By now, most people are aware of the toll stress can take on their mental health, but did you ever wonder how chronic stress affects physical health? The links to depression and anxiety are uncanny. The emotional exhaustion is felt. The angst it causes is real. The effect chronic stress has on physical health… Continue reading How Chronic Stress Can Affect Physical Health
Picadillo. So many versions exist. Every country makes it differently, but at its core it is a dish of ground beef, tomatoes or tomato sauce and raisins. The Mexican version includes potatoes and can be served inside tacos, on tostadas, or as a filing for gorditas. It is a versatile dish that is quick to… Continue reading Mexican-Style Picadillo
I was raised to believe everything had to be perfect. Less than was undesirable. If I did not get 100% on a test, then I had nothing to brag about. There was no victory in mediocracy, no fanfare in good enough. That mentality continued for years. Disappointment was the norm if a goal was not… Continue reading Embrace an Imperfect Life
It’s hot chocolate weather. There is something comforting about a sweet, thick chocolatey mug of goodness. It's like a melted candy bar in cup. Hot chocolate feels like dessert in a glass to me, which is probably why I tend to drink it slowly after meals savoring every sip. This hot chocolate recipe takes the… Continue reading Almond Hot Chocolate
There is a lot of discussion around detox. Yes, our bodies detoxify naturally- that’s how harmful additives are removed from the body. Several organs including the kidneys, liver, and colon; and the lymphatic system work to flush out toxins throughout the day. However, as diligently as the body works to keep everything in tip top… Continue reading Healing Detox Soup
“When thinking about life, remember this: no amount of guilt can change the future” -Unknown It consumes us. Washes over us. Guilt has a way of affecting us – well for most of us anyway. You feel like you did something wrong. Perhaps you feel terrible about it. You may even feel like you are… Continue reading Four Ways to Overcome Guilt
I created this out of necessity. I normally do lettuce-wrapped burgers, but they can get messy. I mean burger juice running down your arm, pile of soggy napkins littered on the table, sauce on the cheek messy. So I improvised and turned it into a salad -- fries and all. And. I. Haven’t. Looked. Back.… Continue reading Bacon Burger Salad
Cauliflower. What can it not do? It purees magically, it rices beautifully, it steaks nicely. So many reasons to love this cruciferous vegetable. Although it is popular as a substitute, it also works well in its more natural state. You can never go wrong serving cauliflower as a side dish. One way to show this… Continue reading Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon Tahini Sauce
It can be challenging to keep moving when the weather is cold and rainy. Let’s just say it is not very inviting. Add to that the craziness that accompanies this time of year: the invites, the gifts to buy, holiday after holiday after holiday -- and physical activity becomes a thing pushed to the side. … Continue reading 3 Ways to Exercise in Bad Weather
Socializing food free seems so outrageous for most, but I have people I work with talk about the dread that comes with the holiday season and cozy, winter months. “So much food.” “So many desserts.” “Food everywhere!” And it is true. Special once-a-year items are found just about anywhere, and due to their seasonality, people… Continue reading The Quest for Food-Free Socializing
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