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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

Day 13 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-04-17T22:56:23-06:00

Today I offer a lighter twist on saag paneer (good thing to do after yesterday). This soup is filling in the right way and is so pretty too. Curried Cream Spinach & Tofu Stew

Day 13 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2026-04-17T22:56:23-06:00

Green Day

2026-04-17T22:49:09-06:00

I love the color green. Clicking around on the web you find many different meanings for the color. It is said to represent growth, rebirth, good luck, balance, stability, and endurance among other things; and

Green Day2026-04-17T22:49:09-06:00

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

2026-04-17T20:25:15-06:00

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)2026-04-17T20:25:15-06:00

5 Steps to Glowing Skin from the Inside Out

2026-04-17T19:56:22-06:00

I’m going to tell you two wildly important things about your skin right out of the gate: Number 1: your skin is the heaviest and largest organ of your body. Number 2: your skin is

5 Steps to Glowing Skin from the Inside Out2026-04-17T19:56:22-06:00

Day 12 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-04-17T18:41:21-06:00

Special for Saturday I offer a rather quick and totally decadent Normandy-Style French Onion Soup to enjoy with family or friends. Yes, do get some exercise to balance it all out.Have a great day!

Day 12 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2026-04-17T18:41:21-06:00

Internet Restriction

2026-04-17T16:05:17-06:00

I have been on internet restriction for a few weeks for reasons I will not bother you with. Yesterday, I followed a link from an email. Sadly, that one link led to another and another

Internet Restriction2026-04-17T16:05:17-06:00

Bones, Health, #GivingTuesday and Soup

2026-04-17T14:48:31-06:00

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 Soup2026-04-17T14:48:31-06:00