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Why I Got A Facelift

Yep, I got a facelift. Not the surgical kind, silly. I’m talking about my website! It’s finally done, so do poke around and check out my new digs. So, why did I get a facelift? Honestly there was nothing “wrong” with my old website. It … continue reading

Roasted Purple Cabbage

If you just read the title and said “Ew”, I’m not surprised. I thought the same thing when my sister introduced this to me at age 16, while I was visiting her at college. I have always been an adventurous eater (Except as a young … continue reading

No energy to workout? Eat more butter!

Have you ever felt like you have no energy to workout? Maybe you start strong but can’t make it through to the end (that’s why you sign up for group classes, right?). Or maybe you just skip your workout entirely, too exhausted to even get … continue reading

How To Make Noodles Out Of Zucchini

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There’s no denying that pasta is comfort food. It’s fast, easy, and fills your belly with starchy goodness. But we all know pasta isn’t exactly health food. For many of us (me included), wheat causes bloating, gas, and for lack of a better term, digestive … continue reading

Why I’m Not Eating Almonds Anymore

I’m a fan of almonds. Raw, roasted, slivered. Drenched in chocolate. Chopped up and served atop a bowl of plain wholemilk yogurt with a drizzle of honey. Whizzed up into homemade almond milk. Or maybe ground up, mixed with butter, and used as a pastry … continue reading

How to Overcome Post Holiday Sugar Cravings

I need a break from sugar. Big time. If you’re anything like me, you’re pretty careful about sugar. But the holidays came and went and you indulged more than usual. Even though the celebrations are over, you’re still stuck wanting sweets and stumped at how … continue reading

What Detox Products Don’t Tell You

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Do you ever wonder why Whole Foods has enormous displays for detox products and cleanses every January? They’re bright, colorful, and claim to give you everything you want in a box. Pretty skin. Weight loss. No more bloating. Stop your constipation/diarrhea And the vague, “flush … continue reading