Monthly Archives: January 2012

The Ever-Looming Water Crisis: It’s Not Going Away, You Know!

Posted on January 27, 2012 by patric

In this US election year, oddly enough, not many politicians, if any, are paying attention to the incoming water crisis. Think about this: water is the essence of life, sustaining every single being on this planet and without it there … Continue reading →

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Health on Your Table: Eating by Colors

Posted on January 21, 2012 by patric

I’m certain you remember these words: “eat your greens!” Well, you should add all the colors from the rainbow then some. While most of us have known this for some time, take a look at this pdf on Phytonutrients which … Continue reading →

Posted in Environmental Issue, Food, Health | 62 Comments

Another Odd Couple: Gruyère & Goat Cheese

Posted on January 16, 2012 by patric

I love cheese! A few weeks ago I posted The Odd Couple: Roquefort and Brie. Today is the turn of another two. According to both historical resources and common sense, it is understood that the first cheese was perhaps made … Continue reading →

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What Happens around New Year’s Eve

Posted on January 11, 2012 by patric

As I attempted to grow a goatee and look somewhat respectable for a minute, my impish daughter suggested I dye it blue, for fun. She did the job, and after a shower to wash the surplus dye, it stated to … Continue reading →

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The Amazing Wonders of Garlic, plus Recipes!

Posted on January 10, 2012 by patric

“I’ve got information man! New shit has come to light!” as the Dude iterates in the seminal “The Big Lebowski”. Well, new research on the properties of garlic has come to light and as your grandmother kept saying throughout your … Continue reading →

Posted in Food, Health, History, Memoirs, Recipes | 99 Comments