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The Skinny on Keto (and what to do instead)

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

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

Day 22 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2024-12-21T02:55:17-08:00

What could be better than having dinner done by the time you get home from work?! Slow Cooker Smoky Vegetarian Chili with Walnuts

Day 22 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project2024-12-21T02:55:17-08:00

Internet Restriction

2024-12-21T01:15:53-08:00

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 Restriction2024-12-21T01:15:53-08:00

Day 9 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2024-12-21T00:42:11-08:00

Today I offer a delightful soup: Creamy Dreamy Watercress Soup It is the prettiest pale green and looks amazing with a swirl of yogurt or kifir and a sprinkle of herbs. The recipe calls for

Day 9 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2024-12-21T00:42:11-08:00

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

2024-12-21T00:12:14-08:00

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)2024-12-21T00:12:14-08:00

March Is Nutrition Month

2024-12-20T22:19:21-08:00

Looking forward to spring and all of the wonderful produce that it brings, I cannot think of a better month for nutrition month. And to celebrate, we are kicking off the month with...rhubarb? Yes, rhubarb!

March Is Nutrition Month2024-12-20T22:19:21-08:00

Green Day

2024-12-20T22:17:21-08:00

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 Day2024-12-20T22:17:21-08:00

Why intermittent fasting can be a powerful tool for your health

2024-12-20T19:48:21-08:00

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 health2024-12-20T19:48:21-08:00