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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

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…

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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

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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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March 15, 2020November 18, 2022

Prepare for a Coronavirus Quarantine

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

It is no longer news that the world is in despair because of the many deaths that have occurred since the outbreak of coronavirus. With several cases of COVID-19 been reported all over the globe, this coronavirus which was first discovered in China have recently been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organizations and as more cases of the COVID-19 continue to arise, staying home more as now become an important way to avoid contracting the disease. It is advised that we start to take certain precautionary measures that can protect and prepare us for a global outbreak of...

March 7, 2020November 18, 2022

Coronavirus: Prevention and Symptoms

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Coronavirus: What you need to know about the Deadly Disease Coronavirus is a type of virus that can be found in both animals and humans, it can be spread from person to person and are often transmitted from animals to humans. Coronaviruses are of different types and mostly affect the respiratory system; whereby the infected person might experience cold, pneumonia, bronchitis and may even suffer from severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). Recently, a new type of coronavirus which is referred to as the ‘COVID-19’ was recently discovered in China; its outbreak has led to sending many people to immediate and...

vegan macaroni and cheese made with cashews

March 3, 2020November 18, 2022

Vegan Mac and Cheese

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by rochellein Lunch

This vegan mac and cheese recipe is so easy to prepare. It is cheesy, delicious, and can be used with so many other dishes. The base of it is cashews so it’s a great source of protein too! Jump to Recipe This recipe could not be easier. You literally place it all in a blender and you are good to go! After the sauce is blended, you simply toss the cashew cheese with the warm pasta. It is absolutely delicious and such a healthy take on the classic mac and cheese. Ingredients 1 ½ cup cashews ¼ cup nutritional yeast...

March 1, 2020November 18, 2022

Kidney Stones: Causes and Symptoms

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Kidney Stones: Causes, Symptoms and Lifestyle Adjustments If you have ever met someone who has had kidney stones, it’s certain that they would have told you about the wrenching pain that is known to come with this health condition. Kidney stones mostly come into play when there’s a buildup of dissolved salts and minerals inside the kidney. The stones are formed when minerals like calcium and phosphorus which is normally present in your urine accumulates, solidifies and cluster together. Although, some kidney stones are small and can be easily passed through the urinary tract, others can grow big to the...

February 28, 2020November 17, 2022

How Does Switching from One School to Another Affect Your Child?

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by rochellein Parenting

During the course of academic life, your child may switch school for some reason. It could be because of family moving to new location, children going to high school or college as their current school don’t offer that degree, or maybe the parent feels that the current school is not good enough for their children. Whatever the reason is, it has negative impact on your child and the consequences can affect their learning journey. A U.S. study has found out that 35% of children who move frequently are more likely to fail a grade. Furthermore, switching school during secondary schooling...

February 25, 2020November 17, 2022

Born Tough Women Tracksuit Review

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by rochellein Shopping

Hello to all my smart girls out there who want to live a healthy life. Recently, my friends at Born Tough sent me some of their apparel articles to review them. I was glad to receive them and tried them. The apparel was quite good and I’d recommend it to all the empowered ladies out there who work out on a regular basis. The contoured tracksuit hoodie was really eye-catching and came with a superior quality fabric. The contoured tracksuit bottom was no different. I will my review with you in the following lines. Stay glued to your seat! Born...

February 25, 2020November 18, 2022

Can Supplements Treat the Symptoms of Autism?

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Vitamins and supplements can benefit a variety of health issues and help you to feel your best. For people with autism, however, supplements are particularly important. Believed to treat many of the symptoms of autism spectrum disorder, choosing the best supplements for autism can help to promote well-being. Of course, finding the right supplements for autism is an individual process. As everyone has varying levels of vitamins within their body, one individual may need to supplement at a higher dose than another. If you’re unsure about taking vitamins for autism, you may prefer to have your vitamin levels checked via...

February 22, 2020November 18, 2022

The Best Vegan Chocolate Cake

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by rochellein Desserts

What I love about this recipe. Other than it being chocolate and delicious, is that it is made in one bowl. Thats right! The fact that it is vegan makes no difference. This is the best chocolate cake ever. It was my daughters friends birthday, and i thought it would be fun to make a birthday cake together. Boy was I wrong. lol She was just up from her nap and not in the correct mind frame whatsoever. I went through my little photoshoot, and had to add them. It is just too hilarious.

February 21, 2020November 17, 2022

Why You Should Think Highly of Hemp Clothing

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by rochellein Shopping

Hemp fabric has been used for more than 10,000 years. That comes as no surprise for numerous reasons. In this article, we will explain why people have kept relying on this exquisite material throughout history, why it is so good for the environment, and what is the future of hemp clothing. Hemp Is Eco-Friendly and Safe to Use Every continent (except Antarctica, for obvious reasons) has a long history of growing hemp. Probably the oldest crop known to humankind, hemp is a strain of Cannabis sativa that does not contain THC. This plant is not only grown for fibers used...

February 21, 2020November 18, 2022

A Beginners Guide to Intermittent Fasting

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

For many people, a significant amount of decrease in their weight marks the starting point of their journey to fitness and this can only be possible when the right techniques are employed. In recent years, Intermittent Fasting has been one of the effective ways to lose weight or shed stubborn body fat. This weight-loss strategy revolves around fasting and eating. It requires you to skip meals for a particular period of time and then eat at a specific time. This helps to make sure that your calorie consumption is limited to a specific time of the day. This weight-loss strategy...

February 20, 2020November 17, 2022

Should You Background Check a New Romantic Partner?

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by rochellein Shopping

3 Reasons It’s Actually a Sensible Idea Have you found a new love? You have begun dating somebody new, but at this stage, you know precious little about one another. You have two options; you can take the old-fashioned route and get to know your partner along the way, or you can unearth anything unsavory about their past with a background check. It might seem a little bit of an extreme measure to take when you’re in the early stages of a relationship and getting on well, but it can actually be a very sensible move. In some serious cases,...

February 18, 2020June 10, 2022

Whole Wheat Pita Bread

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by rochellein Side Dishes

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. It should take about 5 minutes. Until it is nice and elastic. After you have kneaded it for five minutes, make a ball like shape. Then place it in an oiled bowl. This will help prevent it from sticking. You also want to place a...