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Mushrooms have gained significant popularity in recent years due to their potential health benefits. Many, many mushrooms contain important compounds that have been studied for their immune-modulating, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. Researchers are flooding the scientific literature with studies that confirm what many have […]

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between ‘juicing’ and ‘blending?’ 🥤 Although they sound like they could be the same, they’re actually quite different. Both of them will contain at least one or two types of fruit, and maybe even a few veggies. […]

FAT – there are soooo many opinions on this one topic.  Just take a look at the grocery aisle and you’ll see FOUR different types of milk, all based on the fat content → skim, 1%, 2% & Whole.  And, while things are changing for […]

I’m kicking off the New Year with a double-whammy blog that will set you up for success. What makes it a double-whammy blog, you ask??  Whether your New Year’s resolution has to do with (1) saving money OR (2) eating healthier, this blog has you […]

The holidays are always a wonderful, beautiful time of year, filled with family & friends, holiday parties, and more leisure time than usual… I’d like coffee in my pajamas 'till 11 o’clock, please… 😉  But truth be told, it’s not always as “stress-free” as we […]

Make-Ahead Recipes That Are Free From Dairy, Gluten, & Hassle.  Well… it’s almost time to say ‘goodbye’ to summer!  And while this might be bitter-sweet for some of you, we’ve got a holiday weekend just around the corner to send summer off in style 😉  […]

If you’ve been hanging around a health-conscious crowd for any amount of time, or chatting with your healthcare provider about nutrition, you’ve probably heard about the benefits of eating local, seasonal foods. Pretty much all the health gurus can agree on this one. But, putting […]

Eggs have long been caught in the crossfire of controversy. Some doctors and even nutritionists say you should avoid them. But just as passionately, other healthcare professionals tout their incredible health benefits. So if you’re wondering what the real deal is when it comes to […]

It’s no secret that the topic of dairy consumption is a source of confusion for many people. Is milk actually good for you? Is low-fat better? Or should you consume full-fat dairy instead? And what about raw milk? The debate can get heated and divisive. […]

When it’s cold outside, nothing warms you up quite like a delicious bowl of soup. Whether it's a hearty chowder, a bowl of stew, or a freshly-made bowl of bone broth, soups are a must-have to get you through these winter months. But before you […]