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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 12 of the 30 Days, 30 Soups Project

2026-04-10T17:53:33-06:00

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 Project2026-04-10T17:53:33-06:00

I Don’t Have Time To Stretch

2026-04-10T17:38:33-06:00

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 Stretch2026-04-10T17:38:33-06:00

Internet Restriction

2026-04-10T17:29:37-06:00

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 Restriction2026-04-10T17:29:37-06:00

Day 25 of the 30 Soups, 30 Days Project

2026-04-10T14:25:31-06:00

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 Project2026-04-10T14:25:31-06:00

Bones, Health, #GivingTuesday and Soup

2026-04-10T13:23:50-06:00

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 Soup2026-04-10T13:23:50-06:00

March Is Nutrition Month

2026-04-10T11:46:34-06:00

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 Month2026-04-10T11:46:34-06:00

Why you should be enjoying sun and salmon right now!  

2026-04-10T10:37:52-06:00

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!  2026-04-10T10:37:52-06:00

D is for Diet

2026-04-10T08:44:49-06:00

  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 Diet2026-04-10T08:44:49-06:00