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One of my favorite things to do on the weekends is spend time outdoors with my family. So much so that it was one of our driving reasons to move to Oregon. Even in the rain the climate and accessibility to nature makes it something you can do year round. As long as you don’t […]
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1. Make half your plate veggies. It’s time to stop thinking as vegetables as a side dish and start thinking about them as the star of the meal. When you build your meal around veggies you start thinking of the other parts of the meal – grains and proteins- as side dishes, or better yet, […]
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You probably already know that Coconut Oil is a fantastic natural remedy that you can use for almost anything. But chances are you have another great natural remedy lurking in your pantry that you didn’t know about and aren’t taken full advantage of. Baking Soda. It’s one of the least expensive natural remedies out there and for […]
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Chronic inflammation started becoming a buzzword as the cause for many serious illnesses, from heart disease to cancer. According to the National Institutes of Health there is direct connection between long-term inflammation and the development of dysplasia, which leads to cancer. There are many factors that can contribute to chronic inflammation including stress, toxins, genetic […]
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I have a love affair with coffee. I love the smell, the bitterness, the warmth. I’m especially smitten for Dominican coffee. I love it so much that I started drinking more and more of it and my perfectly harmless, and even healthy,one cup a day turned into much much more. It was time to call […]
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There are so many different types of teas, lots of delicious flavors to choose from and even better they come with a variety of health benefits. Here’s a great little list that will help you find the right type of tea to provide you with the healing properties you need. Caffeinated Teas Black Tea. In my […]
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Tiny little seeds have started to make a big name for themselves. Most of us are familiar with sunflower and sesame seeds but some “new” seeds are starting to steal the spotlight and are being touted as “super-foods”. Here’s a quick look at some popular seeds, why they should be a part of your diet […]
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I can’t stand cold sores. They’re ugly, itchy, painful and just plain awful. Sometimes people will look at you like you have an alien growing out of your mouth, or like you’re contagious. I’ve been getting cold sores my entire life, since I was a kid. I’ve been kissing my husband with cold sores since […]
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It’s that time of year again, when the weather starts to change, temperatures drop, we go out expecting it to be warmer than it is and find ourselves freezing our butts off and next thing you know you’re coughing, your nose in feeling funky and you’re feeling ready for a nap. I’m not a believer […]
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Having high blood pressure can not only be scary but it can also be dangerous – especially during pregnancy. If you have high blood pressure or are want to take some extra steps to avoid it here are some tips to help you keep your blood pressure in check. Avoid processed foods. If you’re suffering […]
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