This is a simple, foolproof 7-Day Sourdough Starter Recipe. It has 100% success rate if you follow the temperatures and timings This recipe creates a lively, mild-tasting starter that works perfectly for whole-wheat or white loaves. Ingredients Whole rye flour (or whole-wheat) – the best for fast start All-purpose white flour or bread flour (for […]
Monthly Archives: November 2025
Makes 12 Onion & Poppy Seed Bagels Prep: 3 h (including rising) – Cooking: 35 min Ingredients 2 red or brown onions, finely diced 15 ml (1 Tbsp) olive oil 1.5 L (6 cups) whole wheat bread flour 10 ml (2 tsp) active dry yeast 12 ml (2½ tsp) salt 30 ml (2 Tbsp) sugar […]
Learn about Gluten 101 and How Real Bread-Making Dramatically Changes Its Digestibility. Whole-wheat flour and white flour contain almost exactly the same amount of gluten proteins (≈10–14 % of the flour weight, depending on the wheat variety). So a loaf made from 100 % whole-wheat flour has the same total gluten as a white loaf […]
Whole wheat bread is made from whole wheat flour, preferably stone-ground, to prevent the oxidation of oils through heat. Whole wheat, which includes the bran, germ, and endosperm, offers significantly more nutritional benefits than white bread made from refined flour. Here are the main advantages: Key Nutritional Benefits Nutrient Benefit Compared to White Bread Dietary […]
Meatballs in Rich Tomato Sauce Recipe 4 portions Prep: 15 min – Cooking: 40 min Meatballs 500 g (1 lb) ground beef (round) 60 ml (¼ cup) uncooked brown rice. leave it in the water in the fridge overnight Alternatively, whole-grain bread dipped into water for 5 minutes and drained (I prefer it!) 1 onion, […]
4 portions of Overnight Oats with Apple and Dried Fruit Prep: 10 min + overnight resting Ingredients 180 g (6 oz) rolled oats (Whole) 500 ml (2 cups) milk, Whole fat or your favorite homemade vegetable milk 30 ml (2 Tbsp) brown sugar (raw sugar or honey) 2 apples, finely diced 30 ml (2 Tbsp) […]
Tips for Use: Aim to eat more fruits and veggies overall—pesticides are a concern, but the health benefits outweigh the risks.For the Dirty Dozen, opt for organic to reduce exposure by up to 80%.Note that items like sweet corn and papaya on the Clean Fifteen may include GMO varieties, so choose organic if avoiding GMOs. […]
Natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant foods are nutrient-rich. They are rich in biochemical components that have a significant positive effect on our bodies. These foods help combat inflammation, oxidative stress, and related chronic conditions such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and obesity. Below, we will be focusing on specific foods (flax seeds, persimmons, honey), and it […]
Why self-awareness? “I think, therefore I am,” said Descartes. Here are some questions: Who are we? Why are we here? What is the purpose of our lives? How many people are self-aware? What does being self-aware translate to? The two connections to our mind and body are: 1. Metacognition – being aware of our thoughts and […]
Did you know that lifestyle factors have an impact on major diseases? Studies show that Lifestyle is the most powerful tool in preventing chronic diseases. Lifestyle factors, primarily not smoking, maintaining a healthy body weight (BMI 18.5–25), regular physical activity (at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week), healthy diet (e.g., Mediterranean-style, rich in […]