Are cell phones safe? Opinions are varied. Why not err on the side of caution and minimize your risk when using your mobile phone. Emerging scientific evidence suggests cell phones may trigger salivary tumors, brain cancer, attention deficit disorder and more. The U.S. government released a study in May 2016 linking cell phone radiation to…
Archives for May 2015
Gluten-free Angel Food Cake
This gluten-free angel food cake is the ideal dessert for a festive occasion. Light and fluffy, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser! 14-year-old Brandon enjoys making this grain-free version of the ever-popular angel food cake. Brandon Fabry Grain-free, Sugar-free Angel Food CakeThis recipe takes some patience but is well worth the effort! Save Recipe Print…
DIY Coffee Roasting
Interested in roasting your own coffee? Did you know it’s as simple as combining green coffee beans with a hot air popcorn popper? To roast beans properly: Beans must be heated to a high temperature. (370 degrees F to 540 degrees F) Beans must be in constant motion to prevent uneven roasting or scorching. Beans must…
Berkeley’s Cell Phone Health Warning
The City of Berkeley has adopted landmark legislation requiring cell phone retailers to include a city-prepared cell phone health warning with each phone purchase. On Monday, March 21, 2016, the nation’s first cell phone “right to know” ordinance took effect. Mobile phone vendors in the city will now be required to provide the following safety…
Red Potato French Fries
We used to make homemade french fries in the oven. Brandon came up with this method because he says the pan-fried version tastes like “real” french fries. We all agree! While we prefer red potatoes, this recipe can be adapted to suit regular Idaho potatoes. (Feel free to leave the skins on as they offer…
A Teenage Perspective on Processed Foods
The following is an excerpt of Colin’s 7th grade paper “The Introduction and Evolution of Processed Foods.” Colin is now in high school but continues to enjoy a diet of real, unprocessed foods. “Processing foods is something that not many people comprehend greatly. It’s a transformation of manufactured ingredients into a nightmare. A nightmare for…
