Author Archives: Espirational

Cool Smoothies for a Hot Summer: Cantaloupe Sunrise

This smoothie with a mild flavor of cantaloupe and strawberries makes a good breakfast. So, how healthy is this smoothie? As an orange fruit, cantaloupe is high in beta carotene. [Source: The World’s Healthiest Foods http://www.whfoods.com] Strawberries are high in antioxidants and there is current research looking into possible anti-inflammatory properties. [Source: healthfood-guide.com] Ingredients; 2Continue reading “Cool Smoothies for a Hot Summer: Cantaloupe Sunrise”

“Callie’s Campfire” Update

  We seem to have found the source of Callie’s discomfort. Thank you to everyone for your input on this.  She was missing some of “her stuff.”  While everything that is hers moved with us it was not all out.  She had her essentials, including toys.   However I had not yet found places for her shelter bedContinue reading ““Callie’s Campfire” Update”

Heart Health Thought for July

“Think about it: Heart disease and diabetes, which account for more deaths in the U.S. and worldwide than everything else combined, are completely preventable by making comprehensive lifestyle changes.  Without drugs or surgery.”  — Dean Ornish M.D. Read more at http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/heart_disease_2.html#GYvIX0HeqQm0xMYb.99

Healthy Living A to Z: O is for Orange

Today we are talking about the color orange. The orange color in carrots, pumpkin, squash, oranges, apricots, cantaloupe, nectarines, yams (and others) comes from carotenoids, the best known of which is Beta Carotene. It is also found in dark green leafy vegetables, another reason to eat your spinach. Orange is not just a bright, happyContinue reading “Healthy Living A to Z: O is for Orange”