What is clean eating? There’s a lot of media exposure and talk about “clean eating” but what is it exactly? The widely accepted definition is that clean eating means avoiding highly processed foods, refined sugars, and eating a diet rich in whole foods in their most natural state. For fruits and vegetables that means buying […]
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If you’ve been suffering with migraines for any length of time, you know that they can be complex to diagnose and treat. Causes vary from patient to patient and headache to headache. But here’s a cause you may not have considered: magnesium deficiency. Magnesium Deficiency and Headaches Studies indicate that magnesium deficiency may be one of the […]
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Preparedness is a big topic these days and many people are looking at purchasing packages of food that are good for long term storage. The biggest challenge with pre-made prepared foods is all of the chemicals and additives that are in them. Of course, making a list of foods to have on hand for those […]
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A headache can often be uncomfortable. In some cases, such as migraines, they can be painful and even debilitating. Whether it’s frequent and chronic headaches or an occasional bout of acute pain, it can interfere with your life, making it difficult to do the things you want to do. Although there are prescription medications and […]
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I love my Instant Pot Ever since I got an Instant Pot® (IP) it has become my favorite appliance. I use it so much that I got tired of dragging it up from the cupboard under the counter and now it lives on my kitchen counter full-time. It gets used regularly for a wide variety of […]
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What are Migraines Migraines are more than just a severe headache. They often tend to be made up of several symptoms including: pain or throbbing of the head, forehead, neck or stomach visual aura dizziness nausea or vomiting sensitivity to smell, sound, or light sensitivity to touch or weight of clothing or blankets tingling or […]
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Why meditate? Meditation, especially mindfulness meditation, is getting a lot of attention these days. As people begin to really understand and accept the idea of a mind-body-wellness connection, this practice is becoming more popular. And studies show that meditation has a wide range of health benefits: reduces stress reduces anxiety increases focus improves self-awareness may […]
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Smoothies are a familiar way to get fruit into your diet. But you can take it one step further by adding veggies and healthy fat. This means you’re not simply getting a dessert disguised as a healthy snack, you’re actually getting several nutrient dense servings of fruit and vegetables. If you’re familiar with the idea […]
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A different kind of root vegetable When thinking about root vegetables most people are familiar with carrots, potatoes, and onions. There are, however, a number of other root vegetables. One overlooked vegetable, in particular, is a great addition to the diet; especially when you’re looking to eat a rainbow that has more than green veggies […]
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Happy Earth Day! The start of Earth Day This annual event, celebrated on April 22 around the world, is a holiday that focuses on the environment. It’s meant to raise awareness of and appreciation for this beautiful planet that we live on. First started in 1970 by Senator Gaylord Nelson (WI-D), the event was created […]
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