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7 Supplements to Boost Energy

7 Supplements to Boost Energy

If you are eating a healthy diet and getting moderate exercise, yet still feel like you need a nap mid-day, then you may benefit from a supplement boost. Chronic Fatigue affects  women four times more often than men, according to the Centers for Disease Control…

Does Your Veggie Platter Have the Flu?

Does Your Veggie Platter Have the Flu?

Vegetable platters are beautiful, healthy and easy to prepare. However, it isn’t the tasty, creamy dip full of fat and calories that is feared at social gatherings. Nope, I’m talking about something much more insidious – the flu, or worse!

Packaged Dinner Kit Services – Are They Worth It?

Packaged Dinner Kit Services – Are They Worth It?

I have several friends who subscribe to dinner kit delivery services that offer pre-measured ingredients with recipe instruction. The meals are relatively easy to prepare. Often some of the time consuming items are already premade, such as dough and ramen noodles. However, chefs-to-be still need to prep vegetables. This means peeling, slicing and dicing.  Everything is essentially pan saute’ or assemble and pop into an oven and bake. It’s easy enough to put these premeasured dinners together, but the burning question of course – is it worth it? 

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Cooking with Avocado Oil

Cooking with Avocado Oil

I recently received some samples of avocado oil and decided it was time to play with it in the kitchen. Avocados are typically pricey, so as a cooking oil, my concern is always health first, but secondly – can I afford it?

Heart Healthy Valentine’s Day Dinner Party

Heart Healthy Valentine’s Day Dinner Party

I love Valentine’s Day! It’s not only a day to celebrate my cherished relationship with my husband, but it’s also a ‘month’ whereby I celebrate my great friends. Here’s a super easy dinner to prepare for friends to say ‘thank you’, and best of all…

Do Natural Beauty Products Work?

Do Natural Beauty Products Work?

I love the thought of using natural based beauty products that are also cruetly-free, but do they work?  I’ve taken the following products for a spin to see if they really work. I’ve also broken down beauty ingredient basics as to which ingredients to look for an why.

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New Year, New You, But Without Trying Very Hard

New Year, New You, But Without Trying Very Hard

I’m all about resolutions and self-improvement, but when January rolls around, life starts to feel like a chore. This year, I’ve taken the whole resolution thing off my plate, but have added natural products and easy ideas to help improve my life, but without major…

Easy Caramelized Onion Tart: A Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer

Easy Caramelized Onion Tart: A Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer

This savory caramelized onion tart is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for potlucks and parties. It’s made with a simple flour crust (or use your favorite store-bought gluten-free crust) filled with sweet and caramelized onions. Feel free to add feta cheese for an extra flavor boost,…

Host a Holiday Cookie Exchange (& Tasting!)

Host a Holiday Cookie Exchange (& Tasting!)

The holidays are all about spending time with friends and family and enjoying special treats. One of my most favorite holiday traditions is having a Cookie Exchange Party.

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2016 San Diego Bay Food & Wine Grand Tasting Highlights

2016 San Diego Bay Food & Wine Grand Tasting Highlights

This year’s San Diego Bay Food & Wine Grand Tasting did not disappoint. Not only did we have our stellar San Diego weather, but the event was loaded with quality wine and restaurant offerings. Here are some of the highlights from the event and a…

Things that I NEED while Traveling so I don’t go CRAZY

Things that I NEED while Traveling so I don’t go CRAZY

This morning I was looking through my emails and saw that many retailers are already having Black Friday sales. What? It’s only November 2nd! With that sentiment however, I was reminded that the Holiday season is almost upon us. With sales and shopping and cooking,…

Hosting Thanksgiving: A Survival Guide for the Perfect Feast

Hosting Thanksgiving: A Survival Guide for the Perfect Feast

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and feasting. But hosting this holiday can be a daunting task. Here are some tips to help you navigate the planning, cooking, and entertaining, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable Thanksgiving:

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