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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 3 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2025-08-06T16:13:13-07:00

Okroshka - Cold Kefir Soup From Russia While it may be the dead of winter for many of you, the sun was shining bright and it was warmish in Oakland so I could not resist

Day 3 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2025-08-06T16:13:13-07:00

Exercise is more than a walk in the park…

2025-08-06T13:03:02-07:00

…and this is great news as it gives us so many opportunities for adding movement to our lives. I hope you like the following suggestions and look forward to your great ideas for fitting in

Exercise is more than a walk in the park…2025-08-06T13:03:02-07:00

Indulge and Do Good

2025-08-06T12:57:10-07:00

The holidays are generally a time when we ignore all of the good habits we have set for ourselves...but why not indulge and do good at the same time?! This plan will make it far

Indulge and Do Good2025-08-06T12:57:10-07:00

Bones, Health, #GivingTuesday and Soup

2025-08-06T12:11:21-07:00

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 Soup2025-08-06T12:11:21-07:00

March Is Nutrition Month #2 Post

2025-08-06T12:10:00-07:00

Good nutrition is more than eating well. It is also ensuring that we eat and live clean. By this I mean we need to buy clean produce and ingredients for our cooking and clean products

March Is Nutrition Month #2 Post2025-08-06T12:10:00-07:00

Be Aware of Liquid Calories

2025-08-06T10:30:53-07:00

Liquid meals and snacks are quick to prepare and easy to consume on the go – the ideal solution for our modern, multitasking way of living.  From juicing and smoothies to sports recovery drink or

Be Aware of Liquid Calories2025-08-06T10:30:53-07:00

Day 23 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2025-08-06T07:42:26-07:00

The grapefruit at the framer's market were so lovely, I had to try this soup and it is soooo satisfying. And ever since my friend Kim gave me this beautiful lemon olive oil, I am

Day 23 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project2025-08-06T07:42:26-07:00

Day 22 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2025-08-06T07:18:28-07:00

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 Project2025-08-06T07:18:28-07:00