4 spices for weight loss

4 spices for weight loss

What if you could boost your weight loss using tools that may already be in your kitchen cabinet?  I love flavorful food and knowing there are a few spices that will also kick up my metabolism is an added bonus.

Check out this video to find out which spices will rev up your weight loss.

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Crispy roasted curry pumpkin seeds

Crispy roasted curry pumpkin seeds

I was gifted with the most wonderful bag of the best pumpkin seeds I've ever had. After rapid consumption I thought, "well, isn't this the perfect snack to swith things up a bit."

A lover of flavor bursting foods, I wanted to add a little extra kick to the batch I would rush home to make.

Check out the post for the recipe.

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Dairy substitutes for a dairy lover

Dairy substitutes for a dairy lover

I get it... you love dairy and hate when anyone tells you to give it up. Today, I'm sharing a list of dairy alternatives. The options may take some getting used to but your insides may breathe a huge sign of relief.

Check out the list in the post and let me know what you think... 

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I understand the wellness struggle

I understand the wellness struggle

There was once a time that my diet consisted of copious amounts of Pizza Hut, pizza and soda as well as meals from Burger King, McDonalds and Jack N The Box.  

Check out this blog post to see how I became the health nut I am today.... it wasn't easy.

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Quinoa with roasted artichokes, zucchini, sundried tomatoes and olives

Quinoa with roasted artichokes, zucchini, sundried tomatoes and olives

Don't you just love Mediterreanean flavors?  I was looking for a dish that would give me lots of good protein with incredible flavors that I love.   So, I thew together a Mediterreanean quinoa recipe that is filling yet light at the same time... perfect for Summer.  

Check out the post for the ful recipe.

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Green juice vs. green smoothie- How to get started

Green juice vs. green smoothie- How to get started

You don't necessarily need a Vitamix, Blendtec or fancy juicer to make a green drink.  There are great benefits to juicing and making green smoothies.  

Check out this blog post for a quick Green Drink 101 overview to get started with the green craze.

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Tips to keep you from over heating

Tips to keep you from over heating

According to Chinese medicine principles, Summer is the time for action and activity.  It's important not to over due it (which I sometimes do) and find balance where you can.  One great way to achieve balance is in food. 

Check out this blog post on howI plan to stay cool this Summer.

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What you should know about probiotics

What you should know about probiotics

After years of repeat rounds of antibiotics I needed something to replinish the "good" bacteria in my system-- probiotics have been so helpful.  Incorporating raw sauerkraut and packaged probiotics into my wellness regimen has helped boost my digestive and immune health.

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