On Air with Ella episode 104
the GOOD: Wellness Mama website
Katie is the "Wellness Mama" - one of my favorite go-to resources for all things natural living and wellness-related.
the BAD: Teflon and Non-Stick Cookware
Teflon sucks. Here's the experts' take:
And, this damning article from EcoWatch called "DuPont Knew For Decades..."
So, what are your options?
See what I use here
Or, shop Amazon for Le Creuset or Xtrema products
What if you have no choice? Maybe you're visiting friends or spending a week in a vacation home. Here are some tips for when you are stuck with the nonstick cookware as your only option:
Don't preheat - heat at the lowest temperature possible to cook your food safely
Don't put nonstick cookware in an oven hotter than 400 degrees
Use an exhaust fan over the stove.
Keep pet birds out of the kitchen -- the fumes from an overheated pan can kill a bird in seconds. For real.
Did you know? Skip the self-cleaning function on your oven. It cleans by heating to high temperatures, which can release toxic fumes from non-stick interior oven parts.
the YUMMY: Almost Oatmeal by Paleo Plan
You Need:
1 ½ cup organic applesauce, unsweetened - you can make your own, too!
4 tbsp raw almond butter, chunky
2 tbsp canned coconut milk, full fat, unsweetened
1 tsp cinnamon (or to taste)
1 tsp nutmeg
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a small pan over medium heat, stirring often until all is thoroughly combined and warm.
Try it topped with pears, bananas, fresh or dried berries, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, grated apples, or sliced almonds, and serve it with sausage or eggs for a truly satisfying morning meal.
See the original recipe here, and a TON of other simple recipes from Paleo Plan.