My Take on the Weighted Vest Trend & What I Do
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Over the last few years, one fitness trend has started to gain traction: walking with a weighted vest. It’s one of those simple, low-impact strategies that seems almost too good…
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Simple solutions to help you improve your family’s health through a combination of a real food diet, and optimizing factors like sleep, reducing stress and avoiding toxins.
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How Protein and Micronutrients Can Transform Your Health
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After years of dieting and counting calories I learned a few lessons along the way. Once I shifted my mindset away from obsessing over calories, I finally saw major turnarounds.…
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The Counterintuitive Way I Lost Weight By Eating More
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If you’re like most people, the idea of losing weight often brings up thoughts of cutting calories and eating less. It’s almost second nature, right? You eat less, you burn…
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How Circadian Alignment Can Transform Your Health
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Today I’m excited to dive into the topic of circadian alignment, including circadian fasting and using light, food, and sleep as major circadian signaling cues. I got the idea from…
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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip: The Perfect High-Protein Snack or Meal
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Once upon a time, I invested in a cottage cheese brand because it was delicious and reminded me of my childhood. I’m still grateful to this day that I did…
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My 2025 Wellness Trend Predictions
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It seems like with each year and generation new trends come rolling around. Often they’re just a rehash of old trends (nothing new under the sun…). In today’s post, I’m…
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Microplastics In Salt and How to Avoid Them
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I often discuss how salt is essential for health, from supporting electrolyte balance to regulating blood pressure. Dialing in my salt consumption has also been a game changer for my…
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Why Saliva is So Important
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I’m sure by now you’ve heard me talk about the importance of remineralizing teeth. But what you may not know is how important saliva is to this process. First though,…
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Are Oxalates A Problem or No Big Deal?
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There’s no shortage of nutritional advice out there, and many experts tell us entire food groups are bad. Vegans advise against animal products, while carnivore followers warn against grains and…
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The Dangers of Coconut Oil Pulling
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I’ve been oil pulling with coconut oil for years. I read about oil pulling benefits a long time ago and how it may reverse tooth decay and help remineralize and…
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How Grounding Sheets Can Transform Your Health
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Now that EMFs and WiFi are everywhere, many of us are exploring the benefits of reconnecting to the earth’s healing frequencies. Although I try to walk barefoot outside daily, it’s…
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Earthing & Grounding: Legit or Hype? (How to & When Not To)
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Earthing (also called grounding) can be a controversial topic. Many report improved well-being and fantastic health benefits, including better sleep and less pain. However, critics emphasize the need for more…
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Why Nutella Shouldn’t Be In Your Pantry (Plus Better Options)
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Many years ago, I spent a few weeks vacationing in Europe. I hiked, explored beautiful towns, tried local foods, and indulged in way too much of an Italian favorite: Nutella.…
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Is Coconut Milk Good For You?
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Unsweetened coconut milk is a superfood milk substitute I frequently use in my home. While almond milk and oat milk are good for certain recipes, coconut milk adds a rich…
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How Much Sole Water To Drink Every Day
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I’ve been drinking Himalayan sole water for a few years now and occasionally mention it in my blog posts. People frequently ask me questions about drinking it. One of the…
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The Benefits of Sole Water
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In our modern American diet, we’re told that salt is bad and we should avoid it at all costs. But the truth is it’s not the villain it’s often made…
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My Oral Care Routine (That Stopped My Cavities)
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Many years ago, I shared my experience remineralizing my teeth. Since then, I’ve received hundreds of questions about my oral care routine. Although I’m not actively working to heal any…
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How to Remineralize Teeth Naturally & Reverse Tooth Decay
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If you’re like me, you grew up thinking that improper brushing, sugar consumption, and genetics were the only causes of bad teeth. Cavities and tooth decay meant a person needed…
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Remineralizing Teeth: Is it Possible?
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For most people, taking care of their oral health means brushing, flossing, and visiting the dentist twice a year. Some people may also seek out whitening products or procedures to…
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Co-sleeping Benefits and Risks (Plus How to Safely Do it)
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Co-sleeping is a topic that’s sparked considerable debate among parents, pediatricians, and researchers. Supporters emphasize its benefits, like better sleep for both parents and babies. However, concerns about SIDS risk…
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Testosterone Boosting Foods (For Men and Women)
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Healthy testosterone isn’t the first thing we think about as women. We tend to be more concerned about estrogen dominance in our younger years and avoiding menopausal symptoms later on.…
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Best Essential Oil Diffusers: Reviews & What I Use
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I’ve posted before about why we don’t use scented candles and what we use instead. One of my favorite alternatives is essential oil diffusers, and many people asked what type of diffuser…
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List of Whole Foods to Stock Your Kitchen
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As moms, we set the tone in our house for our family, and that includes teaching our kids the importance of eating real foods. We want to create lifelong health…
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The Benefits of Sun Exposure
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There are few topics as controversial as safe sun exposure. Sunbathing and tanning often get a bad rap, but mounting evidence reveals that moderate sun exposure is not only safe…