new-laid eggs but put them in the refrigerator for a week and store them on their sides.

When you’re ready to hard-boil them, bring the eggs to room temperature (which will keep them from cracking). Put your eggs in a pot that will hold them in a single layer, so that they cook evenly. Cover them with cold water and raise it quickly just to a boil. Cover the pot, turn off the heat and let the eggs sit for 12 minutes.

Chill the eggs, immediately, in a bowl of ice water.  This will prevent the dread green circle around the outside of the yolk. (That occurs because the iron in the yolk reacts with the sulfur in the white when the temperature of the egg reaches 158° F.  Although perfectly harmless, it lends your deviled eggs a slightly ghoulish air. )

If you don't want to wait a week, steam your eggs.  It's easy. Put them in a steamer (or a colander over a big pot), cover them and steam for twenty minutes. Plunk them into an ice water bath until they’re cool enough to handle. Roll on the counter.  The shells of even new-laid eggs will peel right off.  

[jeusussavearmyveteran1205]

Food labeling is confusing. But do not be deceived!

When orange juice says it's non-GMO, please recognize that all oranges are non-GMO. The only potential GMO products in the USA are papaya, corn, alfalfa, soybeans, cotton, potatoes, squash, canola, sugar beets, and apples.

When organic milk is labeled antibiotic free, remember that all dairy products, including milk, are always antibiotic free. Same applies to meat.

Those bananas advertised as cholesterol free? That's because all bananas are cholesterol free.

When a jar of peanuts says it is made in a plant that processes peanuts just use your common sense and roll your eyes.

When a bag of apples says it is gluten free, remember that gluten comes from wheat.

When you see a Facebook post that talks about hormones in beef, please understand that an 8oz serving of beef has 2-3 nanograms of estrogen, an 8 oz serving of white bread has 136,080 nanograms of estrogen, and 8 ounces of soy flour has 342,468,000 nanograms of estrogen. All living things produce estrogen, it's just science.

When that carton of eggs says that they came from vegetarian fed chickens, don't forget that chickens are naturally omnivores.

So yes, eat healthy, but don't be swayed by deceptive advertising. Be informed.

No farms, no food. Know your farmers, know your food

[woganic]

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[gardenferments]

The Gut-Friendly Drink: Beet Kvass

Need an edge for your active lifestyle? Try organic beet kvass, a fermented drink bursting with probiotics to aid digestion, enhance mental clarity and curb sugar cravings so you can focus on your next achievement.

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[laviniathelighteater]

2) Hmm, let me think. I'm very sensitive to fö0d textures and am also scared about cáls, so there's a pretty réstricted list of things i feel completely comfortable éating. I will organize them by fö0d groups. (These are also just the things that came to mind, I'm sure i'm forgetting some.)

Fruits: apple, dragon fruit, kiwi, orange, peach, pear, pineapple, plum, passionfruit, tomato, clementine, tangerine, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, date, fig, mango, nectarine, apricot, papaya, banana

Vegetables: arugula, basil, broccoli, spinach, carrot, bell pepper, sweet red pepper, sweet potato, bean, chickpea, edamame, green bean, lentil, split pea, plantain (i love plantain y'all), avocado, beet, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumber, garlic, leek, onion, radish, seaweed, scallion

Grains: barley, brown rice, oats, popcorn, quinoa, rye, polenta, semolina, couscous, millet, most homemade porridges

Nuts: almond, chestnut, chia seed, flax seed, pistachio, plant based milk

Animal products: egg, cow milk, goat milk, cow cheese, goat cheese, yoghurt, kefir, sour cream, most homemade puddings

Other: tofu, plant chef schnitzels, lentil chips, homemade gyoza, copycat cheesecake recipes (mostly with cottage cheese or yoghurt or sth), flatbread, stewed apples, most vegetable and fruit juices (except carrot), most protein bars (except the ones with the bricky texture), this one specific brand of crackers, quesadillas, most soups, rice cakes

These are most or all of the things i could think of that i would éat with little to no stress (based on the day i'm having, of course. what does or does not gross me out fluctuates frequently). I hope this was fun to read, i'll be back tomorrow!

[thisweekfarmington]

Week of March 17 - 23

Monday 3/17

-Matcha Monday, 2-6pm, End of the Rainbow Alternatives (249 Farmington Falls Rd). Lattes will be made to order with organic matcha, organic oat milk, and local maple syrup!

-Scotland’s Old Blind Dogs In Concert, Old South Church, doors at 6:30pm. General Admission $28, Students (12+) and Seniors (65+) $23. Free admission to children under 12. Ticket reservations can be made by calling 207-491-5919 until 2 pm on March 17 or purchased through the online www.farmingtonucc.org/events until 2pm the day of the concert. Tickets will be available at the door.

Tuesday 3/18

Wednesday 3/19

-WWW - Wednesday Workers and Warm Up, 10am-2pm. Farmington Grange - come for soup and social time. Folks are invited to bring something to share, or just to socialize. Games, puzzles, and a small library available, as well as assistance learning to knit, crochet, or sew. Everyone is welcome.

-Sound meditation with Mike, Twice Sold Tales, 6:30pm.

Thursday 3/20

-Co-working morning, Root Down Market, 7-10:30am.

-Twice Sold Tales open late! Snacks and wine bar til 8pm.

-Annual Membership Meeting, ArtsFarmington. North Church, 5:30-7:30pm. Please join us, whether you are a member or not! Light refreshments, music, and socializing at 5L30; meeting begins at 6pm.

-Rock 'n Restore Yoga with live cello, Twice Sold Tales, 5-6:15pm. All levels, including beginners, welcome! Some mats available to borrow. Sliding scale options ($10 | $20 | $30) to accommodate all budgets.

-90s Trivia Night hosted by DJ Beets, FarmTown Brewing Company, 6-8pm. $5pp, teams up to 6 people. The tunes will be radical and if you wear your fly '90s outfits, you will get bonus points!

Friday 3/21

-Twice Sold Tales open late! Snacks and wine bar til 8pm.

-Karaoke Night with Eila, Ambition Brewing, 6pm.

Saturday 3/22

-Maine Maine Saturday at Mystic Valley Maples, 768 US Route 2 W, Wilton, 8-4pm.

-Pancake Breakfast at the Chesterville Town Hall, 8-11am. Menu: pancakes, bacon, sausage, baked beans, maple syrup, butter, coffee, tea, and juice. Adults $10.00 and children 10 and under $5.00. This event is sponsored by the North Chesterville Extension Homemakers (778-3156).

-Winter Farmers' Market, 10am-1pm, 130 Quebec St.

-Free Book Saturday, 10am-1pm, 144 High St.

-Free clothing giveaway, 583 Fairbanks Rd., 10-1pm. Hosted by the Franklin County Children’s Task Force in partnership with the Fairbanks Union Church.

-Tracks and Trees Guided Snowshoe, Flagstaff Trailhead, 11-2pm. Led by Registered Maine Guide Bob Duport. Learn about animal tracks and Maine tree species. This family-friendly snowshoe will meet and leave from the Flagstaff Trailhead. Free hot beverages and optional lunch available for purchase.  Please RSVP here!

-Trivia Night at Root Down! 6-8pm, doors at 5pm. Max 4 people/team. $5 cash per person. Reservations recommended starting Thursday morning. Dinner, drinks, prizes!

Sunday 3/23

-Brunch at Root Down, 7am-2pm.

-Maine Maine Sunday at Mystic Valley Maples, 768 US Route 2 W, Wilton, 8-4pm.

-Maine Maple Sunday at JB Farm, 140 Stinchfield Hill Rd., Chesterville, 8-4pm.

-Maine Maple Sunday at Twin Brook Maples, 383 Fairbanks Rd., Farmington, 9-4pm.

-Maine Maple Sunday at Long Drive Acres Farm, 319 Temple Rd., Wilton, 10-4pm.

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[dailythehealth]

The Incredible Health Benefits of Carrot and Beetroot Juice

Carrot and beetroot juice is a powerhouse of essential nutrients that offer numerous health benefits. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, this vibrant drink is an excellent addition to your daily diet. Whether you want to boost your immunity, improve skin health, or enhance stamina, this juice has got you covered.

If You Want to read about in detail about advantages of carrot and beetroot juice

1. Rich in Essential Nutrients

Carrots are high in vitamin A, beta-carotene, and fiber, while beetroots are loaded with iron, folate, and nitrates. Together, they provide a perfect blend of vitamins and minerals, promoting overall well-being.

2. Boosts Immunity 🛡️

This juice is packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, which help strengthen the immune system. Regular consumption protects the body from infections and enhances resistance against diseases.

3. Improves Digestion 🍽️

Carrots and beets contain dietary fiber that supports digestion and prevents constipation. They also promote gut health by nourishing good bacteria in the intestines.

4. Supports Heart Health ❤️

The nitrates in beets help improve blood circulation and lower blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart disease. Carrots also contribute to heart health by lowering cholesterol levels and supporting proper blood flow.

5. Enhances Skin Glow ✨

Carrot and beetroot juice is a natural skin booster. The presence of antioxidants and vitamin A helps combat acne, pigmentation, and signs of aging, leaving your skin healthy and glowing.

6. Boosts Energy & Stamina ⚡

Beetroots increase nitric oxide levels in the body, improving oxygen flow to muscles. This makes the juice an excellent natural energy booster, ideal for workouts and physical activities.

7. Detoxifies the Body 🧼

Carrot and beetroot juice acts as a natural detox drink, flushing out toxins from the liver and kidneys. It purifies the blood and enhances organ function.

8. Supports Eye Health 👀

Carrots are rich in beta-carotene and vitamin A, essential for maintaining good vision. Regular intake helps reduce the risk of eye disorders like cataracts and night blindness.

9. Aids in Weight Loss 🏋️

This juice is low in calories and high in fiber, making it an ideal drink for weight management. It keeps you full for longer and reduces unhealthy cravings.

How to Prepare Carrot & Beetroot Juice 🍹

✅ Ingredients:

2 medium carrots

1 beetroot

½ lemon (optional)

1-inch ginger (optional)

Water (as needed)

✅ Method:

Wash and peel the carrots and beetroot.

Cut them into small pieces and blend with water.

Strain the juice and add lemon or ginger for extra flavor.

Serve fresh and enjoy the health benefits!

Final Thoughts

Carrot and beetroot juice is a must-have for anyone looking to improve their overall health naturally. From boosting immunity to enhancing skin and heart health, this juice provides an array of benefits. Try incorporating it into your daily routine and feel the difference.

[selfcarecookingadventures]

A couple weeks ago I tried beets for the first time. My boss was having them with feta for lunch one day and I mentioned how I've never had them. The next week she brought me in a thing of feta and a package of organic cooked beets. I had them for lunch and decided I liked them enough to try making something with them.

Fast forward to today and ta-da!

This is a beet salad recipe I found online and decided to make. It was absolutely delicious. I didn't have a red onion, so that was the only part I was missing.

I highly recommend this recipe. I loved it. The orange juice and zest with olive oil and red wine vinegar made a badass combo for the dressing and cut the earthiness of the beets. The pistachios made a great crunch and the sweet tang of the craisins was a fun addition.

If anyone is in need of a new salad and wants to do something easy, this one is worth it.

These are what I used for the beets. I rinsed them and drained the juices and they worked great.

What a cooking adventure!

[corpsboosthealth]

Boost Your Immune System Naturally: A Complete Guide to Strengthening Your Defenses

Introduction In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a strong immune system is more critical than ever. Your immune system acts as your body’s frontline defense against viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens. While genetics play a role, lifestyle choices significantly influence immune health. This comprehensive guide explores science-backed, natural strategies to strengthen your immune system, including dietary tips, wellness practices, and holistic approaches. Whether you’re looking to prevent illness or enhance recovery, these actionable steps will empower you to take charge of your health.

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Why a Strong Immune System Matters

Your immune system is a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to protect your body. A robust immune system:

Fight infections like colds, flu, and COVID-19.

Reduces symptom severity and speeds recovery.

Supports energy levels, digestion, and long-term wellness. Weak immunity, on the other hand, leaves you vulnerable to frequent illnesses and chronic inflammation.

Natural Strategies to Boost Immunity

1. Eat a Nutrient-Dense Diet

A balanced diet rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants is foundational for immune health.

Key immune-boosting foods:

Vitamin C Sources: citrus fruits (oranges, lemons), berries (strawberries, blueberries), bell peppers, and broccoli. Vitamin C stimulates white blood cell production.

Zinc-rich foods: seafood, nuts, seeds, and legumes. Zinc supports immune cell function and wound healing.

Probiotics: yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, and kimchi promote gut health, where 70% of your immune system resides.

Anti-Inflammatory Spices: Garlic, ginger, and turmeric (with curcumin) combat inflammation and infections.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Salmon, mackerel, and flaxseeds enhance white blood cell activity.

Beta-Carotene: Carrots, sweet potatoes, and spinach support skin and mucous membrane health.

Sample immune-boosting meal plan:

Breakfast: Greek yogurt with berries and chia seeds.

Lunch: Spinach salad with grilled salmon, bell peppers, and olive oil dressing.

Dinner: turmeric-spiced lentil soup with garlic-roasted broccoli.

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2. Stay Active with Regular Exercise

Moderate exercise improves circulation, reduces inflammation, and enhances immune surveillance.

Aim for 150 minutes of weekly activity (e.g., brisk walking, cycling, or yoga).

Avoid overtraining, which can temporarily weaken immunity.

3. Prioritize Sleep

Sleep is when your body repairs and regenerates. Poor sleep lowers infection-fighting antibodies.

Adults need 7–9 hours nightly.

Tips: Create a dark, cool bedroom; avoid screens before bed; try herbal tea (chamomile, valerian root).

4. Manage Stress Effectively

Chronic stress elevates cortisol, suppressing immune function.

Practice mindfulness, meditation, or deep breathing.

Spend time in nature or journal to unwind.

5. Stay Hydrated

Hydration flushes toxins and supports lymphatic function.

Drink water, herbal teas, or infused water with cucumber and lemon.

6. Harness Herbal Remedies

Elderberry: reduces flu duration.

Echinacea: May prevent colds.

Ashwagandha: Combats stress and boosts energy.

Immune-Boosting Wellness Shots: Recipes & Benefits

Wellness shots are concentrated, nutrient-packed drinks. Here are easy recipes:

1. Lemon-Ginger Immunity Shot

Ingredients: 1 lemon (juiced), 1-inch ginger, ½ teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon honey.

Benefits: Vitamin C + anti-inflammatory power.

2. Beet-Berry Energy Shot

Ingredients: ½ beet, ½ cup strawberries, 1 orange (juiced), ¼ tsp ashwagandha powder.

Benefits: iron-rich + stress relief.

3. Pineapple-Mint Digestive Shot

Ingredients: ½ cup pineapple, 5 mint leaves, 1 tsp coconut water.

Benefits: Bromelain enzyme aids digestion.

Store shots in airtight jars for up to a week.

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The Bioenergetic Approach to Immunity

This holistic method focuses on optimizing your body’s energy flow to enhance immune function. Practices include:

Acupuncture: Balances energy pathways (meridians).

Reiki, or Qi Gong, reduces stress and promotes healing.

Grounding: Walking barefoot outdoors to reduce inflammation.

Pair these practices with a nutritionally rich diet for synergistic benefits.

Conclusion

Strengthening your immune system naturally requires consistent effort and a holistic approach. By nourishing your body with immune-boosting foods, staying active, managing stress, and exploring wellness shots or bioenergetic practices, you’ll build resilience against illnesses. Always consult a healthcare provider before starting new supplements, especially if pregnant or managing chronic conditions.