Holy smokes has it been HOTT!! And it's technically not even summer yet. Not that I'm complaining because I love it - but this heat (among other great happenings) is going to make this summer one for the books, I can already tell!
Well I am sorry for the little hiatus I had there but big news...I'm in the Local Farmer's Market selling Healthy Desserts!! Getting rid of all of the processed foods and adding Health(ier) sugars, Healthy Fats, Organic and of course Local ingredients are part of what make my desserts soooooo good! Now that I've got the first week under my belt I am ready to go and am not consumed with preparations! I just have to point out how much fun it was!! Connecting with so many like-minded people and even sharing with those that have just begun their dive into Healthy Lifestyle was so amazing and motivating. Plus it's all supporting local farmers and business!
Well I am sorry for the little hiatus I had there but big news...I'm in the Local Farmer's Market selling Healthy Desserts!! Getting rid of all of the processed foods and adding Health(ier) sugars, Healthy Fats, Organic and of course Local ingredients are part of what make my desserts soooooo good! Now that I've got the first week under my belt I am ready to go and am not consumed with preparations! I just have to point out how much fun it was!! Connecting with so many like-minded people and even sharing with those that have just begun their dive into Healthy Lifestyle was so amazing and motivating. Plus it's all supporting local farmers and business!
So check out your local Farmer's Market! Get out in the Sun and connect with your tribe!
Living in an area where - lets just say health is not of the utmost importance...it's easy to feel discouraged and isolated. I can't tell you how uplifting it was to see so many people out there searching and wanting good health. When we connect and work together that's when change can happen. Inspire Healthy Living!
Not to be overshadowed by the community that surrounds the Farmer's Market, there are all of the Fresh Local Fruits and Vegetables. I prefer buying local for many reasons but here are my main 4:
1. Vine-Ripened Produce - Since the farms don't have to worry about
shipping their products halfway around the world they can all their fruits
and vegetable to mature on the vine so that they reach their maximum
nutrient density! Plus chemicals/gases aren't used to force a ripe-color
...Mother Nature is responsible for that beauty!
2. Less Pesticides - A lot of the time small farms don't spend the money
to get Certified Organic...but that doesn't mean they aren't. Usually they
will use less pesticides, herbicides and fungicides than other
conventional produce you would buy in the grocery store
so it's worth inquiring about what is used.
3. non GMO - Like the Organic Certification, most small farms aren't going
to spend the money to get this certification either, but you're pretty safe
in considering Local Produce to be nonGMO. Not only do they not have
access to the genetically modified seeds,
most local farmers would go near them anyway.
4. Budget Friendly - one reason that organic produce is more expensive is
because they have to pay for all of the certifications and then take extra
caution to get fresh produce to you through the grocery store...
I can't tell you how many times the organic section at my grocery store is molding :(
even though it is a good sign that it is!
Buying from local farms is going to be less expensive and is a much
safer option to feel good about serving your family
Not to be overshadowed by the community that surrounds the Farmer's Market, there are all of the Fresh Local Fruits and Vegetables. I prefer buying local for many reasons but here are my main 4:
1. Vine-Ripened Produce - Since the farms don't have to worry about
shipping their products halfway around the world they can all their fruits
and vegetable to mature on the vine so that they reach their maximum
nutrient density! Plus chemicals/gases aren't used to force a ripe-color
...Mother Nature is responsible for that beauty!
2. Less Pesticides - A lot of the time small farms don't spend the money
to get Certified Organic...but that doesn't mean they aren't. Usually they
will use less pesticides, herbicides and fungicides than other
conventional produce you would buy in the grocery store
so it's worth inquiring about what is used.
3. non GMO - Like the Organic Certification, most small farms aren't going
to spend the money to get this certification either, but you're pretty safe
in considering Local Produce to be nonGMO. Not only do they not have
access to the genetically modified seeds,
most local farmers would go near them anyway.
4. Budget Friendly - one reason that organic produce is more expensive is
because they have to pay for all of the certifications and then take extra
caution to get fresh produce to you through the grocery store...
I can't tell you how many times the organic section at my grocery store is molding :(
even though it is a good sign that it is!
Buying from local farms is going to be less expensive and is a much
safer option to feel good about serving your family
