Cacao vs cocoa. What’s the difference? You know cocoa (coh-coh), your old faithful friend. Served hot in the winter, and a prime component of all your favorite chocolate products. But what’s this cacao (ca-cow) guy, and why is it a superfood when cocoa is not? Let’s start with the guy you know. Cocoa Powder Cocoa […]
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The fall and winter can be a stressful time up here in the frozen north. School is in full swing, and so many holidays are approaching. In addition, the weather is getting colder, and our shoulders are steadily rising, unbidden, towards our ears. So what can we do to keep things calm? Meet Magnesium Calm. […]
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Okay, so we don’t have a cool Buzzfeed-style quiz generator . . . and by “personality”, we really mean “dietary preferences and digestive foibles”, but stick with us! Here’s a breakdown of the ice creams of Moberly, and a handy guide to figure out which is the ice cream for you! The “I Can Eat […]
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You’ve likely heard something somewhere about grass-fed being better. People are switching to grass-fed beef, grass-fed butter, and grass-fed milk wherever possible, but many are not sure why. Let’s break down the science-y stuff: The Benefit of Grass-Fed, In General All cows eat grass. Any student of the bass clef knows this. Their stomachs were […]
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Two superfoods, both alike in name, in fair Toronto where we lay our scene . . . Maca and Matcha. No ancient grudge here, just similar-sounding products who have one thing in common – SO MANY HEALTH BENEFITS! Let’s look at the differences re: maca vs matcha. Let’s start with Maca Maca is referred to […]
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It’s one of the most-frequently-asked-for recipes in my arsenal, so I asked myself for permission to republish this recipe here. Guess what: I said yes! So here, by special permission of kellyboaz.com, is How to Make Your Own Coconut Milk. Why coconut milk? Well, it’s delicious, inexpensive, and full of medium chain triglycerides (MCTs). MCTs […]
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If you’re a vegetarian, chances are that beans are an important staple in your diet. Even if you’re not, it’s hard to resist the allure of a well-made burrito or hummus. Veg-head or not, if you’re a regular consumer of legumes, buying them by the can can quickly get expensive . . . and heavy. […]
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If you’ve spent any time in the refrigerated section of Moberly, you’ll have noticed our ever-growing selection of fermented foods. Why are these pungent powerhouses so popular? The answer lies in your gut. Fermented Foods and Probiotics Many of us didn’t grow up eating fermented foods, save for the odd trip to Oktoberfest. If anything, […]
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So you’re getting enough protein, adding plenty of healthy fats, but what about the rest of it? Yes, vegetables are high in vitamins and minerals, but how do you make sure your child is getting enough B12 and iron? These two nutrients, in particular, are more commonly found in animal foods, and are often missing […]
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Last week, we made sure your kids were getting enough protein as vegetarians. Meat is a big source of protein for many, but it is also a big source of dietary fats. One thing a lot of people don’t consider when becoming vegetarian is how to get enough healthy vegetarian fats into their diet. But […]
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