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Are protein shakes really a good solution to meal replacement?They range in ingredients and types of protein….but are they really that good for you?Protein shakes and powders are everywhere. They are touted of late as a “health food” and for a fast meal replacement for adding protein to your diet. Originally designed for athletes, they have become a common item on grocery store shelves, at and at Costco, or any of the big box stores. There is a p… Read more

Make a resolution to stick to your New Year’s resolutionDive into some tips and tricks to ensure your goal for the New Year is attainable and a success. *I love the start of a New Year. It’s the opportunity to recognize the things we want to change in our lives and feel like we can actually do something about it. It’s our desire to find a solution to something not right in our world. It’s our opportunity to resolve to change ourselves for the bet… Read more

Do you know your cooking oils?Kitchen oils are plentiful and knowing how and when to use them can be confusing… here are a few tips.1* When you scan the cooking oil shelf in the grocery store, there are many varieties. Do you have a favorite? Cooking oils are not all used the same way. Some are best at different temperatures, have different shelf lives, and have different nutritional values. Although they all have many similarities, there are ma… Read more

‘Twas the day after Christmas and all through the house,Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse,Not even a mother or sister or brotherBecause they were tired from this and the otherLast-minute shopping and staying up lateParties and toasting and putting on weightWhile stress levels rose and patience was thinLove and joy of the season quickly set inNow that its done, comes a sigh of reliefThe holidays are over, even though briefMay 2022 brin… Read more