You know it is summertime in our home when the old Spinach Borscht pot comes out of the cabinet. My remarkable Green Brain mother-in-law, later lovingly referred to as “Grandma Lil,” gave me my 6-quart enameled Spinach Borscht pot as a bridal show gift, 53 years ago. My introduction to Spinach Borscht was in the…

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You know it is summertime in our home when the old Spinach Borscht pot comes out of the cabinet. My remarkable Green Brain mother-in-law, later lovingly referred to as “Grandma Lil,” gave me my 6-quart enameled Spinach Borscht pot as a bridal show gift, 47 years ago. My introduction to Spinach Borscht was in the…

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My Orange Brain is resourceful, which means I am always looking for new studies about gluten problems, sensitivity, and solutions. One of my resources is my subscription to the Kumbquat Blog and Facebook page. I like the recipes, however, my Blue Brain adapts the recipes because of the dairy and sugar ingredients and my allergies. Today,…

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For the last five years I have dealt with an issue many people struggle with: Changing my life style eating habits and diet. My “Green Brain ” continually researches ways to live more comfortably eat more healthfully.  My change and challenge is all about NOT eating specific food groups: dairy, gluten, soy, corn, vinegar, sugar.…

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My favorite meal of the day is breakfast and I enjoy eating it any time of day! My “Yellow Brain Breakfast Plan” is: A bowl of fresh mixed berries, a spinach or mixed veggie omelet (usually 2 egg whites), a piece of toast and a cup of tea. Because of my sensitivities I need to…

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If you are like I am and have a tremendous sensitivity to Corn, this is a warming… Beware of Xanthan Gum! I’ve done some “Green Brain” research and discovered a secret! I was eating Gluten Free products, such as: bread, cookies, chocolate chips, crackers, etc. But, did not know that there was a “secret” ingredient…

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A few days ago I was purchased some  “Gluten Free” stables at All Ways Healthy, my local Health food store. I am most grateful to the owner, Carole Childers, who is a Certified Nutritionist (C.N.) as well as a Licensed Nutritional Counselor in the state of Illinois (L.N.C.). and her staff for their “Blue/Green Brain”…

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