Balancing Life with Love, Laughter, and a Little Bit of Moxie!
The hot summer days are finally here, bringing with them memories of carefree childhood summers. Who can forget the sweet, tangy taste of homemade lemonade, a staple of our youth? Growing up, it seemed like every kid in the neighborhood had a lemonade stand, and mine was no exception. My mom would lovingly prepare a […]
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With the holidays quickly approaching, I thought I would start a series of posts about homemade gifts that are better than ones you can get in the store. While many people have gotten away from making their own gifts in lieu of giving gadgets like the iPad and iPhone, there are still a handful of […]
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Hey all! Are you just beginning your keto journey or have you been keto for awhile and you’re looking for a delicious treat? Well look no further, I’m going to share with you a little trick I’ve learned during my keto journey that has become an absolute game changer. Had I not found this drink, […]
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Bullet Proof Coffee (BPC), also known as Butter Coffee, is a drink gaining popularity in the Paleo and ketogenic diet community for its unique capability of providing amazing amounts of focus and energy. It is 100% natural and often used as a healthy alternative to chemical-rich coffee creamers and energy drinks. Many health-conscious drinkers use […]
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Pumpkin spiced beverages from coffee shops and restaurants are all the rage right now. Despite the fact that these beverages taste amazing, they are loaded with sugar and dairy that adds unwanted calories and eventually pounds. Not to mention setting you up for a big energy crash. A medium sized 12 oz pumpkin spiced latte […]
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If you are doing the 8-Week Health & Weight Loss Challenge or just trying to increase your water intake for optimal health, you know that plain water can be very boring. Sometimes you just need a little something to jazz up your water to make it a little more palatable. Below are 30 things to […]
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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Before my Paleo days, I loved to have ice cream as a treat. I had indulged in a McDonald’s Shamrock Shake a time or two. This shake is a healthy “smoothie” version of the classic St. Patrick’s Day shake but with all natural ingredients. This Paleo Shamrock Shake uses spinach and […]
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Another difficult area for me since I began eating a Paleo diet is giving up dairy. I found that I initially craved cheese but that craving quickly subsided with the help of other nutrient dense foods such as almonds and vegetables. The one dairy product that I still struggle with not having is half and […]
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It is that time of year again for all things pumpkin pie spice related. Even Starbuck’s has a pumpkin pie latte. But, with these yummy treats comes loads of calories, fat, and carbohydrates that are not very flattering to the waistline. This healthy frozen pumpkin pie smoothie tastes just like a slice of Thanksgiving Day […]
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Some say summertime is the best time for iced tea. I disagree! I believe iced tea is a perfect drink all year round. Tea is rich in antioxidants. Studies show drinking tea daily may reduce Alzheimer’s and diabetes risks. In addition, tea can increase bone, teeth and gum health. I consider myself something of […]
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