Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil2 pounds ground turkey2 cups chicken stock2 28oz cans tomato sauce1 large onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, chopped1 each of red, yellow and orange bell peppers, diced1 15oz can black beans 1 15 oz can kidney beans1 tbsp paprika2 tbsp chili powder (or more to taste)Himalayan crystal salt and freshly ground black pepper […]
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A few years ago we looked at some dangerous ingredients that show up in many food products. Since then, manufacturers seem to have directed us to the front of food packages to help guide us to healthier and more conscious eating. Though these “buzz words” are not always a guarantee of healthy food, they indicate
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Ingredients1½ cups old-fashioned oats (gluten free preferable)½ cup almond meal⅓ cup natural crunchy almond butter (heaping)¼ cup raw honey (preferably local)¼ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips Directions Line brownie pan (9’x9’ or 8’x8’ pan) with parchment paper for easy clean-up Combine five ingredients in a bowl Roll dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter
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As we know, sugar is one of the most addicting substances on the planet. Every year around this time I find my body craving sugar. Some theorize that when you’re craving sugar you’re actually lacking Vitamin C. And while the increased need for Vitamin C could be part of the problem, I think more of
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The New Year is a time that always makes me think,Especially when a new decade is just on the brink. It’s a time to commit and a time to reset,A time to get real about what we want to get. For the clearer we get on our dreams and desires,The more easily we can ignite
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The new decade that is nearly upon us has inspired me to look at the number “20.” It is amazing how many awesome workout motivators this number holds. Here’s hoping 2020 brings you the health, fitness and happiness you deserve. Fitness ideas inspired by the number “20”: 20 minute HIIT workouts (like this one) can
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NB cage free, organic, non-GMO ingredients always recommendedPreheat oven to 350 degrees Ingredients 2 eggs2 cups gluten free quick oats1 cup flaxseed meal½ cup olive oil½ cup unsweetened sunflower seed butter ½ cup maple syrup1 tsp cinnamon½ tsp guar gum½ tsp baking soda Directions With a fork, beat eggs in a mixing bowl Add sunbutter, olive
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A little over a year ago, I shared with you some upper body workday stretches. This time I would like to share lower body stretches that can combat some of the ailments that results from sitting too long. All of these can be done right in your office. VIEW HealthBit CXIII: Lower Body Stretches to
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Preheat oven to 400 degreesOrganic ingredients recommended Step 1: The Squash (can be done ahead of time) Cut two butternut squash lengthwise and remove seeds Bake for 1 hour Let cool Remove skin Set aside Step 2: The Soup Ingredients2 medium-large butternut squash (cooked as above) ½ cup chopped onion2 cups chicken bone broth or
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees Ingredients 2 cage free eggs1 cup almond meal1 cup gluten free oats½ cup organic pumpkin puree¼ cup coconut sugar¼ cup semisweet morsels1 tsp cinnamon1 tsp baking powder Directions Beat eggs in a mixing bowl Stir in pumpkin puree Add all dry ingredients and mix well Coat a 9” x 9”
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