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Simple Answers for Healthier Families
Cyber Monday is a day when many online companies offer their best sales of the year. I’ve found some great deals this year and stocked up on pantry essentials, supplements, and some other gifts for everyone on my list! In fact, my Christmas shopping is done… now I just have to pull the Advent wreath …
I’ve learned over and over that health and wellness is increasingly personalized! I largely credit my transformation to addressing trauma… and figuring out the personalized diet/lifestyle approach that worked for me after years of experimenting. The latest in my quest for personalized health is wearing a continuous glucose monitor. As a population, we consume over …
Once a year we set aside a day as a nation to reflect on all of the reasons we have to be grateful (yes, it’s not just about turkey and stuffing!). Many of us are well aware of the spiritual and mental benefits of cultivating gratitude in our lives, but it turns out that these …
Although it’s been several years since salted caramel became all the rage, it continues to be a popular choice for coffee drinks and desserts today. I’ve shared my recipe for my favorite way to drink coffee, but I realized that it could be easily adapted to be a salted caramel latte and still be healthy! If …
I’ve never understood it… the idea of running out early on holiday celebrations with family to go shopping for gifts for those same people! No judgment from me if that is your thing, but this year, why not have the turkey and eat it too? (Literally and figuratively). I’m doing my early shopping from the …
What’s an ancient remedy for hemlock poisoning, used by Cleopatra, and burned in some churches? If you guessed frankincense, you got it right! Resin from this tree has been used in skincare, medicine, and religious ceremonies for thousands of years. This tree’s soothing and clarifying properties make it the ideal ingredient in frankincense face cream. …
Holidays are a time to honor traditions, break out our best recipes, and celebrate in high style. Still, it can’t be denied that the usual Thanksgiving menu is rough on those with dietary restrictions, and generally leaves most of us feeling as overstuffed as the turkey! Years ago I decided to take our Thanksgiving menu …
Thyroid problems seem to be everywhere these days! Women especially are more prone to them. Hypothyroidism can happen for many different reasons, but our current modern, chaotic lifestyle can contribute to it. I’ve struggled with thyroid problems for more than a decade now. While I also have Hashimoto’s, an autoimmune thyroid condition, part of that …
Liver may be a nutrition-packed powerhouse, but for many this offal is, well… awful tasting. While I do love some liver and onions with bacon (because, hello, bacon!), these liver capsules are a virtually tasteless way to get your liver on. Should We Eat Liver? So why would we want to eat liver? Isn’t it the …
I’ve been thinking for a while that it’s high time for a new dessert recipe! I know ice cream is a popular summer dessert choice, but does cold weather really make it any less delicious? Obviously not, since snow cream is a thing! Add coffee and you have the perfect treat for any time of year. If …
I don’t know about you, but this year I’m thinking about the holidays a little earlier than usual — in part for something nice to look forward to, and on a practical level just to make sure everything gets here on time! Many companies are offering holiday deals earlier than ever to allow for extended …
Are you tired of your eyes looking, well…tired? You’ll find plenty of conventional eye creams that promise more youthful-looking skin. However, this DIY shea butter eye cream delivers the naturally protective benefits of shea butter, without a hefty dose of harmful chemicals on the side. Skipping harmful ingredients is just one benefit of choosing a homemade …
My love of Chinese food isn’t a new thing nor is my hobby of recreating favorite restaurant Chinese dishes at home. Sweet and sour chicken was one of my first recreation attempts. This kung pao recipe is the most recent, and absolutely delicious. Traditional Kung Pao Chicken Kung pao chicken is a Chinese stir-fry dish of chicken, …
