Perspective

I've written about this topic before, but it's one worth revisiting from time to time. How many times have you seen someone who has far more difficult odds to contend with that you have, and then decided to keep that person in mind, always, to keep you perspective on things when you let the little […]

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Get Out The Grill

Here is just one of hundreds (thousands?) of grill ideas…  I used my meat tenderizer tool to pound out some free range chicken cutlets, then added some fresh lemon juice and some salt-free cajun spices.  The grill was ready to go (thanks to my husband; why is it that men always like to grill stuff? […]

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Oh, You Devil!

Here's a fun, light hearted take on deviled eggs; instead of using store bought (and vinegar-laden) mayo, use coconut oil instead in this old-time recipe. Hard boil some eggs, cut 'em in half and scoop out the yolks. Mash the yolks with some coconut oil and a pinch of salt (we endurance athletes need a […]

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Island Inspired Breakfast

I've mentioned one of my favorite breakfast places on the big island of Hawaii; the buffet @ The Fairmont Orchid.  That  may very well be the only place I've been able to enjoy sashimi and veg at 7 in the morning without people looking at me cross-eyed (not that I care at this point; I've […]

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Escarole

What's escarole?  A lovely, delicious leafy green veggie that you might encounter at an Italian grocery or restaurant or farmer's market High in vitamin A, iron and potassium, escarole is a great green to add to your arsenal of veggie dishes! Try it sauteed with shallots, garlic, olive oil and a dash of chili!  

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Eat Your Arugula!

Or Rocket, as my British hubbie calls it! This leafy green, while being slightly bitter, imparts a lovely flavor to a salad.  Balance it out with some berries ( I used strawberries last night at dinner) and some healthy fat from avocado.  Drizzle on some olive and or flaxseed oil and add a twist of […]

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COCONUT YOGURT RECIPE! Thanks to one of my readers…

One of my readers of the blog, Amy, has kindly shared and granted me her permission to use her coconut yogurt recipe.  Thanks to her, my personal coconut yogurt trails needn't continue! Here is what she had to say: "I make the coconut milk yogurt by blending approximately 3 cups of shredded coconut with about […]

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If It’s Gluten-Free, Is It Paleo?

Not necessarily.                       While still a better option that a wheat-based product, foods containing rice, corn or other gluten free grains are still grains, and therefore still contribute negatively towards making our bodies more acidic.   In addition, they also contain anti nutrients (lectins) which […]

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Keeping Paleo @ Starbucks On The Road

One last 'on the road' Paleo eating post from our trip home from Sonoma on the 5… Yes, it will require a bit of doctoring, but, in a pinch, you can make a snack from the following options at Starbucks: -Herbal Tea- my personal fave is their Rooibos (just PLAIN hot tea- NOT a tea […]

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