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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

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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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August 25, 2021October 19, 2023

Fibromyalgia Pain Management

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Fibromyalgia Disclosure ~ this post contains affiliate links. Living with Fibromyalgia makes for a very interesting life, to say the least. The daily pain can go from one extreme to the next, just in the blink of an eye. I will never understand how one day I can feel almost human, and then for a full week just hurt so bad I don’t want to get out of bed. It really is one of those conditions that makes a person start to second guess if they are losing their mind. Fibromyalgia symptoms include painful tender points, deep muscle pain, back...

August 24, 2021November 18, 2022

9 Delicious Keto-Friendly Snacks and Drinks

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by rochellein Drinks & Smoothies, Side Dishes

According to the Washington Post, about 45 million Americans go on a diet every year. In recent years, diets such as the ketogenic (keto), paleo, and vegan diets have become increasingly common. As these diets rise in popularity, countless bloggers, influences, and authors have come out with diet guides and creative recipes for anyone following these diets. So here are 9 Keto Snacks and drinks. The keto diet, which focuses on decreasing carb intake and increasing medium-chain triglyceride intake, has strict limitations. As a result, it’s not easy to maintain the diet while also having variety. To keep eating exciting...

August 23, 2021November 17, 2022

What are SEO keywords and how do they help?

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by rochellein Family Life

What are SEO keywords? SEO or Search Engine Optimization Keywords are phrases that act as anchors for your site once searched via a search engine. They are a few groups of words that people put within search engines like Google or Bing in order to search up relevant content. Keywords enable your audience to reach you through the search engines. Keywords are the most essential element of seo basics. One of the most important steps for search engine optimization is building on relevant keywords. They are the key to your search marketing campaigns because they serve as the foundation for...

August 13, 2021November 17, 2022

Back to School Tips

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by rochellein Family Life

Ask for Help 1. Know that it is okay to ask for help. Encourage your child to seek help from teachers and other school personnel, whether the problem is simple, such as the location of the nearest bathroom, or deeper, such as the need for extra help with school subjects or support. mental health. This is especially important for students starting at different schools, because simply navigating a new building can be scary. Encourage your child to seek help from teachers, school counselors and administrators. Set Goals 2. Set small, manageable goals. If your students are eager to re-immerse themselves...

August 10, 2021November 18, 2022

How to Sleep Better When You’re Stressed

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Your desire to sleep better is probably what brought you to this article. And, like many people today, you may be dealing with stress. Stress affects sleeping and the more severe the stress, the worse it can do that. Over the past few weeks we’ve been talking about a form of stress called Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s). More specifically, we’ve looked at ways you can use eating and exercise habits to strengthen you physically and emotionally against the effects of stressful experiences. Now, let’s take a look at the relationship between ACE’s and sleep. “I’m too Stressed to Sleep Better” Stress created...

August 4, 2021August 14, 2023

Things That You Need To Know About Physiotherapy

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Physiotherapists are the licensed people who can restore your mobility and they can provide some natural treatments to get rid from your chronic pain. There are many methods that they use to activate the dormant muscles ranging from physical rehabilitation, injury prevention, and fitness. Physiotherapists stimulate those muscles and lead the situation to self-recovery. What is a physiotherapist expert on? You can resort to physiotherapy if you have any sorts of injury, or chronic pain that affects your movement. You may be transferred to a physiotherapist even if you have a heart attack or stroke. Apart from that, after a...

July 22, 2021November 18, 2022

Why Whey Protein Is Good For You

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

The whey protein comprises eight proteins obtained from milk. These proteins include Lysozyme, Lactoperoxidase, Lactoferrin, Bovine serum albumin, Immunoglobulins, Alpha-lactalbumin, Glycomacropeptide, and Beta-lactoglobulin. While making cheese, manufacturers typically add some enzymes to milk to help curdle it. This helps in separating solid milk curds from liquid whey. By removing the solid curds, liquid whey protein will remain. The whey is then pasteurized to kill any bacteria before drying it to obtain whey protein powder. Whey Protein Types There are three main types of whey proteins: Hydrolysate Hydrolysate is a protein with peptides (long chains). It’s easy to digest because the...

July 22, 2021November 18, 2022

Kinesiology – What is it and how does it work?

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

What is Kinesiology? Kinesiology is the science of muscle movement. It is a widely acknowledged practice and includes a vast collection of different practices, some mainstream and some rather controversial. Main Fields of Kinesiology The main fields include Applied Kinesiology, Specialized Kinesiology and Educational Kinesiology. Kinesiology is often integrated into other forms of medical practice. When a practitioner uses applied kinesiology, he or she searches for muscle weakness in various parts of the body. The weakness can indicate a variety of underlying conditions. These conditions can not only cause the muscle weakness, but can be instrumental in a host of...

July 16, 2021November 18, 2022

Clean Food Pantry Staples

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by rochellein Health & Wellness

Clean Food Pantry Staples Here’s the secret to sticking to a clean diet – make sure you always have something in the house that makes it easy to fix meals and snacks. It’s easy to get tempted by fast food, takeout or even the convenience food section at the grocery store when you’re hungry with no easy to prepare food in the house. Here are some staples you should keep on hand for quick and easy clean meals. Pantry Items or Dry Goods Having things like rice, oats and corn meal or grits on hand helps whip up quick and...

July 13, 2021November 18, 2022

Homemade All Natural Chia Pudding

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by rochellein Side Dishes

I love this homemade all natural chia pudding recipe Not only down this breakfast look beautiful, it is also incredibly healthy and very easy to prepare. It literally just takes 5 minutes of prep! Jump To Recipe What is wonderful about homemade all natural chia pudding is its simplicity. It is incredibly easy to make. I like to make it in the evening so I can have a delicious and nutritious breakfast as soon as I get up in the morning. There are so many health benefits of chia seeds. High in protein, which helps to keep you full. When...

July 11, 2021June 10, 2022

Paleo Blueberry Muffins

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by rochellein Desserts

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 Recipe This Paleo Blueberry Muffin recipe is a sure crowd pleaser. When I make them they barely survive the day:) The Benefits of Almond Flour High in Vitamin E and magnesium. Which is great for skin health and lowering blood pressure. Its low glycemic...