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Tasty, Healthy, Low-Calorie Beverages

A lot of people dislike the taste of water, and do not turn to it first as a beverage of choice. Since water is *essential* to life, I know that something is wrong when people don't want to drink it. In this post, I'll help you discover why your water might not taste pleasant; how…

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Greek Pasta Salad: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, High-Protein

Potlucks inspired this super easy salad. I wanted to bring something easy and tasty, and still need it to be pretty fast and easy. I doubled this salad and had more than enough for three potlucks. Ingredients DRESSING: 2 cloves garlic, finely minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 cup apple cider vinegar or lemon juice1/2…

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Easy Raspberry Teff Muffins: High Protein, Gluten-Free

These muffins pack a lot of protein, omega-3, fiber and flavor. Bake them up for a party, for Sunday brunch, or for school/work snacks. They will store about 3-4 days at room temperature, and they also freeze well. Raspberry Teff Muffin Recipe Yield: 12 medium muffins Dry Ingredients: 2 cups teff flour 1/2 cup tapioca flour…

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Comforting and Easy Pumpkin Curry Soup

This creamy, comforting, curried soup is perfect for chilly winter or autumn evening. It's easy to fix in an instapot; make it gluten-free, vegan, or paleo. Add white beans for a protein boost. Serve with a squash base, or substitute ingredients as needed.  I like it served with basmati rice and topped with parmesan cheese…

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Best Ever Heirloom Tomato Salad

If you could see the tomatoes I've grown most summers in my shady yard in the Pacific Northwest, you wouldn't envy me. With the shade of trees and cool summers, we get just enough sun to only tease these large tomatoes about their potential. Enter the Farmer's Market. A fresh summer tomato is like nothing…

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Watermelon Salad with Tomato, Basil and Lime

I've returned to a favorite summertime recipe, with a delicious blend of savory, sweet, tang, crunch, and textures that pop in your mouth. You can make it vegan or Paleo by omitting the feta and increasing the lime juice. In the summer, I'm usually obsessed with melons, consuming a fresh melon nearly every week. In…

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Kale Caesar Salad Recipe (Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Paleo)

If you still haven't ventured into the delicious world known as kale and chard, let me reassure you: there’s a reason for the green food craze! People often ask me for recipes so they can become familiar, and comfortable, with these greens. This recipe is a delicious way to test out the world of kale…

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Healthy, Affordable Cooking Made Effortless

When it comes to ensuring that you are able to provide you and your family good nourishment, many people are overwhelmed by the preparation involved in healthy eating. With a little organization and foresight, you can promote healthy eating while saving yourself time and money. Here are some simple tips: 1.How much time will you…

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Curried Butternut-Apple Soup Recipe

This creamy, dreamy soup reduces nausea, protects you from memory loss, cancer & aging. The ingredients protect your brain, your heart, and boost your immunity. What's not to love? Oh, and it tastes amazing! I whipped this up quickly one day after baking butternut squash and needing a plan for it. (more…)

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Incredible Health Benefits of Cranberries

Pilgrims called them "Craneberries" because of the resemblence of Sandhill cranes in their blossoms. Most folks now call them "Cranberries". They grow on vines, not in water. They lay in bogs, which are impermeable beds layered with sand, peat, gravel, and clay. Native Americans used cranberries for food, dyes and medicine as early as the…

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