Contributed by Jennifer Dawson Going on a liquid diet when you’re in the middle of a gastrointestinal disease (GI) flare-up is a great way to prevent dehydration and heal your body. Meanwhile, snacking on freeze dried foods, such as pineapple, diced chicken, and cauliflower will boost your nutrient levels as you recover. Between 60 and 70 million Americans live with...
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Just a Hike to the Lake
The morning broke early and hot with the sky a deep blue with the sun its only guest. The perfect day to try for a hike to that isolated lake known as Bloomington Lake. There are generally two ways to get to this little jewel in the Rockies. (http://thetrekplanner.com/bloomington-lake-bear-river-mountains/) First is a hiking trail that winds its way up the... -
Hot and Cold: Freeze Drying and Dehydration Methods that are Changing the Freeze Dried Food Industry
Contributed by Jennifer Dawson It’s an exciting time for manufacturers and consumers of foods like freeze dried broccoli, freeze dried strawberries, or freeze dried apples, with new technologies adding value to different foods and enabling foods to retain the maximum amount of nutrients. The global freeze-dried foods market is expected to post a CAGR of over 7% between 2018 and... -
Freeze Dried Food: A Simple Solution to America's Food Problem
Contributed by Jennifer Dawson The NRDC reports that Americans waste 40% of all food - that’s the equivalent of practically throwing almost half of all purchased food straight into the garbage. With this growing trend of food waste, many are seeking timely ways in which they can preserve food in a meaningful way and save on the expense of waste. Purchasing... -
Using Nutritious Whole Foods For Snacking and Eating!
contributed by RL We got a phone call the other day from my brother-in-law informing us that he was going to come and visit. Not too unusual except he was going to backpack over the mountain for the visit. He is into hiking, camping and biking and Bear Lake (https://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/bear-lake) is one of his favorite places to visit. My... -
How To Make Nutritious And Tasty Garnishes
contributed by Jennifer Dawson Edible stir sticks for cocktails and mocktails are the hottest trend in garnishes, according to the Food Network. With the right ingredients and small kitchen appliances, it’s possible to create superb garnishes that are enjoyable and wholesome. These tips will help home chefs of all skill levels to master impressive garnishes that are nutrient-rich and very easy... -
It's Strawberry Day!
Strawberry Gelatin This strawberry dessert is very simple to make and makes for a sweet treat for anyone. For the gelatin, I followed the written instructions on the product, which equaled 2-3 servings, but it’s easy to adjust for however many servings you want to make. This strawberry gelatin is a 1-to-3-to-3 ratio, calling for 1 part gelatin mix...