Food Budget Too High? Try These 7 Tips to Save Money

Slash my food budget?  Well, a few months ago, this was not an issue for me.  It’s not that I struggle to pay for food or that I live on a fixed budget.  However, I am humbled knowing that many people (including friends and family members) struggle to feed themselves and their families. So, what … read more

Black woman reading food label in grocery store

Food Labels: 9 Things Savvy Sisters Need to Know

Savvy sisters need to know how to read food labels to find the foods that best fit into a healthy eating plan.  But, there is a catch.  The labels are hard to read.  And, by that, I mean they are hard to see and difficult to understand.  I mean, what exactly does “low-fat” salad dressing … read more

Enjoy the Health Benefits of Ginger Year-Round

I love ginger and enjoy its many health benefits year-round.  My friends and family laugh at my ginger “obsession.” I love ginger beer, ginger bread, ginger snaps, and ginger candy. In fact, there are probably five or six different types of ginger candy in my house right now.  Additionally, I have fresh ginger, ground ginger, … read more

Best Ways to Remove Pesticides from Fruits and Vegetables

There are pesticide residues on almost all fruits and vegetables that you eat.  However, you can enjoy the many benefits of eating fresh fruits and vegetables by reducing your exposure to pesticides. This blog post will help you to understand what pesticide are, their potential health risks, and how to remove them from your food.  … read more