Wellness Cocoa Powder: Super Food for the Body and Mind

When most people hear the word cacao, they initially associate the word chocolate with cacao. Of course, chocolate is usually associated with some kind of dul, but as a powder made from cocoa, it is good in raw form as a very beneficial superfood. Unlike the regular cocoa available on the market, this is not […]
Beautiful losses of childhood moved to the Philippines

“The only way to mean change is to plunge into it, move with it, take part in the dance.” ~Alan Watts Dear reader, I have to admit that I have not always been a fan of change. I wouldn’t say I’m naturally leaning towards something new or unfamiliar to this world. Like many kids, I […]
How to make green beans with pressure cans?

When the plant gets the right amount of nutrients and the right water, it rewards it with a load of harvests that can be made at once. Now, the challenge is to find a way to keep them fresh after harvest. One option is that green beans can. This is considered the safest and most […]
Seven plants to brighten your balcony this winter

Winter Pagan adds a splash of color to containers during winterImage: ShutterStock Is there a better way to brighten up the winter of a dark, dark moon than planting a balcony full of colorful winter flowers in winter? Here are seven favorites. All of these are good for planting in patio pots or containers. Winter […]
Fishbone Cactus: How to Grow and Care for This Unique Ornamental Plant

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Your health and life insurance is now cheaper without GST.

The existing tax benefits remain the same. In Section 80C, premiums can be deducted up to 1.5 lakh. Under Section 10 (10D), maturities and death benefits are tax-free (conditions apply). This combination of low premiums and tax benefits makes insurance a compelling option for long-term financial planning. Whether it’s a LIC policy, a private insurance […]
The 10 foods I always have in the fridge (and how I use them!)

Have you ever stared at your fridge and wondered what you were eating? A fridge in stock makes healthy eating very easy and more fun. These 10 staples are always on hand in our home as they are favorite, versatile and family friendly. Whenever we are out of below, we often run to the store! […]
Low Carbohydrate Keto Intermittent Fasting Week 37

3 Carbohydrates, Keto, Intermittent Fasting Week Meal Plan. Low Carb Keto Fasting Meal Plan The meals we present on my website and menu are made for families. If you follow a low carb or ketogenic diet and you’re doing it on your own, then the meal here is made for you! All of these recipes […]
Jeanne’s Midsummer Garden in Washington

Happy Friday, Gpoders! Surprisingly, we started this week the incredible garden makeover of Kirk and Martha painters in Sammamish, Washington (if you missed it, check out that post here: Panoramas of Kirk’s Washington Gardens), and we finish the week in the exact same town, but completely different gardens. We were first introduced to Jeanne’s garden […]
12 seeds that need your fridge (not your garden!) to actually grow

I was shocked to discover that my struggles were not lazy. They had just missed a winter nap! That’s right: many seeds require refrigeration before they actually plant. This game-changing technique (called cold stratification) mimics natural winter conditions, with experience in the wild, without which certain plants will reject buds. Ready to convert your germination […]