Yes we do! We now carry Kombucha Mill's Kombucha making kits that contain a live scoby that came from Maui. Kits are for green or black tea kombucha. The how-to's are in the box. We even have glass kombucha jars that you can make your fermented tea in! It's full service here at Foodstuffs.
Or if you in a rush, we sell Rise Kombuchas in several flavours that are ready to go when you want them.
Kombucha is fermented and lightly effervescent, sweetened black or green tea. The fermentation is a result of bacteria and yeast cultures
We carry tea balls, tea bags, strainers, tea pots, travel tea mugs, too many things to list so come and see
There are so many great loose teas out there but how do you use them all? Well, here are some tips for making loose tea.
1. Use good quality water
2. Warm your mug or pot
3. Add about a teaspoon of tea per cup
4. Here's the tricky part - some teas like cooler water, some warmer. Black tea needs to be on the boil. Most other tea needs to be off the boil. That means you let the water stop bubbling and cool for a minute or two depending on the type of tea you're using. Green teas like cooler water, herbal tea can take it a bit warmer but really only black tea should be poured over the leaves while boiling.
5. Enjoy! Some teas can be re-steeped 2 or 3 times so don't throw out the leaves!
Inspirational Pewter coins come from Pugwash, NS and we love them! Here's why...
People ask us: "What's the deal with these coins?"
Well...They remind you of things you need to do - like be "grateful" or "relax" or "let it be". They jingle in your pocket or in a bowl and that's a happy sound... And they inspire the memories and fondness and strength that the people who give them want to share with the people in their loves.
Some of our skin soothers and outdoor sprays!
Why don't natural bug sprays say they repel bugs? That's because insect repellents are considered pesticides so they must meet strict safety standards. If natural bug sprays claimed they repelled bugs they would be subject to the same strict standards of other large commercial bug sprays and that just isn't an option for most small manufacturer's in terms of cost or data.
So instead they say things like "outdoor ease' and 'campers comfort'. But look for ones that contain lemon eucalyptus oil! Consumer reports did some research and besides DEET and picaridin, lemon eucalyptus works the best.
Check out the article here.
Mineral sunscreens are better at protecting you from UVA and UVB rays then chemical sunscreens (they are called broad spectrum for this reason).
We get asked a lot which is better? 5-HTP or Melatonin. 5-HTP and Melatonin are both hormones but they do different things.
Melatonin is stored in the pineal gland and is only released when there is low light. Melatonin seems to work best when people have low melatonin levels, not if their levels are normal. It is useful for jet lag, ADHD, insomnia.
5-HTP comes from L-tryptophan and increases seratonin production and seratonin increases melatonin production in turn. 5-HTP bypasses the brain's light-regulation system and crosses the blood-brain barrier. As it increases seratonin levels and not just melatonin levels, it has other positive mood enhancing benefits like feeling happier and more relaxed.
Overall, it seems that 5-HTP can help you get a deeper sleep (because it increases your REM sleep) and can help you stay asleep if you have problems waking up and getting back to sleep. It also makes you feel generally happier. Melatonin seems best suited for specific situations and will not make you feel tired unless you are already low on melatonin.
Talk to your Health Care provider for more information on what might work best for you and always check with your pharmacist to ensure you will have no contraindications from medication and supplement use.
Natural All Purpose Homemade Citrus Cleanser
YOU WILL NEED
• Peels from lemons, limes, grapefruits and/or oranges (use organic for an organic cleanser)
• White vinegar (use organic for an organic cleanser)
• Mason jars with lids (tapered opening recommended), or any airtight container
• Spray bottle
• Mesh strainer
• Distilled water
Before peeling your citrus, be sure you have cleaned it with warm soapy water and have removed any stickers. You can use any variety or combination of citrus that you like. I prefer to do the peeling by hand to eliminate the possibility of any fruit getting into your cleanser base-- sugar = mold.
Fill a clean mason jar, or airtight container, with the peels and pack as tightly as possible. Jars with a tapered opening work best, so that you can place a larger peel at the top to block the smaller pieces from floating above the vinegar, which in my experience can lead to mold.
Once you jar is packed, fill with vinegar until all of the peels are completely submerged.
Screw the lid on tightly and store the jar in a cool, dark place for two weeks. I like to check it every few days to be sure that the peels are still submerged and no mold has grown on any exposed pieces.
After two weeks your cleanser base is ready. Pour the mixture through a mesh strainer into a bowl or another jar. Discard the peels.
The base can be stored in a tightly sealed jar or airtight container until ready to use. When you are ready to make the cleanser, combine it with distilled water in a 1:1 ratio and, using a funnel, pour into a spray bottle.
Use to clean counter tops, glass windows, or anywhere you need a natural all purpose cleanser. Please note that this cleanser does not work well for marble or stone surfaces, as well as certain granite counter tops... the acid content may cause etching. It does work like a charm for glass windows, showers, mirrors, and many other household surfaces!
How to Roast Garlic
From toriavey.com
Ingredients
• 1 whole head of garlic
• Olive oil
You will also need
• Aluminum foil, small baking sheet
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Servings: 1 head of roasted garlic cloves
Prep
