TIP OF THE DAY: Try Flavored Kefir Instead Of A Smoothie

You can blend your own smoothie or pour it ready-to-drink from a bottle of flavored kefir. Photo courtesy RevivalSoy.com.   Many people think that kefir is the same as drinkable yogurt. That’s close, but not exact. Kefir is even healthier than yogurt. In fact, kefir is often called a “super yogurt,” since it is up…
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PRODUCT: Gluten-Free Pizza From Bold Organics & Mozzarelli’s

With the increased consumer interest in gluten-free products, we find ourselves tasting more of them. Our rule of thumb with any special-diet product is: It’s got to be so good that anyone would enjoy it, and not notice that it’s meant for people on a restricted diet. Last week our Top Pick was My Dad’s…
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PRODUCT: Wallaby Organic Greek Yogurt

One of 5 varieties of organic Greek yogurt. Photo courtesy Wallaby.   Wallaby Yogurt Company, a family-owned producer of organic yogurt, has launched its first line of organic Greek yogurts. Greek yogurt—properly called Greek-style yogurt when made outside of Greece—is typically triple-strained, removing much of the water to create a very thick texture. Wallaby, based…
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TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: The Best Granola & Muesli

Our intrepid reviewer tasted her way through 49 granola and nine muesli brands to find the best—including gluten-free, kosher, organic and raw varieties. Wow, that’s a lot of fiber! The good news: Seven granolas and four mueslis were selected as “favorites.” In this review, you’ll discover: The difference between granola and muesli If granola is…
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GIFT OF THE DAY: Kanon Organic Vodka

In 1580, King Karl IV of Sweden built the Åkers Styckebruk foundry to produce cannons for the Swedish army. Along with the foundry, he built a distillery to make vodka for the workers (nice benefit!). Over time, the distillery became privately owned and the largest distillery in Sweden. Nearly 300 workers produced more than a…
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