ETNOBOTÀNICA | All you need is Biology Tot i que poden formar part de la nostra dieta, les flors són les parts de les plantes més poc considerades en gastronomia. A part d’aportar un toc de color i estètica als nostres àpats, les flors poden enriquir la nostra alimentació amb nutrients i textures diferents. En aquest article parlem sobre les flors més usades en la cuina de diferents cultures i quins beneficis ens poden portar. Potser no t’has plantejat mai quina part de la planta estàs ingerint quan menges una patata, un enciam, un tomàquet o una pipa però tots els vegetals citats són òrgans diferents de les plantes amb propietats i funcions ben diferenciades. Les patates, pastanagues, moniatos, mandioques i remolatxes són arrels o tubercles i aporten a la nostra dieta molts nutrients. Una de les funcions de les arrels és acumular reserves per al desenvolupament de les fulles i flors, així aquests òrgans constitueixen una gran aport de glúcids amb gran valor energètic i també vitamines. I les flors? Graziano, X. 2010.
Quick & Easy Home Baked Pizza Instead of putting up a fight today – I’m gonna join the US Congress in their recent declaration – Pizza is a Vegetable! This statement becomes completely true, when you start off with a “flour free” whole foods crust like a sprouted grain tortilla and load a big bowl of vegetables on top. I have a feeling this pizza will become a staple in your household, like it has mine. The freshness in taste goes beyond any frozen pizza could ever deliver. When I suggest one of these pizzas to my husband for dinner, I usually hear a big “OH YEAH!” This recipe will bring upon cheers from your loved ones, friends and family! Food Babe’s Pizza is a Vegetable Pizza 1 Ezekiel sprouted wheat tortilla4 tablespoons of tomato/pizza sauce1 garlic clove minced¼ cup onions chopped¼ cup green peppers chopped¼ cup broccoli chopped5 black olives sliced1 ounce of organic mozzarella cheese (Optional)½ ounce of raw parmesan cheese (Optional)crushed red pepper for sprinkling Enjoy with a big green salad. Are you vegan?
All Natural Deep Conditioner with Coconut Cream People are really interested in all natural care products. I’ve had a lot of great questions about my natural lathering shampoo recipe. And several people have wondered the best treatments for colored or chlorine damaged hair. That’s why I’m happy to give you guys this awesome little recipe: An all natural deep conditioner for your hair using coconut cream! Behold the power of saturated fats If you’ve been around this blog for a while you already know that I love to include a lot of saturated fats in my diet (from real, clean food). Due to its high content of saturated fat, coconut is an excellent emulsifier to restore damaged hair. Coconut Cream Hair Rinse: An all natural deep conditioner Ingredients: 1/2 cup fresh coarsely grated coconut meat* 1/2 cup fresh coconut milk (like this) 2 teaspoons raw honey 1 fresh vanilla bean, cut into small pieces (optional, but really heavenly) *Fresh coconut is always going to give superior results. Directions: 1. (Image sources 1, 2)
What Is Lab Milk? Benefits and Drawbacks People have relied on cows, buffalo, and other animals to produce milk for thousands of years (1). However, thanks to technological advancements, certain companies have begun making dairy milk in laboratories. You may wonder how this is possible, and whether lab milk comes close to the flavor and nutrition of dairy milk from animals. This article explains everything you need to know about lab milk, including its benefits and drawbacks. Lab milk is a type of cow’s milk that doesn’t require any animals, feedlots, or farmland. Instead, it’s concocted inside laboratories. Unlike plant-based milks, which have a different flavor and nutritional composition, lab milk is said to be identical to cow’s milk in both nutrients and taste. It’s based on the same premise as lab-grown meat, which utilizes tissue grown from harvested animal cells without slaughtering living animals. However, lab milk isn’t made from animal cells. How is it made? Lactose-free option Environmentally friendly and vegan
“The Metaphysical Gardener’s Guide, Vol. 6: Pass the Dutchie from the left hand side”, More Psychedelic Marijuana Art for Meditation and Joy Expansion. A Zen Pagan Co-Creates with Randomness. | Sacred Square: Inner Journeys in the Outer World Ahhh, the plant and flower art continues. More specifically in this case, the marijuana art. For those of you unfamiliar with my process, here’s a brief overview. I take pictures of things, manipulate the color range of those pictures and then rearrange them to what you see in this post. I also spray blast, or use spray paint to create some of my work. Interesting things happen during this process. Exploring the psychedelic and meditation art that results from this process has lead me further along the path and opened new doors. But enough rambling on the nature of weed and my socio-political views, because whether you get high or not, you gotta admit, these pieces look really beautiful both in color and form. Here’s “Marijuana 5″… Aerial view of Mayan ruins? Here’s “Marijuana 6″… There is a symmetrical beauty, an almost cosmic consciousness to these. Here’s “Marijuana 7″… And here’s “Marijuana 8″… Beautiful stuff. Yours in creating new possibilities and realities…Cosmo P.S. Like this:
25 Amazing DIY Gift Ideas I love the season of giving! Not only does it seem to bring out the best in most people, but it also means I get to have some fun making my favorite DIY gifts. And today I’m really excited 25 fun ideas for you. DIY Gifts: Personal Care & Home This Peppermint Whipped Body Butter is my all time favorite diy gift. Here are my other favorite diy homemade gifts: Homemade Bath Salts from Primally Inspired Beach Body Polish from The Nourished Life Coconut Oil Salt Scrub from The Coconut Mama Chocolate Mint Lip Balm from Homemade Mommy Vanilla Bean Body Butter from Primally Inspired Honey Lavender Bath Melts from Happy Money Saver Whipped Coconut Oil from Primally Inspired Orange Chocolate Whipped Body Butter from The Coconut Mama Lemon Honey Sugar Scrub from Homemade Mommy Homemade Glitter Bronzing Gel from The Coconut Mama Wool Dryer Balls from Healthy Living How To Antioxidant Coffee Body Scrub from The Coconut Mama Coconut Oil Lotion Bar from The Coconut Mama DIY Gifts: Delicious Treats There you go!
Microplastics found in 90 percent of table salt: potential health impacts? In partnership with the National Geographic Society. Microplastics were found in sea salt several years ago. But how extensively plastic bits are spread throughout the most commonly used seasoning remained unclear. Now, new research shows microplastics in 90 percent of the table salt brands sampled worldwide. Of 39 salt brands tested, 36 had microplastics in them, according to a new analysis by researchers in South Korea and Greenpeace East Asia. “The findings suggest that human ingestion of microplastics via marine products is strongly related to emissions in a given region,” said Seung-Kyu Kim, a marine science professor at Incheon National University in South Korea. National Geographic has also teamed up with Wattpad to raise awareness of the global plastic issue through a creative storytelling challenge. Salt samples from 21 countries in Europe, North and South America, Africa, and Asia were analyzed. The new study is the fifth on salt published in recent years.
How to Get Rid of Blackheads (with Quiz) Steps Method 1 of 16: Glue Trick 1Acquire some simple non toxic glue. 3Apply glue to troubled areas. Method 2 of 16: Squeezing Them 1Warm your skin. Method 3 of 16: Cotton ball Cure 1Use a mild exfoliant to remove cells and expose. 2Pat your face dry with a clean, fresh towel.3Place a slightly warm compress on your face for approximately 10-15 minutes in order to soften the blackhead, making it easier to remove.4Pat your face again. 5Place a cotton-ball on the tip of each finger. Method 4 of 16: Toothbrush And Toothpaste 1Apply an inch-sized amount of toothpaste on the toothbrush. 2Wet the toothbrush and wet the affected area. Method 5 of 16: AHAs (Extra) 1Purchase a cream containing an AHA (alpha hydroxy acids).2Apply a small amount of cream to the affected areas. Method 6 of 16: Lime Juice 1Make a lotion with equal parts of lime juice, almond oil and glycerin. 2Apply your lotion to your face. Method 7 of 16: Honey Trick Method 8 of 16: Egg Whites 1Beat an egg white. 1Wet your face. Tips Ad
Homemade Lotion: Peppermint Whipped Body Butter Today I excited to share my favorite DIY recipe to date. Two words: Homemade Lotion. Actually, I take that back. Let’s try FOUR words: Peppermint Whipped Body Butter. Mmmmmmm…. The decadent, luxurious, DIY recipe of the year! This is also a perfect DIY gift, whether you’re looking for something for the holidays, Mother’s Day, birthdays, or “just because.” Homemade Lotion: Peppermint Whipped Body Butter Ingredients: 1/2 cup coconut oil 1/2 cup cocoa butter (like this) 1/2 cup shea butter (like this) 1/2 cup sweet almond oil (like this) 1 tsp vitamin E oil (like this) 2 – 4 drops peppermint essential oils* (learn how to get my favorite essential oils at wholesale prices here.) Directions: 1. 2. 3. 4. *NOTE: If you are making this whipped body butter for little bodies you may want to choose a different oil like lavender which is more highly recommended for small children. As with all homemade beauty products, make sure you follow these simple safety guidelines.
Whole Wheat Sourdough English Muffins JMonkey My daughter basically lives on these for breakfast. I save up old starter over the week in the fridge and make these both during the week and over the weekend. Ingredients Sourdough starter: 1/2 cup (stiff or wet, makes no difference)Milk: 1 cup if you use wet starter; 1.25 cups if you use stiffWhole wheat flour: 2 cupsHoney: 1 TbsSalt: ¾ tspBaking soda: 1 tsp Semolina flour or cornmeal, for dusting Dissolve the starter into the milk and then add the flour. The next morning, add the honey, salt and baking soda and mix well. Spray griddle or skillet lightly with spray oil or add a little butter. Split with a fork and toast if you like. My Website / Blog | Just another WordPress site
These Are the Best Room-Temperature Foods for Summer It is not properly hot out yet, but once that happens, three things will become true: I will start to hate using my oven. I will want to invite people to my yard to enjoy a meal al fresco. I will grow increasingly lazy. None of these three things is in direct conflict with the other two, but their co-existence does present some challenges. Cooking outside keeps things cool, but grilling usually means I end up all smoky and sweaty come suppertime. I also do not always love putting fresh-off-the-grill food into my mouth if I myself have spent a good amount of time sweating over hot coals. Eating food that was cooked the day before, a couple of hours ago, or even just half an hour ago and then allowed to cool does two things: It introduces you to new flavors and textures, and it frees up your hosting timeline considerably. While a nice hot steak is definitely enjoyable, a grilled flank that’s been sitting in a board sauce overnight (in the fridge) can be transcendent. A word on food safety
Sangreal, The Cosmic Grail: Piercing the Veil - Sacred Geometry International Sangreal, The Cosmic Grail: Piercing the Veil – Part 7 In the previous two months articles I discussed the remarkable phenomenon of red rain. I quoted chemical engineer and archaeologist Patrick McCafferty who concluded in The International Journal of Astrobiology that the red rain particles were both extraterrestrial and biological in nature and that their source was the interior of comets, but, as he comments, “such an image of a comet, containing a liquid interior teeming with red cells, is difficult to imagine and even harder to accept.” Yet, as difficult as it may be to accept, it appears that a considerable amount evidence, both historical and empirical as well as mythical and anecdotal, leads to such a conclusion. Then Perceval sat back down beside the lord, who paid him every honor. Within that hall of light from the burning candles was as bright as one could find in any castle. As they were speaking of one thing and another, a squire came forth from a chamber gripping a white lance
Online Books : "The Essential Psychedelic Guide" - DMT INTENSITY: 9 to 10 SAFETY FACTORS: 5-MeO-DMT is an MAO inhibitor. See list of items not to take with MAO inhibitors on page 19. MATERIAL: N,N-Dimethyltryptamine and 5-Methoxy-Dimethyltryptamine are naturally occurring psychedelics found in a variety of plants around the world, several of which are native to the Amazon region. N,N-DMT and 5-MeO-DMT are also manufactured synthetically, as separate compounds, and sold on the underground market And although it's quite rare in the psychedelic underground, synthetic DMT is used much more often than DMT from natural sources. HISTORY: There are several plant sources of DMT, many of which have uniquely different histories of use. Two sources of DMT, Anadenanthera peregrina and Virola theiodora, are made into snuffs, commonly known as Yopo and Epena, respectively. Elsewhere in the Amazon, DMT-containing plants like Psychotria veridis are included in brews known as Ayahuasca or Yage. How the natives discovered this combination boggles the mind.