My journey with restrictive diets is a long one, starting way back in junior high. I decided to avoid fat as much as possible in order to lose weight (as did so many others in the 80’s and 90’s). I knew absolutely nothing about health or nutrition or even calories. I just knew that fat […]
When I was little we went to the same restaurant every time we visited my grandparents. And every time I got the same meal -…
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As an online influencer since 2009, I get a lot of random pitches in my email. Particularly if they have nothing to do with food or natural living, I typically ignore them. The email asking me to review Pepper Pong, the “Best New Game of 2023,” somehow caught my eye. I was quickly intrigued by
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Limited access. High costs that aren’t always given up front. Impersonal care. All of these are complaints I hear all the time from people about…
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Many young adults are excited about their first taste of alcohol. It feels like a very grown-up thing. I think I’m the oddball. There was never alcohol in my house growing up, so I didn’t really think much of it. No anticipation. No desire. But when I went on a trip to Europe for a
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If you’re considering a health-sharing plan instead of traditional insurance, you’ll want the best reviews you can find. My team and I have meticulously scoured all the major healthcare-sharing ministries (Samaritan Ministries, Christian Healthcare Ministries, Medi-Share, Christian Care Ministries, Liberty Healthshare, Solidarity Healthshare, CMF CURO, and Zion) in this review and comparison (updated September 2024).
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Have you ever felt totally lost with traditional health insurance, or is it just driving you a little crazy? I get it! As a Catholic mom of four, figuring out the best healthcare for our family can be really overwhelming. However – I’ve learned a ton about what some think of as “Christian health insurance”
Chronic joint pain was my first symptom of what I suspect was oxalate poisoning.
This post was written by Michelle Minnaar of Greedy Gourmet. Finding a liquid smoke substitute is easier than you think! Yes, this amazing ingredient has a seemingly unique ability to transform a dish, but trust me… other magical flavor enhancers can step in and do the job. Check out my list of the best liquid
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What to do about Cell Danger Response if it’s holding you back? In last month’s post, I shared how I suspected I was stuck in…
Soy sauce is a versatile staple in many kitchens because of its rich, umami flavor. Yet, dietary restrictions such as gluten intolerance, soy allergies, or…
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There is a lot to love about canned green beans. While they may not have the most glamorous and nutritious reputation, they are an easy…
I can still remember my first client who mentioned that her kids just didn’t seem to be thriving. I was working with the mother, but she was sharing concerns about her kids. She happened to mention that they had a reverse osmosis (RO) water filter. I wasn’t well-versed in water purification methods at the time,
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Do you find yourself exhausted? Could you be stuck in Cell Danger Response? I first started experiencing chronic fatigue in the middle of grad school.…
Have you ever felt sluggish and grumpy? Maybe you had a bit of a nagging headache too? Or maybe you noticed your child not acting like himself or herself? Then you remember to drink some water, and suddenly you feel like yourself again? If so, you know just how important hydration is. A decrease in
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Could a container exercise relieve your brain? Do you struggle to turn your brain off sometimes? Usually, a 5 senses meditation or a body scan will help calm me down. But in some moments, I need a different approach. For me, the thoughts have grown more intense as my family has grown. My heart is
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Are you looking to satisfy your sweet tooth while maintaining a healthy diet? Look no further than fruit. Fruit is nature’s candy, offering a burst…
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Last year I taught a health and nutrition class for 5-8 year-olds at our homeschool co-op. Hands down the activities they were most excited about were our kitchen projects. Kids love to cook! I only got a handful of days with them in the kitchen because it was used by another class. But when we
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