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Has this ever happened to you? You wake up and already know you have several options in the fridge for dinner for the next several days? Or you have several options already for breakfast and lunch for you and your family? If that’s you, then you know what a great feeling that is. But if …
Are you familiar with the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 list of foods? Or does that sound foreign? These are lists of foods the Environmental Working Group annually distributes advising consumers which foods have the most pesticides on them and which have the lowest amount. The Dirty Dozen are composed of twelve fruits and vegetables …
Most of us don’t know our blood sugar levels. We often don’t think it’s a problem until we get a lab result from the doctor that indicates we’re pre-diabetic or diabetic. If you look at your A1C test, it’s a blood test providing information about the average of your blood sugar levels for the past …
Did you know that vitamin D is one of the most common deficiencies people have? Deficiencies may cause fatigue, pain, brain fog, bone loss, poor sleep, and mood swings. Approximately 3 out of 4 people in the United States have low levels of vitamin D.And if you have an autoimmune or chronic health issue, it’s …
Do you like chocolate? Wondering what’s the difference in cocoa, cacao, and carob powder? Chocolate is one of those delicious tastes that is universal to most people. But where does it come from? Basically, from cacao beans which come from the Theobroma cacao plant. Carob comes from a Mediterranean tree. Manufacturers crack open the cacao …
Heading back to work or school and needing an easy lunch ideas? That are also healthy? Make up a few Salad jars using mason jars. Or you can use containers with snap-on lids. Tips: *Chop up veggies, chicken or turkey cubes, and fruit. *Chop up mixed salad greens (so you don’t need a knife and …
Have you ever tried bone broth? It’s a healthy, soothing drink that is easy to make at home and cheaper than buying it at the store. I usually make it from a whole chicken or chicken bones, but you can also use beef bones. Here are some of the benefits of homemade bone broth: *Can …
Are you on an egg-free diet due to food allergies or a special diet? Or is it hard to find eggs at your grocery right now? Or maybe you are in the middle of a recipe and realized you are out! If so, I’ve got you covered. Eggs are used for several reasons – as …
Tip 3 – How to help boost your immune system – Eat healthy foods! Hippocrates said “Let food be thy medicine, and let medicine be thy food.” Your food is often the first and easiest thing to modify to help improve your immune system. You’ve got to buy food to eat anyway so make wise …
Are you feeling a little under the weather or do you want to boost your immunity during cold and flu season in order to prevent illness? Here are a few ideas: *Get adequate sleep: 7-8 hours is usually a good amount for adults; if you aren’t getting adequate rest and sleep, it can affect your …