Why You Need Stomach Acid We’ve all been embarrassed by a particularly loud or smelly accidental fart or burp, but what if it’s a symptom of something more serious? I’m of course referring to… low stomach acid levels? Stomach acid is incredibly important for our digestive health, and is often the cause of common health […]
Archives for October 2019
Typography as Therapy
This year, I’ve decided to take a typography class, and learn more about the basics surrounding type, design, and the tools we use to make words more interesting. In this class, we gain access to a press machine called a Vandercook, which is a rolling press which prints our type onto paper. For those who […]
Surprising Benefits of Cooking Tomatoes (The Lycopene Secret) + Stovetop Shakshuka Recipe
Did you know that consuming tomatoes cooked is in fact healthier than eating them raw? Here’s why: Cooking tomatoes increases the bioavailability of lycopene, a bright red carotenoid, which is a powerful antioxidant. Lycopene is what gives tomatoes, watermelon and papaya their bright red color. Lycopene can help to prevent cancer growth, and supports your […]