by Birgitte Christensen | Nov 4, 2025 | Health
(A common-sense look from the Homestead Kitchen) There’s a lot of talk out there about eggs. One day they’re good for you, the next they’re not. You’ll hear that they raise your cholesterol, and then you’ll hear they’re a superfood. No wonder people get confused!...
by Birgitte Christensen | Oct 15, 2025 | Easy peasy, Recipes
Kale and apples are definitely two of my favorite Fall/Winter crops, and combined to this Apple Kale salad is always a hit. Our immune system needs a constant flow of antioxidants to protect the body from free radicals*, oxidative stress and virus. Eating...
by Birgitte Christensen | Oct 15, 2025 | Wellness
If there’s one green that earns its place in the fall and winter garden, it’s kale.This hardy, leafy vegetable keeps growing when most other crops have long faded, adding both nourishment and color to your meals. Kale is easy to grow, full of nutrients, and incredibly...
by Birgitte Christensen | Sep 23, 2025 | Wellness
Walking is one of the simplest yet most powerful things we can do for our health. No special equipment, no gym membership, no fancy shoes required. Just putting one foot in front of the other has the ability to improve your mood, support your body, and create a daily...
by Birgitte Christensen | Sep 22, 2025 | Drinks, Recipes
There’s something special about coming home from a walk, feeling refreshed by the air on your skin and the movement in your body, and then pouring yourself a glass of something nourishing. The Broccoli & Fennel Breeze is a crisp, hydrating juice that’s...
