Category Archives: food

AUGUST 2-8 is FARMERS MARKET WEEK

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National Farmers Market Week, celebrated every first week in August, highlights the vital role local farmers play in our communities. From August 2-8, 2026, we honor the fresh, healthy produce and direct connections these markets foster. Support local growers, explore seasonal offerings, and enjoy community events.
Source: NATIONAL FARMERS MARKET WEEK – August 2-8, 2026 – National Today

History of National Farmers Market Week

A farmers’ market essentially is a place where food is sold directly from the farmer to the consumer. This means there are no middlemen, nor is the food kept in freezers for days and weeks before it reaches someone’s kitchen. And since the fruits, vegetables, and meats from a farmers’ market are completely organic and free of preservatives and pesticides, they are healthy and taste delicious. The produce is not genetically modified and is extremely nutritious. Seeing the benefits of organic produce, the U.S. Department of Agriculture proclaimed the first National Farmers Market Week in 1999.

Source: NATIONAL FARMERS MARKET WEEK – August 2-8, 2026 – National Today

National Farmers Market Week (NFMW) is August 2-8, 2026 This annual celebration highlights the vital role farmers markets play in our nation’s food system. With fun events, programs, contests, activities, and more, the week helps to boost market attendance and visibility as well as showcase the value markets bring to their communities. 

Source: National Farmers Market Week | Farmers Market Coalition

All the best in Wellness !

Just Sharing Good News FYI

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News you can use 🙂

Happy June 2026, everyone! This month, I have a lot to share on this blog and my other blogs, along with the Judith Guerra Wellness Connections podcast. Today, I want to share a link to Dr. Andrew Weil’s suggestions for adding nutrition to your diet and building good habits. Check out the link below, and remember to stay tuned!

When you visit the link – don’t forget to signup for the Newsletter.

WEIL Nutrition Corner® | Substack

Photo by Matheus Amaral on Pexels.com

All the best in Wellness!

Newsletters Worth Sharing

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In 2026, aside from sharing climate advocate information, I will also be focusing on the available resources to help you with your wellness regimen, as our health is intricately connected to the health of our planet. By providing tips, strategies, and innovative ideas, my aim is to empower you with the knowledge and tools necessary to enhance your well-being. We can all use a little help to participate in our own well-being along with our planet’s survival – not only for ourselves – but for our younger generations, ensuring that they inherit a healthier environment and a more sustainable future. Together, we have the ability to cultivate practices that promote not just personal health but also contribute positively to the ecosystem that supports us all. Ultimately, it’s about establishing a harmonious balance between our needs and those of the Earth, leading to a thriving community for years to come.

Here’s a newsletter created by Dr. Andrew Weil – whom you may know from his many years of involvement and experience with Integrative Medicine. This newsletter offers valuable insights into holistic health approaches, including the importance of nutrition, mindfulness, and natural therapies. Dr. Weil emphasizes the significance of a balanced lifestyle and shares practical tips that can easily be incorporated into daily routines. Subscribers can expect to receive updates on the latest research in the field.

Explore and sign-up at the link below 🙂

MEET Dr. Weil at this link –
https://www.drweil.com/health-wellness/balanced-living/meet-dr-weil/

Sign-up for the Newsletter

https://www.drweil.com/newsletters/

All the best in Wellness!

Holiday Cooking News

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Hello everyone. Welcome to the “holiday season”. With that in mind, and because I am paying more attention to what I cook and increasingly, which utensils I use to do that for the safety of my family and the planet, I have decided to share some insights that may enhance your culinary experiences during this festive time. The holidays offer a wonderful opportunity to gather with loved ones and indulge in delicious meals, but it is also essential to consider the impact of our choices on health and sustainability. As we approach your holiday meal planning, I thought you might find the following article useful as it outlines some helpful insights, including some essential “dos” and a few critical “don’ts” that can make a significant difference in your preparation and enjoyment. Click the link below to learn more and make this holiday season not only enjoyable but also mindful and responsible.

https://www.allrecipes.com/non-toxic-kitchen-swaps-thanksgiving-11839780

VEGAN Recipes can be found here:
https://eatplant-based.com/vegan-thanksgiving-recipes/

All the best in Wellness!

Summertime Care :)

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Hello Everyone!

It’s me with the “News You Can Use” 🙂
I often post this type of information on my HairBlues beauty blog, where I aim to empower my readers with tips and insights that enhance their beauty regimen. But this month, just in time for the summer sun, I thought I would share with my “elder beauties” how important it is to take extra care during the sun and fun months. The sun’s rays can be particularly harsh, and protecting our skin becomes essential as we enjoy those long, sunny days. Remember, it’s not just about looking good; it’s about maintaining our skin’s health and vitality. When you find a moment, take a look at the video below, where the CDC breaks down practical steps for nurturing your skin. Embrace the summer with confidence, knowing you are taking care of your most precious asset—your skin!

For a detailed description of sun safety use the link below.
https://www.cdc.gov/skin-cancer/sun-safety/

The Mayo Clinic provides guidelines for staying hydrated during the summer 🙂

Click the link

https://diet.mayoclinic.org/us/blog/2022/how-to-stay-hydrated-over-the-summer/

Download a free pdf of the Mayo Clinic Meal Plan 🙂 using the link below.
https://diet.mayoclinic.org/media/bgmbdav3/sample-simple.pdf

All the best in Wellness!

Turmeric Tea, and Hygge, Benefits

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Hello Everyone,

You know me by now, I am the blogger with the “news you can use“ 🙂

As a matter of fact, I encourage you to visit my website https://www.judithguerra.com/ where I have many suggestions for wellness and wellbeing. The content on my site is curated with care, focusing on various aspects of health. These resources are specifically designed to help you find ways available to encourage you to feel better, and inspire you to create a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. Whether you are new to wellness practices or seeking to deepen your journey, my blogs are intended to provide helpful tools.

In this post, I am sharing Turmeric Tea recipes and why you might like to try them.
https://www.everydaymaven.com/wprm_print/turmeric-milk

Put a Hygge moment in your day!

https://denmark.dk/people-and-culture/hygge

Enjoy the Hyggelight Handbook and growing candles at this link 🙂
https://www.thegrowingcandle.com/blogs/hyggelight-handbook

Tumeric Tea Benefits:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/turmeric-tea-benefits
https://www.webmd.com/diet/turmeric-tea-good-for-you

All the best in Wellness!

Valentine’s Day and Sustainable Chocolate Ideas

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Hello Everyone,
As you know, for 2025 the basic theme for all of my blogs will include ideas to support taking action to participate in helping alleviate Climate Change challenges.

Having said that, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and guess what? You can participate by choosing Sustainable Chocolate to give to your loved ones and friends. This is a “win, win” for you and for the Planet by taking part in Climate Action !

So what is Sustainable Chocolate and why choose it to help with Climate Change?
Use the links below to learn more about it and where you can buy it.

SOURCE: https://www.sustainably-chic.com/blog/fair-trade-chocolate-brands
A great first step when figuring out if your chocolate was ethically produced is to see if it’s fair-trade. Fair trade chocolate is produced in a way that adheres to certain ethical standards. Fair trade is a safeguard against exploitation and child labor. It guarantees that farmers are paid a fair and living wage, regardless of the market price of cocoa. Farmers are also given higher wages if they produce organic chocolate and an additional premium wage to reinvest in their business.

What Is Sustainable Chocolate?

Benefits of Chocolate Tea 🙂
https://pangbenta.com/drinks/health-benefits-chocolate-tea/

Sustainable Chocolate Brands
https://greenwithless.com/organic-fair-trade-chocolate-brands/
https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/fair-trade-chocolate/

All the best in Wellness!

Blogs and Ideas for the Holidays

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News you can use 🙂

Need ideas for health, beauty, holidays, hydrating?

Martha Stewart’s blog is a nice way to explore, learn and more importantly share, which is what I am doing with these links 🙂

https://www.marthastewart.com/wellness-7198836

HOLIDAY IDEAS
https://www.marthastewart.com/1502397/christmas

Sustainable – Gift wrapping ideas that I found on Martha Stewart’s Blog 🙂
https://www.marthastewart.com/eco-friendly-gift-wrapping-8402278

All the best in Wellness!

Climate Action for Our Planet’s Health

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FYI – News you can use 🙂

The Holiday Season is a good time to participate in Climate Action by reducing our Food Waste. Learn more about COMPOSTING and what you can do to help with our Planet’s Health in my latest podcast.

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2349931/episodes/16234277-episode-72-composting-benefits-and-guidelines-to-help-reduce-food-waste

You can view additional details by clicking the link below to my Tech4Boomers Blog Post on COMPOSTING Benefits:
https://tech4boomers.com/2024/12/07/recycling-food-waste-for-our-planets-health-with-climate-action-tips/

FYI
By composting your leftovers and discarded food scraps, you help keep organic waste out of landfills while also reducing harmful pollutants that compromise the health of the human population and the planet as a whole. Source: https://earth.org/food-waste-and-climate-change/

All the best in Wellness!

Mayo Clinic Tips for Nutrition Fitness and Reducing Food Waste

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As many of you are aware, I dedicate time to browsing the web and frequently come across news that I believe will be of use to you 🙂

This is why I’m presenting ideas from the Mayo Clinic by sharing the following link:

https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/nutrition-fitness/#full-list

Certainly, in line with the current theme of my podcast, consider exploring the advantages of minimizing food waste by thinking about using these strategies:
https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/nutrition-fitness/7-tips-to-reduce-food-waste/

When you have a moment, I encourage you to listen to my podcast:
Judith Guerra Wellness Connections Episode 70. It explores the importance of reducing food waste and provides resources for contributing to this cause. Additionally, you will find links in the details of the podcast for help with nutrition for older adults and individuals.

New FYI – Climate Change Glossary
Fair Trade = https://www.fairtradecertified.org/why-fair-trade/issues/environment/
Contrail = https://www.space.com/modern-airplane-contrails-impact-global-warming

Wishing you and our planet the very best in Wellness! Let’s stay connected !