The smell of mulled cider simmering on the stove, the scent of pine emanating from the tree and the clovey- citrus aroma of a fresh pomander are just a few of the scents that come to mind when I think of the holidays. Some studies show that scent may be our strongest scent: “Although we […]
Read More ›If you have children that are lactose intolerant (and if the kids are human, they are) or have Celiac disease, the need to be vigilant about not allowing dairy or gluten to pass their lips becomes significantly higher compared to kids who are Paleo because their parents simply want their diet to be healthier than […]
Read More ›In years past, I’ve devoted the entire month of December to a holiday tip of the day and I’m back at it again this season. From tips to how to handle attending the family gathering where no one understands your ‘crazy’ way of eating, ways to approach being social at the office holiday party without […]
Read More ›“How am I supposed to enjoy the holidays if I’m not eating sugar?”, one slightly disgruntled client asked me yesterday after reading my post suggesting that cutting out sugar, now, is the most important thing we can do to keep our eating, and health, on track during the festivities. Hold on a second. When did […]
Read More ›Cut the sugar. At once, cold turkey. I find that some clients prefer an approach during which they gradually taper off non-Paleo foods in order to eventually get to 100% Paleo and test it out for a full month. Others prefer to go completely Paleo immediately. I have seen both approaches work and […]
Read More ›Yes, I know that’s not until tomorrow, when December 1st descends upon us, but I’m getting a head start. In years past, I’ve done a daily holiday tip to help you stay on track with your Paleo eating, exercising and lifestyle in general. Stay tuned for more this year and feel free to send me […]
Read More ›Now that we’re in full swing of the holiday season 2013, “What’s the best sweetener?”, a commonly asked question all year long, becomes one I receive even more often, when blog readers and clients plan their festive gatherings and want to take a True Paleo approach. I hesitate in responding because part of my work […]
Read More ›Whether this is your first Thanksgiving you’re hosting in keeping with the Paleo lifestyle or your twentieth, sometimes we all need to take a quick step back and review the basics. Admittedly, I tend to get overwhelmed at times with all the details that go into hosting such a special dinner, and it’s easy to […]
Read More ›My family is now on board with Paleo after they’ve seen with their own eyes my dramatic weight loss! At first, it was tough going, as I had to fight temptation staring me in the face every time I opened the freezer and saw my husband’s Haagen-Dazs or my teen-aged kids chips in the pantry, […]
Read More ›Nell, I always have used a salt and sugar brine in years past for my turkey, but I no longer want to do that since I’m really enjoying how I feel on the Paleo diet. What do I do without salt for this festive dinner, though? I can’t imagine a no-salt turkey will cook properly, […]
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