by kathryn matthews | Feb 12, 2015 | Heart Health
As an old-fashioned romantic who loves February 14th, I wish you a Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re with someone special—or not—take time out to show the people you love that they matter. Heart Truths We speak “from the heart”, trust “our heart” and seek a...
by kathryn matthews | Feb 9, 2015 | Animal Protein
I love lamb. Especially, local lamb that is grass-fed and grass-finished. It imparts a lusty flavor—strong, distinctive, gamey. If I were to explain my proclivity for lamb from a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, I’d say that, energetically, lamb is...
by kathryn matthews | Feb 3, 2015 | Anti-inflammatory, Autoimmune-friendly, Paleo, Smart Carbohydrates, Thyroid-friendly
I’m not so much a lazy (though, sometimes, yes!) as I am a time-pressed cook. That’s why I love Delicata squash. You can eat it straight up…no peeling required. Winter squash, including Delicata, is an excellent source of antioxidants, B vitamins and...
by kathryn matthews | Jan 28, 2015 | Lifestyle
Are you still hanging onto extra weight that you would love to vanquish? Are you feeling bloated, lethargic, fatigued, irritable, or generally “icky”? Has your heartfelt New Year’s resolution to “eat healthy” already fallen by the wayside? Does self-care continue to...
by kathryn matthews | Jan 26, 2015 | Bone Broth
I love me some good pork, but I stopped eating it a few years ago because I wasn’t able to find quality, pasture-raised pork. Now, it’s back on my menu after discovering excellent Hudson Valley sources of pasture-raised pork. This winter has been bitterly...