LASSENS – NATURAL FOODS & VITAMINS
Simple, Delicious, Nutritious! I have always love Bartlett Pears. They are sweet and the texture is just right. We would eat them by the dozens when I was growing up. But when I left home for college I learned that some people did not love them like I did! Maybe you are […]
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I’ve Been Making this Salad for Years! I grew up in the Apple Capital of the World–Yakima Valley, Washington. So I love my apples! (When they are good — I will reject a mushy apple with one bite, and there are varieties that I won’t touch. Yes, I’m that spoiled.) And putting them
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4-H In My Youth I know that 4-H in this part of the country (and many others) means hogs and steers, but my introduction to 4-H was with a group of my girlfriends when I was about eight or nine. One of the moms decided to start a 4-H club for us, so we spent
Flashback! Cooking as a Kid–or with one! Read More »
Ojai Olive Oil I sure didn’t appreciate the beauty of the olive tree when I had one in the front yard of our first little house. It was pretty, but I had no idea what was hiding in those little orbs. The nutritional value of olive oil is vast. From this website I learned that olive
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Gluten Just Might Be Your Enemy This is Arnel, of Arnel’s Originals Gluten-Free Baking Mixes! She was your average mom, but was concerned with some unexplained behavior and health issues with her two daughters. They had nervous system issues–tantrums, anxiety, anger, stress, and skin issues–rashes, and eczema. She knew something was wrong, but didn’t
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Kalamata Olive Pasta…Otherwise Known as Pasta Puttanesca I always have the ingredients for this easy Italian Pasta dish on hand for those busy days when I just don’t want to cook, but I want to eat! This dinner takes only about 30 minutes, including the salad shown! Kalamata Olive Pasta (Pasta Puttanesca) (This recipe
Another Quick Dish–this one can be Vegetarian! Read More »
Oh Avocados! So many options! So many ways to transform their wonderfully versatile taste into brilliant works of art! At only 99¢ per Organic Avocado for the rest of July at Lassens, chances are you’ll be buying in bulk! Of course there are those lazy summer days when the amount of effort you’re
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What a Gorgeous Farm! Have you ever wondered how those herbs get in the extracts, the tinctures, the capsules, the bulk boxes, and the tea bags? We had the amazing opportunity to visit the Gaia Farm in North Carolina recently. With the morning sun gently shining, we looked out over the
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I May Be Preaching to the Choir, Here You may already be convinced that eating organic foods is the best thing for you, your family, and the planet. But just in case you aren’t, here’s some information and some reasons why choosing organic makes a lot of sense. First, a Definition of Terms “Organic” refers
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They Sound Kind of Hippie… Really They’re Not. But They are Groovy! Have you tried Hemp Seeds? They are full of nutrition: Protein–There are 11 grams of protein in just 3 TBSP! Anti-inflammatory Omegas! Phytonutrients and anti-oxidants! All kinds of minerals! Essential fatty acids! So How Do I Use Them? Hemp Seeds are so
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Ah… Here it is! What a good lookin’ smoothie! Before we get too deep into berries and chia seeds, let’s meet the lovely creator of this healthy drink! This is Joy! Joy is Lassen’s Regional Marketing Director. She’s the sweet face behind all our interesting Facebook and Twitter posts. As a former Pilates
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Natural Aid for Our Well Being Last week I had a delightful time as I met Stacey Moss of Moss Botanicals. She lives and works in Ojai. Her company has seven aromatic blends, each available in a roll-on oil for the skin, and an aroma mist for diffusing into the air. Stacey has
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