Good eating: Are you jonesing for a hot dog?

Even though I totally love magazines, I currently do not receive any subscriptions.  What’s perfect is the opportunity I have to read my favorite magazines every time I travel.  They are conveniently tucked right in the seat back pocket in front of me. I truly love inflight magazines.  They usually have unique articles about global cuisine, and exotic destinations-two things I can’t get enough of.

On our way to Bali this past summer, the words, “sex” and “drugs” caught my attention on the bottom right corner of United’s Hemispheres magazine.  I don’t see these two words often while browsing these publications, so I had to read on (wouldn’t you)?

After I read the very short two paragraph blurb, I nudged my husband Joe and gave him an enthusiastic look while I pointed to the article.…

A little Himalayan salt for hot and sticky nights

Hello from Bali!  As I sit here melting (willingly) in the sticky heat, I am enjoying a nice, lightly salted glass of water.  Why, might you ask, am I torturing myself when there are plentiful delicious beverage options?

If you don’t know this fabulous secret, get ready to learn a super simple trick to stay hydrated in the heat:

Himalayan salt! 

This super simple ingredient is an electrolyte.  Sprinkle a little in your water on a hot day, and you’ll have a magical rejuvenating drink. 😉

julyA little Himalayan salt for hot and sticky nights |  by: July Westhale

Our beloved Dr. Mercola has much to say on the cultural importance of salt.  He cites the historical etymology of the spice: “the word “salary” comes from the root “sal,” because Romans were paid in salt.  …