Balancing Life with Love, Laughter, and a Little Bit of Moxie!
One thing that I have learned since beginning to eat a Paleo-style diet is the modern American diet lacks flavor. So many recipes that I have tried during the course of the past 30 days have been so flavorful and filling that I am beginning to wonder why more people do not eat this way. […]
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Here is a great Paleo-friendly recipe that works great as an appetizer or as part of a meal. This spread can be used as a vegetable dip, as a spread on Crostini or as a fish or meat topping. Not only is this spread delicious but also very nutritious packing a healthy dose of Omega- […]
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Valentine’s Day will be upon us before you know it. If you are like me, you like to celebrate this Hallmark Holiday by having a nice little steak meal with your sweetie. If you are also like me, planning a night out (especially if you have children) takes more work and money than planning […]
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When I started Paleo I thought it would be a breeze. After all, I had pretty good willpower and success with both the Atkins and HCG diets. But this time I am struggling a bit. Perhaps it is because I’m working out for 45 minutes a day or maybe it’s because I’m missing out on […]
Continue ReadingI am always on the lookout for fascinating paleo sources of protein, and I believe this one is truly a frontrunner. It is a full-bodied paste that contains walnuts and tahini – two great protein-rich foods. Besides the nutrition features, it tastes amazing!
Continue ReadingI love the convenience of a simple one-pot meal that simmers on the stove top. This recipe is an eclectic combination of herbs and spices. The broth—infused with onion, chiles, and cilantro—pairs wonderfully with the white fish. This recipe is great for those following a low carb or paleo diet lifestyle as there are very […]
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Pot roasts always remind me of my Grandmother’s winter Sunday dinners. She made this meal in a roaster, allowing the herbs and spices to permeate the meat and vegetables. When she made this, she slow cooked it in the oven all day. The aroma was always such a warm and inviting smell that if I […]
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Making your own baby food is simple and economical. Using fresh produce, grains, and lean meats can make delicious and nutritious baby foods for your baby and save money on prepackaged baby food. Plus, DIY baby food allows your baby the opportunity to eat the same food as the rest of the family.
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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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