Wine, Chocolate, and other Delicious Heart Healthy Foods To Prevent Heart Disease
It shouldn’t be a challenge to find heart-healthy foods to nourish our bodies. We know we should eat more fruits and vegetables for just about every type of healthy diet, but it can feel difficult to make the right choices. We hope to clear away the confusion by first identifying what to avoid and why…
Continue ReadingHeart Disease in Women: It’s More Common than You Think
You might be surprised to learn that more women than men have died from cardiovascular disease in the United States since 1984. In fact, cardiovascular disease (heart disease and stroke) is responsible for one in three female deaths each year. People tend to underestimate the degree to which heart disease affects women; heart disease in women is…
Continue ReadingHow Bone Broth Became Celebrity Trainer Drew Manning’s New Addiction
Drew Manning is kind of a legend in fitness circles. A celebrity trainer, New York Times bestselling author and host of an A&E hit TV show, Manning is the creator of the Fit2Fat2Fit brand—a movement that he started after purposefully putting on over 70 pounds, then losing it all within a year. The feat was impressive for anybody,…
Continue ReadingTomato Basil Soup
Nothing says home like a warm bowl of creamy tomato soup on a cold winter day. This delicious staple satisfies your adult taste buds, while giving you a dose of childhood nostalgia all-in-one. Instead of canned tomatoes and dried basil, our recipe uses ripe Roma tomatoes, grass-fed heavy cream, and fresh herbs. (Looking for more…
Continue ReadingCreamy Tomato Soup with Coconut and Curry
Coconut milk, bone broth, and a hint of turmeric-tinted curry make this creamy tomato soup a wholesome, dairy-free version of the classic that’s sure to become one of your new favorite homemade tomato soup recipes. In addition to the benefits of turmeric and bone broth, this tomato soup recipe calls for more vegetables, including red…
Continue ReadingAn Introduction to Miso: Health Benefits and Uses
When you think of miso, you may be reminded of the last time you indulged in a bento box and a few California rolls. But miso is far more than just a pre-sushi soup appetizer. Although this superfood isn’t as commonly used in Western cooking as it is in China or Japan, miso paste has…
Continue ReadingHow Kathleen Discovered the Power of Bone Broth to Heal
Kathleen Brown was never one to exercise. She never really thought about what she ate either. Then one day something clicked. The mother of eight and grandmother of two was in her late 40s, 40 pounds overweight and experiencing some joint pain when she realized that she was setting a bad example. She wanted to…
Continue ReadingPaleo Butternut Squash Soup
Butternut squash soup is a rich, creamy comfort food that’s often loaded with milk or heavy cream and butter. Our version of this tasty treat uses full-fat coconut milk and ghee instead, giving you the same rich experience without the lactose that may bother those with gut issues. While ghee (or clarified butter) is still…
Continue ReadingPregnancy Diet: The Ultimate Guide for What to Eat and Not Eat while Pregnant
A pregnancy diet is important because pregnancy can be a confusing time when it comes to knowing what to eat and what not to eat. Your body is changing, and you need to support those changes with the right foods. Your growing baby needs different nutrients during different stages of pregnancy. Plus, cravings, morning sickness, and stress…
Continue ReadingChicken Soup with Peas and Brown Rice
Tender bits of shredded chicken cooked in coconut oil and bone broth are the highlight of this tasty chicken soup recipe. Sweet leeks, green peas, and chives make this a perfect spring soup recipe that’s light yet hearty. The addition of brown rice adds a twist to this classic chicken noodle soup. It can be…
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