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The Power of Smiling: How to boost your mood and reduce stress.

Discover the powerful effects of smiling on mood and stress reduction. Learn how smiling releases endorphins and lowers cortisol levels. Explore 5 practical tips to increase joy and incorporate more smiles into your daily routine for a happier, healthier you.

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How to create and hit the protein goals.

Protein is crucial for muscles, tissues, enzymes, and hormones. Meeting daily protein goals maintains lean muscle mass, supports metabolism, and aids post-exercise recovery. Prioritizing protein enhances health, performance, and long-term wellness. Achieving protein targets is vital for optimal health.

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Protein, is it worth the hype?

Protein is essential for overall health, serving as a building block for tissues like muscles, skin, and organs. It aids in growth, repair, hormone production, immune regulation, and enzyme activity. Adequate protein intake helps sustain energy and promotes satiety, supporting weight management. Meeting protein goals benefits everyone, fostering a resilient body. There is a reason why its a major building block in a healthy diet.

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Turmeric, the most powerful spice known to man.

Turmeric is one of the most powerful medicinal spice. It lowers inflammation, helps fight cancer and disease, and can improve many of the bodies natural functions. Explore more and enjoy a delicious tropical smoothie!

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Power of the Potato

With the demonization of carbs, potatoes have been overlooked as a significant source of nutrients, gut-healthy fiber, and even helps regulate blood sugar. Recipe for Smashed Potatoes included!

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Love Foods That Love You Back.

Body positivity is in and I am here for it… I am not here for the idea that restricting “bad foods” is part of toxic diet culture. Read more to find out why.

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Cherry Coconut Panna Cotta

Full of nutrients and antioxidants this creamy refreshing Cherry Coconut Panna Cotta is perfection for a warm summer day treat.

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NCGS vs Celiac Disease

How do you know if you have Celiac disease or Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS)? Here is a quick comparison of the two.

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Celiac Disease

I had a lot to study when I was diagnosed with Celiac disease. This is a brief rundown of what I’ve learned

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My Abuela’s Carnitas

My Abuela’s carnitas are easy to make and tastes amazing, perfect for any taco night!

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This is my Story

My love of food started when I was a little girl helping my mom in the kitchen. Ever the entertainers, my parents loved to have people over and the menus were always fantastic. I grew up in a small agricultural town in Wine Country California…

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How to Shop the Health V Way

The grocery store… It is truly one of my favorite places to go to every week. I love to casually walk down the aisles and see all the new produce and products that have been carefully stocked on the shelves…

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