Sisters in Raw

01/03/2011

http://www.naturalhomemagazine.com/natural-health/high-fructose-corn-syrup-change-name-corn-sugar.aspx

The Corn Refiners Association is lobbying the Food and Drug Administration to change the name of high-fructose corn syrup on food labels to corn sugar.

01/03/2011

Health Tip of the Day - Getting Fit One Step At A Time
A study at the University of Kentucky showed that people who expressed more positive emotions, including gratitude, lived up to 10 years longer than those who expressed fewer positive emotions. Upon arising and retiring think of 10 things you are grateful for.

12/27/2010

Health Tip of the Day - Getting Fit One Step At A Time
Studies have shown that brain cells can form new connections at any age. To ensure mental health, take classes in unfamiliar subjects or take up a new hobby.

12/21/2010

We almost have all of our raw candy and cookie recipes made for family gifts. Stuffed Dates, Ginger Spice Cookies, Pecan Raisin Cookies were made this morning. Tomorrow we are making Turtle Truffles. Think about giving the gift of health this holiday season. Happy Holidays everyone!

12/21/2010

Health Tip of the Day...Getting Healthy One Step at a Time. Chestnuts have less fat than any other kind of nut. One ounce of dry-roasted chestnuts contain less than 1 gram of total fat. Check your local natural food store to see if they carry fresh chestnuts. Check out this recipe http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art14553.asp

Roast chestnuts in an oven or

12/08/2010

Health Tip of the Day...Getting Fit One Step at a Time. Mangoes contain vitamin C, vitamin E and beta-carotene. No other tropical fruit contains all three of these powerful antioxidants. http://southernfood.about.com/od/mangorecipes/a/mango_recipes.htm

Mango Recipes and tips for using fresh mangoes, including how to choose fresh mangoes, mango recipes, and links to more.

12/06/2010

Health Tip of the Day ... getting fit one step at a time
Therapeutic massage has many benefits; it gets the blood and lymph flowing, loosens mental and physical blocks and promotes relaxation. http://ezinearticles.com/?Benefits-of-Therapeutic-Massage&id=388077

Researchers have been studying the medical, physical, and emotional benefits of therapeutic massage since the late 1800s. Their findings suggest that massage is beneficial in many daily aspects of human life. This article discusses the many proven...

12/04/2010

I just put a batch of Holiday Sweet Seed Bars in the dehydrator in preparation of our raw food class next weekend. After they dehydrate for a few hours I will cut them into bars and turn them over to continue dehydrating.

11/30/2010

Painful joints? Make a homemade heating pad by filling a tube sock with uncooked rice and microwave for 3 minutes. The sock easily molds around painful joints. Add a few drop of doTerra's Deep Blue blend of essential oils to the effected area for a deep and penetrating treatment. www.mydoterra.com/sistersinraw

11/30/2010

Vita-Mix blenders are the preferred blenders for a lot of raw food chefs. If you're in the market to buy one, check out the holiday savings being offered. https://secure.vitamix.com/acb/stores/4/?Coupon=04-0394-0006&store=1

11/29/2010

We met some wonderful people at the Corvallis Christmas Bazaar. We had the doTerra Lotus diffuser going all day with Whisper Essential Oil blend and everyone loved the smell. Do you know someone that suffers from candida, fibromyalgia or depression? We have essential oils that will help.

11/29/2010

Health Tip of the Day..."Getting Fit One Step At A Time"
Most people get a powerful surge of energy from sunlight or bright indoor light. Try moving your desk chair closer to a window or better yet, take a 5 minute walk outdoors every hour.