We recently had the opportunity to try some of Tropical Traditions Green Label Virgin coconut oil. We have loved every product that we have tried from Tropical Traditions, so we were really eager to try out their coconut oil. Coconut oil is our staple cooking fat in our home. Coconut oil does not have an overpowering coconut flavor, so it is really ideal for all cooking. The slight hint of coconut flavor adds even more dimension to the dishes…

…s as black as molasses and tasted like licorice.   If there are so many varieties, why doesn’t it say so on the label? And how do you know what you’re getting at the store?  Big honey packers usually blend all kinds together. When someone is buying honey, you need to make sure it reads 100% honey. If it says “honey blend,” it’s usually mixed with corn syrup. The USDA is starting to crack down on scams where packers try to pass off adulterated hon…

…” That first grocery trip took almost a full day in the store. I had a crazy-long list, and I read every single label. I kept the receipt on the fridge to remind myself on how much money I had spent for this. When you say you were losing yourself, what do you mean by that? Well, I’m 27, and I didn’t even recognize myself… You’re 27!?! Haha yes! Isn’t that crazy? I was married when I was 18, and had my son when I was 19. If you would have told me…

…s below). The full list of certified businesses can be found here.  6. The European Union has adapted universal labeling laws for gluten-free. If the food contains less than 100 mg/kg, it may be labeled “very low gluten” while if it contains less than 20 mg/kg it may be labeled “gluten free.” 7. The AIC was founded in 1979. Let’s think about this one for a second. Many Americans had no idea what gluten was just five years ago. The FDA passe…

…skin care line/Dr. prescribed skin care I have tried in the past. I really like using Tropical Traditions Green Label Coconut Oil for skin and eating. Beauty Balm – the smell is a little funny, but this stuff is literally like magic! Primal Life Organics – If you really want a skin care regimen, but don’t want harsh chemicals, this is the stuff for you. It is fantastic! Primal Life Organics Pit Stick – I love this deodorant! It…

…in Bill’s head. I was thinking just simply bake the fish, but Bill wanted more. Off he went to read every label on every bottle of tartar sauce he could find. “Good luck finding anything with good ingredients” I said. “Man, this crap is all junk!” Bill replied. Now we were heading home to make baked fish AND tartar sauce for dinner. Since less is always more in our minds regarding food, we threw the fish in the over…