In Search of the Wild Essence of Dulse
There was a time when I had to convince people that seaweed was food for humans. In those days, we were called Maine Edible Seaweeds. Another company in Maine is called Maine Coast Sea Vegetables...as if to say, "Go ahead, eat seaweed just like you would eat vegetables, as in garden vegetables."
Section: Healthy Appetites
Sea vegetables are usually purchased dry and can be prepared in minutes: Lightly wipe the produce with a damp cloth, place it in a bowl, and cover with cool water until fully rehydrated, about two to ten minutes. Dried, powdered seaweeds are also available. They're wonderful shaken over warm grains, vegetables, or pasta dishes.
Several recipes including rocket greens, grapes, goat cheese and hemp hearts; pear and pumpkin seed salad; and quinoa and dulse salad are presented.
MEDICINE CABINET
BEFORE LOSING WINTER'S LAYERS, shed the season's extra pounds. Confront unhealthy eating habits, exercise daily for at least 30 minutes, and try these natural weight-control aids suggested by NATURAL HEALTH advisor Elson Haas, M.D., author of The New Detox Diet, and herbalist Linda Page, N.D., author of Healthy Healing.
1. Studies show that people who eat breakfast are less likely to overeat during the day. A high-fiber, low-fat bowl of oatmeal with apples and raisins fills you up for a while, so you won't nibble before lunch.
