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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

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

2025-11-24T20:31:52-08:00

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)2025-11-24T20:31:52-08:00

Why you should be enjoying sun and salmon right now!  

2025-11-24T19:49:29-08:00

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!  2025-11-24T19:49:29-08:00

Day 12 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2025-11-24T17:43:16-08:00

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 Project2025-11-24T17:43:16-08:00

D is for Diet

2025-11-24T17:38:59-08:00

  A diet should not be a temporary solution or a means to an end. A diet should not severely cut calories or entire food groups. A diet should not be a Band Aid. A

D is for Diet2025-11-24T17:38:59-08:00

Kale Sucks!

2025-11-24T15:34:56-08:00

Kale Sucks! That is what a very smart and funny guy said to me the other day. Yes, it is true some people just do not feel the love that is going around for this

Kale Sucks!2025-11-24T15:34:56-08:00

Day 26 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2025-11-24T12:54:37-08:00

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 Project2025-11-24T12:54:37-08:00