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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

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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February 18, 2020November 17, 2022

Everything You Need To Know About E-Cigarettes

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by rochellein Shopping

What originally started as a way for smokers to quit cigarettes became increasingly popular among many other crowds. That makes many professionals question the benefits of the product. However, it can still be instrumental in helping you quit smoking. Here are all the things you need to know about e-cigarettes. How Do E-Cigarettes Work And What Are The Different Types? E-cigarettes are devices that give users a similar sensation as smoking a regular cigarette without the harmful effects. They allow users to inhale nicotine in the form of vapor instead of toxic smoke. That is why it is also called...

February 16, 2020November 18, 2022

Plan Your Weekly Meals

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Have you ever come home from work stressed, exhausted, and hungry only to decide that tonight might be a great night to order in? Do you find yourself doing this two or three times a week simply because your life is so busy? These questions aren’t meant to shame, we have all been there. Life doesn’t stop just because your day has been crazy busy. The kids still need to eat, the laundry still needs to get done and you still have a night of balancing your checkbook ahead of you. Let’s be honest, who would have time to even...

February 14, 2020November 16, 2022

The Pros and Cons of Emsculpt

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by rochellein Shopping

Once upon a time, if a person had unwanted fat that they couldn’t get rid of through exercise or diet, their only option was to have the fat surgically removed through liposuction. Luckily, today, there are many non-surgical, minimally or non-invasive body contouring and fat removal options available. According to the Cleveland Clinic, many of these non-invasive body contouring treatments work by destroying fat cells in an area. The fat is often heated or frozen away. Emsculpt is a body-contouring treatment that’s different from the rest. It doesn’t just get rid of unwanted fat, it also tones the muscles in...

February 14, 2020November 17, 2022

Anti-Aging Options for Men

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by rochellein Shopping

When people think of anti-aging solutions, they usually think of women. However, men want to look young for as long as possible, too. Luckily, there are plenty of anti-aging options for men. Read on to find out which one is best for your needs. 1. BOTOX BOTOX is the most popular option when it comes to fillers. Fillers are injections that a person can get to help paralyze the muscles in the face. When the muscles are paralyzed, the patient won’t be able to use them as often. Since the muscles aren’t being used, they won’t exhibit signs of wear...

February 14, 2020November 17, 2022

5 Solutions for a Sagging Neck

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by rochellein Shopping

Neck skin is especially susceptible to signs of aging, including wrinkles, sagging skin, and a double chin, or turkey neck. With age, skin cannot readily bounce back like it used to. But, there are ways you can improve skin elasticity, muscle tightness, and reduce neck fat for a firm neckline. What Causes a Sagging Neck? Neck skin is more sensitive and thin when compared to other areas of the body, and with the effects of gravity and constant use, it is uniquely at risk for sagging and signs of aging. Most people began to experience neck laxity or sagging between...

February 11, 2020November 17, 2022

Roses Aren’t Green

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by rochellein Shopping

Are you thinking about saying I love you with a dozen roses this year? You’re not alone. Valentine’s Day is the biggest day of the year for most florists and rose growers. American shoppers are expected to spend nearly $2 billion on flowers — most of which will be roses — this Valentine’s Day. But are roses a green gift in 2020? Apologies to all the rose lovers out there, but the answer is that, unfortunately, roses aren’t green. That may be surprising. After all, flowers are natural and compostable. But when we examine climate and flowers, the biggest issue...

February 9, 2020November 18, 2022

11 Health Benefits of Yoga

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Have you heard about the amazing benefits of yoga, and now you want to know more? Do the people you know who do yoga seem fitter, leaner, happier and more relaxed? Have you met seniors who do yoga and noticed that they look younger, are more active in their everyday lives, and seem to have more energy in general? It’s not a myth. Once you begin doing yoga, it can eventually become a lifelong practice that will have a positive impact on almost every area of your health. People who do yoga on a regular basis tend to: Have leaner...

February 1, 2020November 18, 2022

Keto Diet and Weight Loss

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

What Does Ketogenic Mean and How Does it Help You to Lose Weight? Ketosis is the metabolic state that your body goes into when it’s deprived of its typical energy source, which is carbohydrates. When in this state and in the absence of carbohydrates, your liver begins producing ketones to use as an alternate fuel source of energy. To simplify things, the ketogenic diet requires that 75% of daily calorie intake come from fat. The rest of your caloric intake for the day would be 20% protein and 5% carbohydrates. With the average person consuming 2,500 calories per day, if...

February 1, 2020November 18, 2022

Keto Chili

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by rochellein Dinner, Lunch, Side Dishes

Black soybeans keep the total carbs low in this belly-filling, classic Keto chili recipe with warming spices. Carbs go even lower when you substitute beef broth for the tomatoes. A great and healthy way to vary things up from the usual ketogenic egg, cheese and meat fare that is ketogenic eating! Jump to Recipe Health Benefits of Back Soybeans Help maintain healthy bones.They are filled with calcium and magnesium. Two nutrients that help strengthen bones. Black beans are low in sodium and contain potassium, calcium, and magnesium, all of which have been found to decrease blood pressure naturally. Just try...

January 28, 2020November 18, 2022

All the benefits of cbd oil

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Over the last 40 years, the need for natural alternatives to the traditional western medical practices have become a common interest. People all over the world are becoming more aware of the kinds of side effects and addictions that can come from the continual use of specific medications, particularly those that have been manufactured for the purpose of reducing pain. Large companies that manufacture these drugs have pushed back against these inquiries, but the news is out, and the public has found a new way to treat itself. CBD oil is growing in popularity by the day, and as laws...

January 26, 2020November 18, 2022

Paleo Brain Foods

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

One of the areas where we tend to struggle is focus. Many times we aren’t able to think as clearly as we should and we are not able to concentrate the way that we should. Sadly, for many of us we don’t even know that we have trouble with mental clarity because we are just so used to living a certain way. It’s like over time we have just learned to adapt to a lesser level of brain function. We say that we are experiencing things like forgetfulness or lack of sleep when in reality we are simply not feeding...

January 24, 2020November 18, 2022

All Natural Almond Butter

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by rochellein Side Dishes

A Vegan-Keto-Paleo Recipe Sometimes you just need a break from peanut butter. And with all the wonderful health benefits of the almighty almond, why not make all natural almond butter. I love making almond butter. I use it in my baking, or in sauces. It really adds so much flavor while being incredibly nutritious. Jump to Recipe 6 Health Benefits of Almonds They are high in monounsaturated fats, fiber, protein and various important nutrients. Almonds are high in antioxidants that can protect your cells from damage, a major contributor to aging and disease. (Especially if you leave the skin on...