Category: Healthy Living
Getting Dirty to Get Clean: Activated Charcoal
It may seem counterintuitive to scrub black powder over your skin or teeth. In fact, the word “charcoal” probably makes you think of summer cookouts rather than a cleansing detox. But “activated charcoal” is a little different. This amazing material has super-absorbency and antibacterial properties that make it ideal for purifying skin and body. The “activation” … Continued
Fried Cauliflower Rice
It may look and taste like rice, but this take on fried rice is made with cauliflower! Just grab a pre-made container of cauliflower rice from our deli and you’re on your way to a deliciously simple dinner that not only is it healthy, but doesn’t take 20 or 30 minutes for your rice to cook through, which means this is … Continued
6-Minute Garlic Parmesan Zoodles
Grabbing a container of pre-made zoodles from the Lakewinds Deli means there is almost no prep for this easy and healthy meal! Ingredients 3 tbsp butter 1 clove garlic, chopped 4 cups zoodles 1/2 tsp ground pepper 1 tsp salt 1 handful of chopped parsley 2-3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts … Continued
Kabocha Squash & Brussel Sprouts
Kabocha Squash, Pumpkin’s Sweeter Cousin Only available in the fall, kabocha squash is also known as a Japanese Pumpkin. It is extremely sweet, very rich and nutty tasting, and is unique compared to any other squash out there! It is also easy to cook, and incredibly healthy. Suggested Recipe: Roast cubed kabocha (can leave skin on) and … Continued
The Environmental Impact of Pasture-Raised Pork
There are many different factors that dictate the food that we put in our carts each time we visit Lakewinds. Whether it’s fruit, vegetables, eggs, dairy, meat, grains, one important issue that crosses all of them is the environmental impact. Especially with meat, confinement/conventional means of raising the animals compared to grassfed, pasture raised has … Continued
Breastfeeding & Food Allergy Tips from the Co-op
Breastfeeding can be challenging enough – clogged ducts, sore nipples, spontaneous leaking – and then you find out your newborn has a food allergy. YGBK! The bad news is: you have to avoid the food your baby’s allergic to. The good news is: your co-op can help! Co-ops have a great selection of allergen-free foods … Continued
Summer Sun & Bug Care
Pro: Warm weather is here. Con: Harsh UV rays and bugs are too. Try these proactive tips and remedies to stay healthy without the chemicals as you enjoy all the wonders of summer. Safer sunscreens. During these longer days, the sun’s rays are stronger, especially between 10 am and 4 pm. When covering up or … Continued
Growing with our Communities
What a fun day in the garden at Bluff Creek Elementary School in Chanhassen! This K-5 school is right down the road from our Chanhassen location, and Lakewinds is now an enthusiastic partner in their school garden. We started by donating seeds, participated in the big planting day on May 13th, and will follow through … Continued
Smart Snacking: Real Food for All Day Energy
All-day energy doesn’t come from a pill or a can. It comes from real food! Stock up on nature’s secret stash of revitalizers — complex carbs, protein, and fiber — with this fresh batch of healthy anytime snacks. Stashed in your desk, bag or car, it’s the energy rebound you need around the clock. … Continued