Life In Healthy Balance

gluten free bread in a bakery

5 Helpful Tips for Gluten-Free Baking

Whether you have celiac disease, gluten intolerance, or just want a healthy alternative to gluten, these 5 tips will help you get a great start when it comes to gluten-free baking! 1. Keep it fres...

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Tips and Tricks for Converting Recipes to Whole Grain Flour

Many of us are trying to lead healthier lives, and incorporating more whole grains into our diets is a great way to do that. However, converting recipes from refined white flour to whole-grain flo...

Whole wheat berries and fresh ground flour

Why You Should Grind Your Own Grains

Nifty terms used on the packaging of flours and grain products lead you to believe they have the same nutrient value as freshly ground flour. However, flour that has been freshly milled contains a...

Storing a variety of grains

Tips for Storing Whole Grains

Whole grains are an important part of your overall diet and health. Properly storing your grains will keep them fresh and ready for use. We’ve compiled the best tips to help you get the most out o...

Wheat Berries

Wheat Bran vs. Wheat Germ

Although they are similar in name, wheat bran and wheat germ are two entirely different ingredients. What might look like a single wheat kernel, can actually be viewed as three different entities....

Are You Using the Right Type of Flour?

Are You Using the Right Type of Flour?

Sometimes, recipes don’t turn out the way you plan. You include each ingredient and measure everything correctly, but it still doesn’t quite have the desired look, taste, or texture. If so, then i...

7 Inexpensive Foods with Long Shelf Lives

7 Inexpensive Foods with Long Shelf Lives

Stockpiles aren’t just for doomsday preppers, any kitchen can (and should, in our opinion!) have a supply of food that won’t go bad after a few weeks! It’s always good to have foods you can keep on...

Grinding Chickpeas in the NutriMill Harvest stone grain mill

How to Add More Whole Grains to Your Diet

Whole grains contain all natural parts of a seed, the bran, germ and endosperm. On the other hand, refined grains include grains that have been processed to improve their shelf life, which also str...

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Did You Know You Can Grind These Grains at Home?

Flour drives flavor, which is why home-milling your own flour can give you optimal results from your baking. Refined flours lose most of the nutrients, antioxidants and fiber that come from the br...

Kneading Whole Wheat Dough by hand

Is Fresh Milled Flour Better?

Many people are not aware of how easy it can be or how beneficial it is to mill your own flour using fresh grain and a powerful stand mixer. That’s why we are here to help you learn more about the ...