Author: Kathryn Jost

Did you know?

Written by Kathryn Jost on December 3, 2011.

A typical carrot has to travel 1,838 miles to reach your dinner table. In the U.S., a wheat farmer can expect to receive about six cents of each dollar spent on a loaf of bread—approximately the cost of the wrapping. Farmers’ markets enable farmers to keep 80 to 90 cents of each dollar spent by the consumer.

Health Tip: TOOTHBRUSH

Written by Kathryn Jost on December 2, 2011.

According to the American Dental Association, it is best to replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months. Frayed and worn bristles don’t clean as well and make your teeth more vulnerable to decay. In addtion, I replace mine if I get a cold or virus.

Health Tip: LISTENING

Written by Kathryn Jost on December 1, 2011.

What is your body trying to tell you? I need water, yoga, a certain nutrient? “Our bodies have voices. They are most often drowned out by the constant babble of the world we create for ourselves, but they are there, waiting, and willing to tell us what they need. Most often subtle and quiet, the voices get louder as we refuse to listen.” Dr. Judith Petry

Health Tip: NATURAL DEODORIZE

Written by Kathryn Jost on December 1, 2011.

To naturally deodorize carpet, sprinkle carpet with baking soda before you vacuum.