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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 23 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2026-07-09T06:14:05-06:00

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 Project2026-07-09T06:14:05-06:00

Day 5 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-07-09T05:59:09-06:00

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 Project2026-07-09T05:59:09-06:00

Let food be your medicine

2026-07-09T03:04:21-06:00

Advice from Hippocrates, “Let food be your medicine, and medicine be your food” has proved true for 2,500 years! Hypertension (high blood pressure), prediabetes and osteoporosis are often asymptomatic for years. A yearly checkup will

Let food be your medicine2026-07-09T03:04:21-06:00

Day 30 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2026-07-09T01:28:21-06:00

You made it - thanks for hanging with me! A quick Google search will yield all sorts of dessert soups. Like the breakfast soups, many are popular in other countries. They all look so fun

Day 30 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project2026-07-09T01:28:21-06:00

Day 12 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-07-08T23:51:21-06:00

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 Project2026-07-08T23:51:21-06:00

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

2026-07-08T23:19:21-06:00

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)2026-07-08T23:19:21-06:00

Day 25 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2026-07-08T22:52:21-06:00

Something new and different for today. I am hoping to keep inspired (or at least intrigued) by offering breakfast soup! Yes, soup for breakfast is common around the world and it is such a great

Day 25 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project2026-07-08T22:52:21-06:00