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    How To Avoid The Holiday Overeating Trap

    December 4, 2024 - By 

    The holidays are filled with joy, connection, and—let’s be honest—an abundance of food. From Thanksgiving feasts to endless cookie platters, it’s easy to feel like you’re swimming upstream when trying to stay healthy. If you’ve already indulged a little more than you planned (hello, Thanksgiving leftovers!), don’t worry—you’re not alone. The good news is, the rest of the holiday season doesn’t have to derail your health goals. With a little mindfulness and some simple strategies, you can enjoy the festivities without overindulging. Here’s how to finish the year feeling strong, balanced, and in control. 1. Acknowledge and Reset (No Guilt…

  • A colorful Protein-Packed Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl with mashed sweet potato, Greek yogurt, almond butter, and toppings like berries and granola, styled in a cozy kitchen setting
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    Healthy Mornings Made Simple: The Sweet Potato Bowl Moms Love

    November 30, 2024 - By 

    Ingredients: Instructions: My Go-To Breakfast as a Busy Mom: The Protein-Packed Sweet Potato Bowl As a busy mom, mornings can feel like a whirlwind. Between getting everyone ready for the day and tackling an endless to-do list, it’s easy to skip breakfast—or grab something less than ideal. But as a nutrition specialist and personal trainer, I know the importance of starting the day with a healthy, balanced meal. That’s why I absolutely love this Protein-Packed Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl. It’s quick, versatile, and full of nutrients to keep me energized and focused. Whether you’re rushing to work, school drop-offs, or just…

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    10 Free Ways to Prioritize Your Health and Wellness

    November 27, 2024 - By 

    Self-care doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. It’s about finding small, meaningful ways to nurture yourself, physically and mentally. Whether you’re on a tight budget or just looking for simple, cost-free ideas, here are some easy ways to incorporate self-care into your daily routine—for free! 1. Take a Mindful Walk Walking isn’t just good exercise; it’s a great way to clear your mind and connect with yourself. Head outside, leave your phone behind (or on silent), and focus on the sights, sounds, and sensations around you. Bonus: Walking your dog, like my pup Coby, or taking the stroll with…

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    How to know if you have thyroid disease

    January 22, 2024 - By 

    Imagine sitting at home the kids have had snow days and are home, maybe it’s the beginning of Summer break and you don’t have a lot planned. You are tired to the core of exhaustion and you can’t make it a day without a nap, thank goodness if you are actually get a good one although it doesn’t help how tired you feel. You’ve realized you have gained 8 pounds in a week but you’ve been more consistant with your workouts over the last couple weeks than you were all winter while you were eating all the goods. Seriously what…

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    How to get Clams for Your Clam Chowder

    January 12, 2024 - By 

    A passionate clamming enthusiast enjoys the peaceful beach and the thrill of finding clams. The process involves checking regulations, gathering gear, choosing a location, finding clams, and digging them out. After catching the clams, the next step is cleaning and cooking. The experience is rewarding but also requires effort and attention to detail.

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    Clam Chowder

    January 12, 2024 - By 

    Looking for a delicious way to have some clam chowder that’s gluten free and AIP compliant… then this recipe is for you. Ingredientsclam bodies or diggers chopped up fine

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    Hello world!

    January 6, 2024 - By 

    Welcome to my new home where I am sharing everything I have learned the last decade about managing my autoimmune disease Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. I am not a doctor, but after receiving my diagnosis, finding little help other than medications to “help” my symptoms I knew there had to to a better way. Follow along for all my tips and tricks to putting my autoimmune disease in remission and lowering my TPO from the 2000’s to a normal range of 41 all within 2.5 years of a little hard work. There is always a hard way of living, but we get…