Interestingly, the original 10,000 steps goal was not based on scientific research but was a marketing tool for a pedometer sold in Japan in the 1960s. So yes, it started as a fad but fast forward and there are hundreds of important studies citing numerous benefits of adding steps to […]
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“It shouldn’t be so hard,” a client said recently when we were discussing her habits and how much trouble she was having staying on track with her more nourishing choices. I responded with what I often explain to clients who get frustrated on their wellness journey: “It’s hard because we’re […]
It’s frustrating. You’re doing everything “right” and you can’t lose that “extra” weight. You eat healthy foods, you exercise, you avoid sugar as much as possible, you don’t eat bread or pasta most of the time. You tried intermittent fasting and other programs. And you have lost some weight before, […]
Looking for new ways to add veggies to your diet? This is one of the most simple (and ancient) food processing there is, and the benefits are huge. All you need is veggies, a jar, water, and salt and you’ve got a great addition to your nourishment. Fermented vegetables are […]
If you are in a rut or simply have gotten into some sort of pattern that you want to get out of – we share 5 steps to getting unstuck. It happens. You are not alone. AND You can create a new rhythm starting today. Step #1 – Collect Data […]
by Debbie Peterson “I’m on day six of my cleanse,” the woman said to her friend sitting next to her at the chiropractic office waiting room. She was probably in her 60’s, graying hair, comfortable clothing. “Oh, how is it going?” The friend, probably around the same age, turned to […]
Do you struggle to find a good quality gluten free bread? And one that doesn’t break-the bank? On a cold day here in December, I turned to one of my favorite cookbooks Whole Food Cooking Every Day by Amy Chaplin. Every single recipe has been a home run. This Buckwheat […]
Need the perfect hostess gift or want a sweet and savory and spicy appetizer to share – this Nuts Mole recipe delivers! What we like best about this recipe: you can customize it. Want less sweet? leave it out Can’t take the heat? skip it Don’t have a particular nut? […]
The pumpkins and winter squash are overflowing at the grocery store and more varieties seem to be popping up these days. These I bought at Trader Joe’s and I wish I had written down the name of the pumpkin…Anyone know!? The little ones are called Honeynut. On these crisp fall […]
Want something creamy and delicious, with some extra protein and fat? Need something instead of dairy? Here we share a basic cashew cream that livens up many dishes. Do let us know how you use it. soak 1 cup of raw cashews in water for 2 hours drain the cashews […]
How to welcome in the new season At the equinox, we are at a gateway to a new season. Change is all around us and in us – in our schedules, in how Nature is shifting, and in how we imagine things can be different – better. We both really […]
There are 100 ways to make pesto. At the end of summer, you never want to see those herbs go to the compost bin so pesto to the rescue. Here we have one of our favorites from our cookbook nourish – a community supported cookbook. Walnut Pesto created by Margo […]