The Cardboard Phase

What the heck is that? It came back from one of the first times I was having a conversation with a client who had asked whether it was hard to keep true to my Paleo lifestyle and how I dealt with the ‘cravings for breads, pastas and cookies’ she assumed I must be having after […]

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When Wine is Not an Option

I’ve written before about how I enjoy a glass of Cab; not only is drinking wine something that people around the world have done for thousands of years for social and religious reasons, it also has health benefits, which we are all aware of. The only reason I partake is just to get that dose […]

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Another Way to Make Healthy Eating Fun

Kids love a contest.  So do many adults, for that matter. So what a great way to get them interested in healthy eating?   Aside from the health benefits they’ll glean, which, at age 10 might not be too exciting of a goal, why not make the prize a little more ‘pie in the sky’? […]

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Which Flour Is The Most Paleo?

Oh, dear.  How have we gotten to a place where we’re thinking that such a thing as Paleo Flour even exists? It doesn’t. Can we prepare a Paleo-derived ‘treat’ once in a while for a special occasion?  Of course!   Who wouldn’t enjoy a flour-less ‘cake’ on their anniversary made from raw cacao, coconut oil, banana, […]

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Sneaky Little Suspects

Eating clean Paleo and feeling great…mostly? That seemingly benign multi vitamin you take on a daily basis could be the culprit.. as could the vitamin E tablet or the green powder you stir into your water every morning.  All with the best of intentions, yet you could be sabotaging your Paleo efforts. How so? Because […]

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National Paleo Day? Even Better, National Paleo Month!

I just learned that yesterday was National Eat Your Veggies Day.   Alas, I also missed the huge holiday that happened on June 7th- National Donut Day.  I suppose there is a day for everything? How about National Go Paleo Day?  Even better, National Paleo Month? Can you imagine a scenario in which everyone made […]

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Food First, Pills Later

It happens time and time again.  A friend, or family member or blog reader shares their all too similar tale: They’ve gone to their doctor after not feeling great and have come home with a fist full of prescriptions.  The doctor hasn’t asked about what they eat, whether or not they engage in any physical […]

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Are Prunes Really Such a Great Source of Fiber?

I have fond recollections of spending weekends with my grandparents; my grandmother was never anything but kind to me and it was through her that I first found my love of cooking.  She seemed to be able to prepare a lovely meal out of the very basics without ever presenting anything less than fantastic.    […]

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