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starting a business in new hope, pa
baking with your child
healthy granola
jogging with baby
clean eating
lower blood pressure
plant based diet
paleo blueberry muffins
vegan blueberry crisp
vegan beans
pita bread
almond ricotta
oats chia
bbq sauce
weight loss

Starting a Business in New Hope, PA
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…

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

Health Benefits of Granola
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…

7 Tips to Get Back in Shape After a Baby
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…

Clean Eating Made Easy
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…

Lower your Blood Pressure
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….

9 Tips for Starting a Plant Based Diet
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…

Paleo Blueberry Muffins
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…

Vegan Blueberry Crisp
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…

Vegan Boston Baked Beans
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…

Whole Wheat Pita Bread
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….

Whipped Almond Vegan Ricotta
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…

Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds
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…

The Best BBQ Sauce
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…

Weight Loss Strategies with Mindful Eating
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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Washing Dishes Will Never Be The Same Again

Washing Dishes Disclosure ~ This is a sponsored post on behalf of @BOSCHHOMEUS and @BestBuy #ad #boschdishwasher, #boschcrystaldry, #boschkitchen, #mynewboschdishwasher I found a new product from Best Buy that’s perfect for anyone who enjoys entertaining guests, cooking for their large family or simply loves advancements in technology for your kitchen. Today’s feature includes the Bosch AutoAir™ Bosch 500 Series dishwasher from Best Buy. I don’t know about you but sometimes some dishes simply do not fit into my dishwasher. There are other times where I feel the dishes don’t get dry fast enough, which means I neglect the whole “taking care of dishes”...

What Does a Pilates Class Entail?

If you decide to go for a mat Pilates class – or one that is done on the Reformer or Cadillac – you can get the same fabulous benefits of this type of exercise. An investigation in 2016 found that a total of eight weeks of Pilates classes helped to improve the following: Endurance of abdominal muscles,  Flexibility of joints in the body, in addition to  Balance.  What Should you Bring to a Pilates Class Pilates studios usually present you with any equipment for the workout. This means that you won’t need to bring much with you to a class....

8 Ways to Cope With the Stress of Divorce

Disclosure ~ This is a sponsored post.    As a family law attorney, I can tell you I’ve seen it all. While it is difficult no matter what for anyone to go through a divorce, I’ve witnessed some people coping with it much more successfully than others. I’m writing this article to share with you what my clients have taught me about dealing with the stress of divorce. 1. The Emotional Rollercoaster – Accept it. It is completely normal to feel sad, angry, exhausted, frustrated, confused—and these feelings can be intense or you may just feel numb at times. Of...

Struggling For Fitness Motivation? I Hear You. Here’s How We Can Get It Back

The world of fitness is a rewarding one when things start to go well for you. You’ll start to become a much healthier person in both your mind and physically. We don’t exactly know why we were put on this earth, but we know that it helps to be physically adept and of a sound mind. Simply waking up one day and decided to turn into a healthier human being can really change your life in so many ways. When we’re in the mood to do something, it’s very, very easy to just up and do it. The motivation doesn’t...

Is Invisalign Replacing Traditional Braces?

Invisalign VS Braces For many years now the prospect of crooked teeth has brought a frown to children and their parents. That was because those teeth needed correction and correction meant braces. Braces meant that there was going to be a lot of time and effort involved in straightening those teeth. And then there would be the consideration of cost. In more than one case, parents haven’t been able to get braces for their kids because they simply couldn’t afford them. Those days may have come to an end now that Invisalign is seeing more widespread usage across the world,...

How to Find a Medical Aesthetician for Body Contouring or Skin Rejuvenation

How to Find a Medical Aesthetician Not all medical aesthetic equipment is created the same. In a similar sense, not every medical aesthetician has the same skills. When you’re looking for sake, non-invasive medical aesthetic treatments, you want to find a medical aesthetician you can trust to provide body contouring, skin rejuvenation, and other treatments. Whether you’re looking to slim up a bit or you’re looking to take care of some acne, it can be a time-consuming process finding a medical aesthetician that suits all of your personal needs and requirements. Here are a few steps to help you find...

5 Ways to Relieve and Treat Arthritis

  Arthritis Pain Arthritis affects more than 30 million adults in the United States. Common symptoms of the condition include pain, swelling, and stiffness of the joints, with the most commonly affected areas being in the hands, knees, and hips. Although arthritis can be caused by overuse of the joints, it can be genetic too. Although you cannot eliminate your chances of getting arthritis completely, there are things you can do to reduce the risk. Here are five ways to relieve and treat arthritis. Regular Physical Activity Keeping active and incorporating regular physical exercise into your routine can not only...

Black Seed Oil for a Natural Home Remedy

Black Seed Oil for a Natural Home Remedy Disclosure – This post contains affiliate links.   ” Hold on to the use of the black seed for it has a remedy for every disease except death.” – Holy Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w) said. Yes, death is the ultimatum.  No one can win over death. But before this ultimate conclusion, we all are trying to live our life smoothly and healthily. Everyone has his/her approach to this way of healthy living. Black seed oil is one of such reliable approach.  What is Black Seed Oil Nigella Sativa or black seed is an...

How To Improve Your Posture At Your Desk

If you spend most of your working day at a desk, you’ll know that it can do terrible things to your posture. Whether you finish work with a bad back from a bad desk chair, aching shoulders from sitting hunched over your keyboard, or you have wrist strain from the angle of your mouse, you can do real damage to your body if you don’t protect your posture as you work.  Invest in a desk chair that supports you properly. It should be the right height for you to put flat on the floor, while still being able to look...

Bacon Wrapped Pineapple Bites

  Bacon Wrapped Sweet and Sour Pineapple Bites Disclosure – This post may contain affiliate links. Fall is getting closer and way up here in the northern part of Minnesota I can sure smell it in the air in the early mornings. How I love that smell in the air, even though I know that after fall comes winter which I so do not like. Around here, fall means football and football means game day snacking. I am always looking for fun things to make for the afternoon football feed frenzy. Most of the time it’s just hubby and me,...

Stunning Effect of Black Seed Oil for Gynecological Diseases

Effect of Black cumin seed oil  to Reset Gynecological Diseases Disclosure – This post contains affiliate links. Nowadays, women have to do different types of jobs for life standardization and security. Their daily workouts are tight. This hectic lifestyle makes them more critical. The side effects of globalization, modernization and liberalization infect their reproductive systems. Black cumin seed oil is naturally an alternative therapy to enable women to have smooth sexual health. The Black cumin seed oil improves their reproduction method reducing complicated infections in sexual organs. Take Black cumin seed oil to control vaginal itchiness and bad odor. The...

5 Reasons Why You Should Change Your Unhealthy Eating Habits

  Who doesn’t love sweets and treats from time to time? Even if you don’t have the biggest sweet tooth, it’s tempting to give in to processed foods and other easy luxuries that can take a toll on your health. If you’ve ever learned anything about nutrition, you’re probably already familiar with unhealthy eating habits. You know they’re bad and that you should make healthy choices when possible.  But how bad are bad choices really? What are the real reasons you should change your unhealthy eating habits for good? In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at 5 reasons...