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The Skinny on Keto (and what to do instead)

2024-07-29T14:21:38-06:00

The ketogenic diet has taken on new life over the past few years and the trend does not seem to be slowing. Originally developed in the 1920s as a therapeutic means to reduce epileptic seizures,

The Skinny on Keto (and what to do instead)2024-07-29T14:21:38-06:00

8 Signs You Need to Improve Your Gut Health (Here’s How)

2026-09-28T09:00:23-06:00

People often say, “you are what you eat” but the truth is “you are what you absorb.” Meaning, you can have the healthiest diet of properly prepared, nutrient-dense foods but you must also be able

8 Signs You Need to Improve Your Gut Health (Here’s How)2026-09-28T09:00:23-06:00

Why you should be enjoying sun and salmon right now!  

2026-09-28T07:37:23-06:00

Why you should be enjoying sun and salmon right now!    Having lived in New England for a few years, when I think of fall, I think of this visual. However, living in Oakland, California,

Why you should be enjoying sun and salmon right now!  2026-09-28T07:37:23-06:00

Day 26 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2026-09-28T05:17:19-06:00

Still rolling with the breakfast soup theme today...here is something totally different and super easy. Either one should be able to get the rest of the house onboard. Today we have Raw Apple Cauliflower Soup.

Day 26 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project2026-09-28T05:17:19-06:00

Bones, Health, #GivingTuesday and Soup

2026-09-28T02:33:29-06:00

I am a volunteer for American Bone Health because I feel that bone health is not top of mind for the individual let alone our standard healthcare provider and this really needs to change. Today

Bones, Health, #GivingTuesday and Soup2026-09-28T02:33:29-06:00

Day 7 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-09-28T01:51:28-06:00

OK, not technically soup, but a necessary element for all soups: Stock. Every once in awhile you may run out of stock and do not have time to make some. Here are 3 quick "stock"

Day 7 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2026-09-28T01:51:28-06:00

Why intermittent fasting can be a powerful tool for your health

2026-09-28T01:25:43-06:00

Intermittent fasting has been trending for quite some time now. Is it simply hype or is there science to back up the grandiose claims of weight loss and improved overall health? Before we get into

Why intermittent fasting can be a powerful tool for your health2026-09-28T01:25:43-06:00