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Starting a Business in New Hope, PA

When I first started my small business in New Hope, PA, I was excited but also nervous. I knew it would be a challenge to create something new in a small town with a tight-knit community. Being a bit of a transplant, I wondered how this would all fair. But I also knew that it…

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The Joy of Cooking with Kids: Make Your Own Granola with Your Child

Making granola at home with your young child can be a fun and educational activity that not only provides a tasty treat but also fosters valuable skills and memories. In this article, we will explore the benefits of making granola with your child and provide some tips to make the experience as enjoyable as possible….

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Health Benefits of Granola

Granola is a popular breakfast food that is often praised for its delicious taste and convenience. However, store-bought granolas can be high in added sugars, unhealthy fats, and artificial ingredients. By making your own granola at home with all-natural, healthy ingredients, you can enjoy a range of health benefits. Here are a few reasons why…

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7 Tips to Get Back in Shape After a Baby

Walking on the DNR Canal There are a few things that happened to me after I had my daughter. Of course the overwhelming feeling of love and devotion. A very close second was the most intense exhaustion I have ever experienced. Because of this, I felt like I had no choice but to be in…

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Clean Eating Made Easy

“A healthy outside starts from the inside” Robert Urich. When you first get started eating clean, you have two options. You can go cold turkey and give up all the junk food, sugar, processed food etc. all at once, or you can opt for a more gradual change. There are advantages and disadvantages to each…

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Lower your Blood Pressure

They call it the silent killer. And it is. There are no symptoms for heart failure. We all know the obvious things. WE have to eat right, don’t smoke, exercise, manage stress. I know that sometimes even when you do all of these things, it still can be a constant struggle. My husband for instance….

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9 Tips for Starting a Plant Based Diet

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Paleo Blueberry Muffins

This paleo blueberry muffin recipe is gluten free, dairy free, and low carb. I have made these for people without any diet restrictions and they absolutely love them. The almond flour keeps these muffins nice and moist, and lets be honest…who doesn’t love blueberry muffins?! They are perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Jump to…

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Vegan Blueberry Crisp

This vegan blueberry crisp is an incredibly easy to execute, delicious dessert. This recipe is so wholesome, I would even eat it for breakfast. It is packed with oats, whole wheat flour, and of course…blueberries! Jump to Recipe This Vegan Blueberry Crisp is great for when you are craving something sweet.Which if you are anything…

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Vegan Boston Baked Beans

This quarantine has my family eating a lot of beans. So i have been trying new ways to prepare them. So I decided to make Vegan Boston Baked Beans. I was watching Mythical Kitchen last night, and they were showing all the fun ways to eat beans during this pandemic. They did shakshuka, black bean…

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Whole Wheat Pita Bread

This is a very simple whole wheat pita recipe. If you are a beginner in the world of bread making, do not be intimidated. It really is that easy. Jump to Recipe After you mix in the wet ingredients and the flour, you want to knead it for about five minutes on a floured surface….

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Whipped Almond Vegan Ricotta

I love this Vegan almond whipped ricotta cheese recipe. It is incredibly simple to make, and is useful with so many meals. As you can see it tastes awesome on toast with some avocado. I have also used it for many appetizer like pesto pinwheels, or yummy Italian dishes like baked ziti. Jump to Recipe…

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Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds

I recently came across a great overnight oats with chia seed recipe and thought I would share it. It is an awesome spin on your regular breakfast My family eats oats every morning. We vary it with different toppings and spreads. Jump to Recipe Ingredients 1/2 cup non dairy milk of choice. I use…

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The Best BBQ Sauce

So the nice weather is here and that means one amazing thing. Barbecue! Which of course stems from a wonderful sauce/ marinade. I have just the thing. A million times better than store bought and packed with flavor. This sauce is rich, robust, a bit spicy…and goes great on EVERYTHING! Jump to recipe There are…

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Weight Loss Strategies with Mindful Eating

Effective Weight Loss Strategies: Mindful Eating Weight Loss Strategies From the countless trips to the gym to cutting back on the amount and kind of food to consume, losing weight has never been an easy journey hence the need to adopt a sustainable and weight loss technique that can effectively do the task. Several weight…

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July 6, 2020November 18, 2022

Hot Ones’ Grilled Pineapple Hot Sauce

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by rochellein Recipe Box, Side Dishes

I made this grilled pineapple jalapeno hot sauce after watching First We Feast hot ones. They have a lineup of super hot wings, and as the special guest sweat, they get interviewed. It is oddly entertaining. I watched one episode where they give the recipe for their Grilled pineapple hot sauce. I tried it, and absolutely loved it. It is super fresh, a little sweet, and not too spicy. I put it on everything! Jump to Recipe These are your basic ingredients. The grilling of the pineapple creates an amazing depth to the sauce. You can skip this step if...

July 5, 2020November 17, 2022

How to Restore Your Body After Having Children

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by rochellein Parenting

Becoming a mother is one of the most rewarding experiences of life. Unfortunately, growing a baby inside your body can often drastically affect your physical appearance. You do not have to resort to crash diets or excessive exercising to get that body back to the way that you want it to look. Here are five smart ways that you can restore your body to its pre-pregnancy state after having children. Watch Your Diet Being intentional about the foods that you choose to nourish your body with after birth will have a significant effect on how quickly you bounce back physically....

June 15, 2020November 17, 2022

Can You Legally Borrow Somebody Else’s Car?

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by rochellein Shopping

Can you legally borrow a persons car? Whether you’re waiting for your car to come back from getting its MOT at the garage, are in between cars, or need a bigger vehicle to transport some stuff that won’t fit in your own, you might be wondering, is this ok? The good news is that yes, as long as the owner of the car has given you permission to drive it, you’re well within your rights to do so. However, the first and main thing to make sure of before you set off in somebody else’s car is that you...

June 9, 2020March 17, 2023

How to Increase Your Motivation if You’re Working from Home Indefinitely

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by rochellein Family Life

Tips for When You Work From Home When we all got the orders to work from home, it felt very temporary. It probably also felt like a very welcome break from the rat race. But now that we’ve been remote working for months, many of us are dreaming of the day we get to rub elbows with our coworkers again. Working from home definitely has its perks, but it doesn’t take long for reality to sink in, and then we’re more susceptible to the distractions of home life. If you’re growing tired of working from home and are struggling with...

June 7, 2020June 10, 2022

9 Tips for Starting a Plant Based Diet

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Tips for Starting a Plant Based Diet “Healthy eating is a way of life, so it’s important to establish routines that are simple, realistically, and ultimately livable.” Arthur Agatston I began a plant based diet about 5 years ago and took it even more seriously after I had my daughter. It started slowly, very much a gradual process. I remember replacing chips with baby carrots… and drinking almond milk in place of skim milk. I realized the more whole foods I ate, the more energy I had to play with my daughter. My moods were even, and my sleep habits...

June 5, 2020November 18, 2022

Vegan Buffalo Wings

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by rochellein Dinner, Lunch, Side Dishes

There is nothing better than vegan buffalo wings. And for all you vegans out there (myself included), now there is something that gives you all of the satisfaction of crispy spicy wings…while still getting your all your veggies. These are perfect for company, or anyone just starting a plant based lifestyle. There is nothing boring or bland about this dish. I have two Cooking Methods for these wings. Air fried and Baked. Both come out absolutely delicious! Jump to Recipe Hot sauce Preparation BBQ Sauce Preparation Ways to Eat These Vegan Buffalo Wings Over Rice In a wrap or...

May 31, 2020November 18, 2022

6 Health Benefits of Honey

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

6 Health Benefits of Honey Honey is a sweet, delicious food that has also been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. Honey contains several nutrients and health benefits, especially when used in the place of refined sugar. If you’re thinking of incorporating honey into your diet, here are some of the reasons this could be a good idea. Honey is Packed with Nutrients Honey is made by bees. The bees collect flower nectar from their surroundings. When the bees get into their hives, they eat, digest, and regurgitate the flower nectar. This process produces honey. The color, taste, and smell...

May 31, 2020November 18, 2022

Vegan Margherita Pizza

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by rochellein Lunch

Vegan Grilled Margherita Pizza with Cashew Mozzarella Jump to Recipe I love this grilled vegan margherita pizza recipe. I mean, who doesn’t love pizza?! As soon as I chose to begin a plant base lifestyle, it is the first thing that I missed. I find making my own cheese makes a world of difference. This cheese melts and stretches the same as any dairy cheese. And has all the benefits that cashews have to offer. You can eat pizza and not feel bad about it…A win win! Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 18 minutes I recommend topping your pizza...

May 27, 2020November 18, 2022

Keto Flu Symptoms

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Heard of the keto flu ? This is a series of symptoms that many people claim to experience as first-time ketogenic dieters. Before you embark on the keto diet, your body will have come to expect a certain amount of carbohydrates and sugar. Sugar is highly addictive. There is a yeast component as well. If you’re been a heavy sugar feeder, then you likely have an overgrowth of yeast (candida) in your gut and other parts of your body. Each time you consume carbs or sweets, the yeast that live inside of you feed off the sugars, and multiply. Think...

May 26, 2020November 18, 2022

Realistic Ways to Develop Healthy Habits

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

How to Develop Healthy Habits Being healthy isn’t easy for most people, which is part of the reason many can’t make healthy changes a habit. The following are a few tips that may help you develop healthy habits. 1. Turn to Diets One thing you can do is turn to a diet. The reason this is a good way to develop a healthy habit is that the work has been done for you. he most convenient way to keep a healthy diet is by consuming healthy supplements. Check out this supergreen tonik reviews as it contains 15 organic vegetables and...

May 13, 2020November 18, 2022

4 Great Bathroom Styling Tips You Should Use Now

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by rochellein Home and Garden

Some Wonderful Bathroom Styling Tips When you renovate the bathroom, the project is almost always expensive. You need to be sure that you take care of many different things and you need to style everything as appropriately as possible. This is not something that is easy to do since most people are not interior designers. In order to help you make informed choices, plumbing Canberra specialists Fix It Right highlight the following vital bathroom styling tips. Introduce Texture And Color It is never cheap to tile the entire bathroom, from the floor to the ceiling. If you need to save...