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What Should I eat?

What Should I eat?

The idea of “eating to live” requires some guidelines.  This is what helped bring a few “aha” moments in my LIFE.

A Day For Change

A Day For Change

Have you ever had a day where you just felt the need to do something different?  You know that feeling where you’re ready to break free from your normal habits and routines, or the things that everyone else says you should do that just don’t work for you? Today was...

Eco-Friendly Detergent That Really Works!

Eco-Friendly Detergent That Really Works!

If you’re like me, you do your best to find chemical free, non-toxic household products.  That means reading a lot of labels and trying out a lot of different products, often, without success. When I cannot find a product I like I typically search for a homemade...

You Don’t Have To Settle

You Don’t Have To Settle

Last week my calendar included attending several networking events. I enjoy connecting with people at these events and getting to know them on a more personal level. It’s also a great way for me to figure out what health conditions others are dealing with. I find it...

What Weighs On Your Mind?

What Weighs On Your Mind?

 All of us have something that repeatedly goes through our mind – a message or a question that is constantly replaying over and over in our head…it won’t stop. You know what I’m talking about, right? For me the question was frightening.  It’s still almost embarrassing...

A Country Mile

A Country Mile

  Mornings are my favorite, and there’s nothing better than a morning that begins with a walk. Today just happens to be a little bit special!  My walk is in the roots of my hometown in WI, where all of my childhood memories are. This is a nice distraction from my...

Change Your Toothpaste To Reduce Toxins

Change Your Toothpaste To Reduce Toxins

Toxins are bombarding us from everywhere.   You might be surprised to know that most branded personal care products are loaded with toxins and unhealthy chemicals – from makeup to toothpaste, laundry detergent and soaps.  I have decided to decrease exposure wherever I...

Understanding the Importance of Food Sensitivities

Understanding the Importance of Food Sensitivities

Everyone has heard of food 'allergies' but not many people have heard of, or understand the significance of, food 'sensitivities'. While this may sound less serious, food sensitivities can cause severe damage if not addressed. Simply put, a food 'sensitivity' is a...

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