Beans, Beans, the Magical Fruit

Beans get a pretty bad rep sometimes for the gas and gastrointestinal pain that they can cause. They have complex sugars present, called oligosaccharides, which are very hard for the human body to digest. Instead of being digested in the normal fashion, beans can make it all the way to the large intestine before they […]

You Can Make Your Own Herbal Teas

When using herbs for medicinal purposes, we must prepare them properly.   Herbal infusion from leaves or flowers: Use 1 T. dry herbs per cup of water (use a single herb or blend a few together) Directions: Use a coffee press or Mason jar with tight fitting lid. Place herbs into container. Pour boiling water over the […]