Did you know that every person has over 200 different species of bacteria in their digestive tract? These microorganisms live in the “gut microbiome,” AKA your intestines. Some can be harmful to the body, but most are essential for your overall wellness. Gut health has been linked to the immune system, mental health, cardiovascular disease,…
At ThirdLeaf NW, health is at the core of our values. This usually comes across as healthy eating or wellness in the workplace, but both of these initiatives relate to mental health. Since the start of the pandemic, the generality of anxiety and depression has increased over 25%. Due to this alarming rate, mental health…
Superfoods are highly nutritional foods, so high you often only need to consume small amounts of them for the healthy results to kick in. The term ‘superfood’ is only a marketing term, since there are many kinds of food with some nutritional value, but these foods in particular are dense with nutrients and other health…
End of July into August is prime time for raspberry, blueberry, and blackberry harvests. Though Washington is known nationally for its apples and potatoes, now is the perfect time to take advantage of berry season before the fall. Picking your own fresh fruit ensures fresh, organic produce and supports local farms – and ThirdLeaf NW…
Summer is the perfect time to take extra care of your garden. Whether you grow fruits, vegetables, flowers, or herbs, every gardener knows the value of a green thumb. In celebration of the lush green leaves and blossoming flowers of the summer season, here are some tips and tricks for the perfect summer garden. Friends…
Everyone strives to be healthy, but actually changing habits and routines to achieve this goal is easier said than done. Having a healthy lifestyle looks different for everyone, and depending on your interests and strengths, it can take time. If you’re training for a marathon, you have to start slow to build your endurance. So…
There is nothing more satisfying than buying fresh produce and actually eating it before it goes bad (we all know the disappointment of having to throw out rotten apples or fuzzy grapes). However, have you ever thought about what happens to the leftover orange peels or the apple skins that don’t actually get eaten? Approximately…
Looking for a reason to celebrate? Look no further, because July is National Blueberry Month! Blueberries took the world by storm when the first commercial blueberry crop emerged in 1916, although they had been growing in the wild for centuries prior. Since then, they have become more than just a beloved fruit, but a cultural…
Something stands out when comparing organic and conventional produce: the price! Often times, the cost of organic produce is the primary detractor from buying organic fruits and veggies. Sitting side-by-side it can be difficult to even tell a difference between the two. This week, we look at some less-than-obvious benefits of organic fruit and some…
As the calendar turns into summer, it’s time for a new season of fruit! Thanks largely to global farming efforts, we’re able to get most every fruit at most any time. It’s awesome because we get all of our fruits out of season but it provides a false sense of growing seasons. All this to…