The holiday season is typically associated with an increase in sugar consumption from desserts, alcohol, and sweetened side dishes. The problem is that sugar is nothing but empty calories, the calories that only make you gain weight and don’t provide you with any benefits because they don’t contain any nutrients. Cutting out sugar can be […]
continue reading12 Fall Diffuser Blends You’ll Love
Fall is officially here and the holidays are upon us. This time of year I gravitate toward warm, comforting, and/or spicy aromas like cinnamon, frankincense, cassia, citruses, and firs. While I used to pull out my fall candles full of of toxic, synthetic fragrances, I now create non-toxic diffuser blends with essential oils that smell […]
continue readingRoasted Vegetable Salad with Horseradish Dressing
This roasted vegetable salad with horseradish dressing is one of my favorite dishes to serve at parties because it’s easy to make in large quantities and everyone loves it! It’s inspired by the Autumn Ingredient Salad from True Food Kitchen if you’ve been there. This year, I made it for my birthday party and thanksgiving. […]
continue readingHealthy Holiday Gift Ideas
The holidays are intended to be a time of love, joy, and happiness – a pleasant time spent with family and friends. However, the holidays can be stressful and frustrating when trying to find the perfect gift for friends and loved ones. While Christmas isn’t all about presents, one of the ways we express love […]
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