Women tend to joke on the subject of aging and what actually constitutes old age. While it’s completely fine to poke at the subject of getting older, you should never actually start believing that being 30, 40, or 50 years of age means you’re old. Quite the contrary, you’re stronger than ever before and now …
Stuck!!! Really?
Stuck!!! Really? By Janetta Jamerson, Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist You feel stuck. That’s valid. Your perception is your reality. There are likely significant environmental factors that are actually outside of your control that greatly impact your circumstances. However, I would bet hard earned money that you have the power to choose something that could change …
What Supplements are Good to Give Your Children?
We all want our kids to be healthy. We can feed them all the right foods, make sure they get plenty of exercise with their endless energy, and plenty of sleep so they can recharge and do it all again the next day. However, as they grow so quickly, they do not always get the …
Korean Lettuce Wraps
Korean Lettuce Wraps are a perfect addition to your table if you are having a Korean Culture Night at home. Children will enjoy wrapping tender bites of meat in a lettuce leaf bite by bite! Using leafy greens for a wrap means we are eating more healthy vegetables so that is a bonus in nutrition. …
Spring is the perfect time to reset your mind, body, emotions
Spring is almost here and there’s no better time to focus on your health. A cleanse or short detox can help you to do a spring reset or just stay on track with your health goals. A detox is simply a way to rid your body of toxins that have built up. Spring is the …
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14 Ketogenic Dinners by Popular Food Bloggers with Printable Grocery List
Top 14 Real Food ketogenic dinners w/ grocery list Every now and then life just gets a bit hectic and I need to have something already planned out for dinner. After a couple of months that were leaving me further behind in so many areas, I decided to come up with a list of my …
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Protocol for treating Lyme Disease and Mold Illness
I am not a medical expert. The information shared in this article about the protocol for treating Lyme Disease and Mold Illness that I used is based on my own experience and is not a substitute for medical care provided by a qualified and licensed health professional. The information I share is for general information …
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This one mistake can undermine all your healthy eating
We often talk about being mindful about eating, about sitting at the table for meals. Those are both vital parts of being a healthy eater. Taking the time to chew your food is a simple way to get the maximum amount of nutrition from the foods you eat. Chewing your food thoroughly stimulates your digestion …
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Living with depleted iron stores: personal update
The first iron deficiency related post explained how iron had caused me to have scary chest pain. Finding out that my heart was perfectly healthy was great. Then came my diagnosis of Lyme Disease and mold illness for which I began a protocol I’ll outline soon in a separate post. Because my body didn’t respond …
Blackberry Balsamic Glazed Boston Butt – an iron rich recipe
My Blackberry Balsamic Glazed Boston Butt is an iron rich recipe that is mouthwateringly delicious and incredibly nutritious. The entire family will love the tangy sweet and smoky flavor of this unique recipe. Don’t be put off by the use of molasses as that is where much of the flavor comes from. Not to mention that …
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Ketococoa: A drinkable chocolate dessert for the whole family
Maybe a decade ago Starbucks had a drink called Chantico, which tasted pretty much like a melted chocolate bar. Thankfully, it didn’t last because, although I don’t know what is in it, I’m sure it couldn’t have been healthy! I did see it being poured into a cup before it was heated and I never …
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How sleep, exercise and food affect your mental health
Have you ever wondered how what you eat affects what you think? Evidence reveals a definite connection between chronic diseases and mental health disorders. A certain number of conditions are related to genetics and others can be traced to environmental factors. Still, studies show lifestyle have an impact on risk factors. Some of these problems …
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Keto Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Soup – Low Carb with Options for Kids
My keto crockpot buffalo chicken soup is a super easy but utterly delicious recipe that can be adapted to meet the needs of everyone in the family. Make a huge pot of this and use the leftovers for healthy lunches in the days that follow. Pair it with a refreshing salad for a well-balanced meal …
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Pumpkin Tarts with Gingerbread Cookie Crust – Low Carb, Sugar Free, Gluten Free
What could be better at the holiday table than pumpkin tarts with gingerbread cookie crust that is also low carb, sugar free and gluten free?? Pumpkin Tarts with Gingerbread Cookie Crust Two of our favorites, gingerbread and pumpkin pie, come together in this low carb tart! So delicious you’ll never miss what isn’t there; the …
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The six supplements I consider my daily “must-haves”
Even though we eat organic, local, fresh foods, nutrient gaps can still occur in our diet. Age, health problems, and environment can also be a factor in nutrient deficiencies. Using supplements is a good way to fill in those gaps. One way I do monitor the nutrient levels in my daily diet is by using …
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How to know when depression is really vitamin d deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency could be the cause of some cases of childhood depression If you or someone in your family starts to feel sad or depressed with no explanation, one of the first things you might consider is testing Vitamin D levels. One of the easiest, but often overlooked, causes of depression is vitamin d …
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Here’s how easy it is to make your own nut milk at home
Making homemade nut milk doesn’t have to be time consuming. Including cleanup, I can make a batch of milk in less than ten minutes with pre-soaked nuts. *See demo video at the bottom of this post! When you are shopping for your nuts for nut milk, make sure that you are getting the freshest you …
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How to handle dietary restrictions and preferences at the Holiday Meal
If you are like many moms, you have one or more people in your family with dietary restrictions. Some may need to follow a gluten-free diet out of necessity, some may be lactose intolerant, and others may be restricting sweets and need a sugar-free alternative. Besides your own family members, you may have guests attending …
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