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August 14, 2017 by Sally K Norton

When Anger Melts into Gratitude

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Radio Interview On Richmond’s WRIR show Lightly on the Ground Radio

Aired: Aug 9th, 2017, 12 PM EST

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During this radio interview with Sunny Gardner, Jane Cummings shares the story of her recovery from severe joint and nerve pain (in her wrists and feet) that was accompanied by brain fog. All these problems improved tremendously after following my advice to limit her oxalate intake.

Jane was initially angry at the information, having worked so hard to get to a healthful diet. She, like me, grew her own sweet potatoes and tomatoes. She also carried “pocket food”—nuts and seeds on most days.

Despite her feelings about the idea that her “healthy foods” could harm her, she moderated her food choices. She added more low oxalate foods, including romaine lettuce, and cut way back on the nuts and seeds. Things backed off, the foot stiffness and wrist pain essentially went away. Having been on the diet for almost 2 years, she now understands when she strays. Her body will tell her and symptoms will return. It works for her, every time. Just check the list and remember what foods she needs to move away from eating.

During this interview, I explain how the body can be overwhelmed by too much oxalate coming in and how the body makes a shift when you cut way back on consuming oxalate.

Jane now feels very grateful – she has a way to manage her own health. She could not get this information from doctors or the internet. So, she tells her friends about oxalates in our foods and how avoiding them has helped her.

Jane tuned her anger into a feeling of empowerment.

We both are grateful to have this option for better health. Thank you, Sunny for helping us tell our stories.

Please enjoy this 30 minute interview, and share your thoughts.

July 2, 2015 by Sally K Norton

Party Watermelon Seeds

Glass dish filled with golden watermelon seeds

Here are two ways to turn watermelon seeds into a party food and appealing snack.

Hot and Sour Watermelon Seeds

Hot and Sour Watermelon Seeds

Ingredients

3 T lime juice (2 limes)

1 T organic sugar

1 tsp. Coconut oil

1/4 – 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper

1 C (115 grams) salted, sprouted watermelon seeds (Go Raw Brand)

1/4 tsp. allspice extract (opt.)

Instructions

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Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

In a saucepan over med-low heat, boil the lime juice until reduced to 1 T or less (about 1 minute)

Add the sugar, coconut oil, and cayenne pepper, stir to dissolve the sugar. Turn off the heat.

Add watermelon seeds and, if using, the allspice extract. Toss until dry looking.

Spread on a parchment paper lined baking sheet pan. Bake at 325 until lightly browned and dry, about 10 minutes.

Spicy Rosemary Watermelon Seeds
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These are a quick and easy snack or party food, good for a large crowd. They will keep in the fridge for a week, or in the freezer for several months. These are so easy to make, you will want to listen to an audio book while making them. This version was inspired by Sally Fallon’s Rosemary Walnuts which was a favorite before I cut back on the oxalates in my diet.

Spicy Rosemary Watermelon Seeds

  • Servings: 10
  • Time: Prep time: 10 minutes ¦ Total Time: 25 minutes (for cooling)
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Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
4 – 5 teaspoons ground rosemary
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more to taste)
1 1/4 cups (155 g) sprouted salted watermelon seeds, (Go Raw Brand)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350.

In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Turn off the heat. Stir in the spices. Toss the watermelon seeds in the pan until evenly coated.

Spread coated seeds evenly on a parchment paper lined baking sheet pan.IMG_4085

Bake at 350 for 6 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Cool to room temperature before storing in glass under refrigeration.IMG_4090

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