How Sugar Is Slowing Killing You
Most people know that sweets aren’t good for us, but when it comes to sugar, many people follow the old saying “everything in moderation”. I am going to say something you’re not going to like: Sugar is not good even in moderation, in fact it’s the worst possible food you can put into your body. […]
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How To Lose Weight Holistically
As I begin promoting my new Membership Club, I thought I’d bring back an old blog post about how to lose weight holistically, as in the way to do it so it stays off and becomes a lifestyle. Enjoy! [September 9, 2015] A few days ago I was interviewed/filmed for 6 hours by a […]
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What to Eat for a Clean Lunch (DF/GF)
When first starting out on the Clean Eating Journey, one of the trickiest meals I think can be lunch! The go-to is a sandwich of course. Or if you’re a bit fancier, a wrap. Or a bit fast-foodier, a burger. Most everything for lunch seems to be wrapped in bread and often served up with […]
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Zoodles With DF Pesto and Sundried Tomatoes
I just treated myself to a new kitchen gadget that is proving to be pretty fun. It is a spiralizer—a gadget that makes spiral strips of whatever vegetable you put in between its prongs. I have heard of people having fun with curly fries but I wanted it for one purpose—zucchini “noodles”, aka zoodles! The […]
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GF/DF Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
Muffins are my new favorite thing. They are quick and easy and making them gluten free and dairy free is pretty simple. I have learned from my daughter (who can make an amazing GF/DF blueberry muffin) how to make them light and airy, not usually a quality of gluten-free baked goods. Once you have the […]
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Tangy Mangos Are Delicious Superfoods!
Have I told you how much I love mangos? There’s something about their tart-sweet combo that makes them among my favorite foods. I’m not alone, mangos happen to be the most widely consumed fruit in the world! Not only are they tasty, but they have some great health benefits. With over 20 vitamins and minerals, […]
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Gluten Free Vegan Mac n’ Cheese with Roasted Broccoli
Okay so this is not an orginal recipe of mine so let’s get the credits out there right off the bat. This is the work of the amazing Detoxinista Megan Gilmore from her excellent cookbook Everyday Detox. This recipe has quickly become a favorite of my family especially since we left behind the days of mac n’ cheese […]
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Healthy Lifestyle Hack: Cook Once, Eat Twice (plus Roasted Chicken Provençal recipe)
I plan my dinners for the week ahead on Sundays. I shop on Monday usually because it’s not as crowded but I go with a list in hand and knowing what I’m making. Even though I like to cook, I am also pretty busy and want to save time in the kitchen. So here’s what […]
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My New Favorite Salad
Do you like avocados? Do you like grapefruit? If so, then I have the salad for you! With the warmer temperatures of Spring and citrus season in full swing, I have changed up our usual dinner salad to this bright, fresh and yummy version. With the healthy fats of avocado and the anti-oxidants of […]
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What’s So Great About Greens?
Leafy greens are some of the easiest and most beneficial vegetables to incorporate into your daily routine. Densely packed with energy and nutrients, the members of this royal family include kale, collard greens, Swiss chard, mustard greens, arugula, dandelion greens, broccoli rabe, watercress, beet greens, bok choy, napa cabbage, green cabbage, spinach and broccoli. How do […]
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