CHEESESLAVE

I used to be addicted to Diet Coke. But not anymore. Ever since I learned how to make kombucha, those days are over.

What’s kombucha? It’s a naturally carbonated, sweet and tangy drink. It’s essentially a mildly fermented, fizzy sweet tea. It is not alcoholic, though, and has very little caffeine. Since it’s naturally fermented, it’s a living food with active cultures. Good for the gut!

Summer’s almost here. This is the time of year when a cold refreshing soda pop really hits the spot. Unfortunately, soda pop is really, really bad for you. First of all, you’re drinking a ton of sugar which sets you up for obesity and diabetes. But it’s not just sugar you have to worry about anymore. These days, soda pop is made with high fructose corn syrup or, just as bad, aspartame. These are not things you want to be putting in your body. Enter kefir soda pop. Not only is it delicious and refreshing, it’s so easy to make.

I loved doing science experiments when I was a kid. I did one in which I tested the effects of talking to plants and playing music in the greenhouse. My mom gave me some of her basil plants. I kept them separated, but gave them all the same amount of water, sunshine, etc.
I yelled at [...]