Category Archives: Food Philosophy

Saving Money with Buying Healthier Food

Posted on 04/26/2012 by Sonja

Thrifty Thinking My friend Liane (I got her permission to post this) had a great question:  “I was also going to ask you for help… I would like to save money on my food budget.  I don’t want to sacrifice … Continue reading →

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Some General Guidelines for Conscious Eating

Posted on 03/28/2012 by Sonja

A “Lot” Bit Healthier Cinnamon Rolls When I asked my friend Carol for her healthified cinnamon roll recipe, she graciously said she’d give it to me.  Carol is really knowledgeable when it comes to quality, sustainable food.  She ended up … Continue reading →

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The Drinking Challenge

Posted on 03/28/2012 by Sonja

Jonathan and I recently finished watching the documentary Food Matters. It is amazing to see how much nutrition can affect the way you live life, how you feel, what your body can physically do, etc….  You are going to keep … Continue reading →

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Grocery Prices to Meet or Beat

Posted on 02/23/2012 by Sonja

Thrifty Thinking: Sonja’s List of Grocery Prices to Meet or Beat When you are at the grocery store, do you buy whatever you need or want without any regard to the prices of the items?  In general are you aware … Continue reading →

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My Personal 2 Week Eating Challenge Recap

Posted on 02/20/2012 by Sonja

My Personal 2 Week Eating Challenge Recap In the 2 week eating challenge I wrote about eating until I was satisfied, and for the most part, that is how I eat.  This challenge, though, has caused me to think about … Continue reading →

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The Vegetable Challenge

Posted on 01/25/2012 by Sonja

The Vegetable Challenge Are you ready for another challenge? How much of your dinner plate is vegetables, especially raw ones?  I was NOT raised on veggies or salads. My idea of veggies was the occasional side of creamed corn, and … Continue reading →

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The 2 Week Eating Challenge

Posted on 01/05/2012 by Sonja

The 2 Week Eating Challenge Do you find yourself eating just to eat or because the food tastes good, even though you are full? Do you ever find yourself eating because you are bored?  Well, if I’d like to offer … Continue reading →

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