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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

I Don’t Have Time To Stretch

2025-01-31T09:54:55-08:00

I say this, and my husband does too. But really when I stop and think about it, this is just not true. There are so many ways to work stretching into our days. Here are

I Don’t Have Time To Stretch2025-01-31T09:54:55-08:00

Day 22 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2025-01-31T09:54:54-08:00

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 Project2025-01-31T09:54:54-08:00

Day 23 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2025-01-31T07:56:12-08:00

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 Project2025-01-31T07:56:12-08:00

Day 9 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2025-01-31T07:37:40-08:00

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 Project2025-01-31T07:37:40-08:00

Day 5 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2025-01-31T04:50:29-08:00

Carrot Soup With Ginger, Turmeric, & Lime Loaded with warm, healing spices. Save this for a cold, rainy day -or- serve it chilled and see how the spices can cool you. The original recipe had

Day 5 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project2025-01-31T04:50:29-08:00

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

2025-01-31T01:43:32-08:00

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)2025-01-31T01:43:32-08:00