Did you know that how your food is grown greatly impacts its nutrient content? Just because a food is labeled organic in the store does not mean it is your healthiest option. We often spend a pretty penny on our organic food, but these organic foods don’t always give us more nutrients.

After briefly stalling in the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, the raw milk bill, SB 95, passed through Committee yesterday by a vote of 8-1! The next step is a vote before the full Senate. We won the first round–and now we need to keep it moving.

Hackberry Gardens, named after the abundance of hackberry trees on the land, is an unassuming 15-acre family-owned farm located near Thrall, Texas, a remote suburb on the outskirts of Austin.

It is interesting to me when I hear people complain about how healthy eating is just too expensive… The idea that healthy food is expensive is a lie. It cannot be your excuse. What is expensive is a $6 Frappuccino habit leading to drugs, surgery and depleted energy and vitality. Don’t be a slave to your taste buds.

I personally do not think that the new year is a time to incorporate major detoxes and crash diets, setting yourself up for failure. But, it certainly is a great time to start fresh and incorporate some new healthy habits that will stick. Here are my top 10 ways to incorporate more healthy mindful eating and detox into your new year for better health…

Hydration is absolutely necessary for optimal health. However, sometimes it gets boring drinking plain water all day every day. Sodas, teas and other tasty options, even those labeled healthy, are often full of junk. So, what to do? Make infused water!

Smoothies are a great place to hide veggies from your little ones (and yourself).

I just cannot seem to cut coffee out of my life, nor do I really want to. So, I have been experimenting with ways to make it healthier and yummier. Here is my latest… Mix it all up and enjoy!

Looking for a protein packed, veggie filled quick and easy morning breakfast? Try out this Butternut Squash Sauté. It tastes great as is or change it up by adding different seasonings, meat or veggies, like kale.

Smoothies are our go to for an afternoon snack (or meal). I am always looking for ways to get some fresh veggies into my kids’ diet and smoothies are the perfect place. We came up with this delicious new smoothie today. The kiddos dubbed it Peachy Green.

Recently, I was introduced to essential oils. I was VERY skeptical at first, but through my own use, research and several classes I became convinced that they are an important part of natural healing just like eating clean, good sleep, and quality supplements… I see YL practices as an extension of my heart for supporting quality farming.

Fun fact for today: Did you know that cashews are a seed? They grow off the cashew apple from an evergreen tree in tropical climates and are a relative of the mango family.