FOOD
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Sunshine Smoothie
Originally posted on July 20, 2020. Updated on July 19, 2023. It’s summertime, and the temperatures are hitting sky-high numbers. When you’re faced with this kind of heat, what do you do? You look for a refreshing, cold drink! This flavorful Sunshine Smoothie will hit just the right spot. With its tropical, fruity taste, I know you’ll love it as much as I do. To make this deliciousness, all you need is natural ingredients that are good for your health and your beauty, too. If you take a look at the nutrition factors for this smoothie, you’ll find it’s not just a refreshing smoothie, but it’s also the perfect natural…
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Strawberry Rosemary Spritzer
Picture this. You’re sitting in a rocking chair out on the back porch, listening to some soothing music, and sipping from a tall glass of a refreshing drink. Ahh, spring is in the air! A drink I like to make when the weather’s beautiful and I want something sweet and savory is my recipe for Strawberry Rosemary Spritzer. This drink is so yummy that I recommend you make a batch and keep a pitcher full in the fridge. You won’t have to feel guilty drinking down a glass or two. Strawberries have many health benefits. They’re rich in antioxidants and support your immune system. Rosemary has anti-inflammatory compounds that can…
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Beet and Citrus Salad
There are so many seasonal fruits and vegetables to look forward to when spring rolls around. Two of my favorites are beets and spinach. I like to combine the sweet taste of beets with the tanginess of citrus and the bold flavor of goat cheese to make a delicious and vibrantly colored salad. For a dressing, I like to drizzle it with my healthy go-to oil and vinegar dressing. The light flavor allows the taste of the salad to shine through. Optionally, you can add cooked shrimp or chicken for protein for a fully balanced meal. The recipe calls for goat cheese, but if you don’t eat it, you can…
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What is Kombucha?
[disclosure] Originally published 4.18.2021/ Updated 6.22.2021 Note: Since this is National Iced Tea Month, I decided to republish this post on Kombucha with an update.. Enjoy! Howdy everyone! I hope you are having a happy and productive week. I am trying to make my week more productive since I lost most of yesterday at the doctor’s office. It always seems that there’s always something else to do, right? Kids, cooking, organization of the house, my parents…I look forward to the day when I get one portion of my life situated—LOL. As if… On the way home from the doctor, I stopped to get a chai tea latte. I don’t care…
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5 Uncommon Ways to Reduce Stress
You probably know that meditation is a great stress-reliever. You also realize that after you exercise, you feel great. This feeling of personal accomplishment is actually triggered by a release of hormones that fight stress and make you feel good about yourself. Additionally, the power of taking frequent breaks throughout your day is a commonly known stress-reliever as well. So, what happens if you try all of these and other well known stress busters, and you are still feeling anxious, and stressed out? Perhaps you should try some proven, little-known techniques for reducing the amount of stress in your life. Take the following lesser-known steps for stress-relief and you will…
