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Oscar Party Treats (Paleo Banana Bread Muffins)

February 18, 2016

If you’re anything like me, you love to host parties, but always seem to be short on time when it comes time to prep for them. It never fails — time always seems to creep up on me! That’s why I’m always looking for simple ways to create festive themed events. In particular, I was looking for a festive way to create some Oscar Party treats. The following decorations caught my eye, and also provided the perfect opportunity to utilize my Paleo Banana Bread recipe. (Note: this post contains affiliate links. To learn more about what that means, click here.)… Read More

Chocolate Dipped Strawberries (Paleo and Vegan)

February 10, 2016

***This recipe was originally published in February 2015 but I wanted to share it again, just in time for Valentine’s Day. These chocolate dipped strawberries are an easy-to-make and relatively-healthy sweet treat, and so much more affordable than pre-made commercial options!*** If you haven’t already noticed, commercially prepared chocolate dipped strawberries are usually ridiculously expensive. But then again, they are also ridiculously delicious. What’s a girl (or guy) to do? I decided: rather than spend a small fortune for just a few bites, why not try making my own? And I couldn’t believe it: they were so easy to… Read More

Choosing a Healthy Chocolate Brand

February 6, 2016

Okay, let’s just get the obvious out the way (because I know what you may be thinking): chocolate and sugar are technically not Paleo. But in the primal-living-world, most of us like to have somewhat healthier options when we do want to indulge a little (it’s part of that Paleo “gray area”). So whether I’m baking Paleo treats or looking to enjoy a special holiday (like Valentine’s Day!), using a healthy (or healthier) chocolate brand is always of importance to me. It’s also important for me to find healthy chocolate brands that offer sustainable and ethical choices. We all know… Read More

Why I’m Loving Oregano Oil

January 29, 2016

(The following is my personal experience with oregano oil and should not replace professional medical advice. Please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting any supplement.) Last year, I was sick with upper respiratory infections (i.e. head colds) at least 5 times. Because my post-prednisone immune system is still trying to get back on track, this usually translates to being hit with viruses that leave me laid up for 2-3 weeks at a time. That’s way too much unnecessary downtime. Although I do my best to get all my immune-fighting strength through nutrition, sometimes it’s just not enough (the fact… Read More

10 Healthy Game Day Recipes

January 23, 2016

It’s that time of year when we start thinking out planning our Game Day/Super Bowl parties. But whether I’m planning the party or simply attending it, I always get anxiety about what I’ll be able to eat versus what I’ll have to pass up due to my food intolerances. These Game Day recipes, however, give me hope that it’s more than possible to incorporate some healthy versions of traditional party foods. For those of us with food intolerances (or other food preferences), it means we’ll have some options and won’t be stuck just sitting on the sidelines (now, that’s… Read More

Luscious Lips (The Natural Way)

January 15, 2016

Winter weather often means dry lips, so it’s that time of year when our lips need a little extra TLC. I’ve tried to slowly replace my conventional cosmetics with healthier versions (it feels good to toss the toxic stuff!), and lip care has been no exception. Lip products, in fact, are particularly important because they not only absorb into the skin like other cosmetics, but can also be easily ingested. These are a few of my favorite natural lip care products right now: (Note: this post contains affiliate links. To learn more about what that means, click here.) 100%… Read More

Promise Yourself (in 2016)

January 8, 2016

On the heels of my last post about letting go of fear, judgment, and self-doubt, I couldn’t help but think about something I found in my dad’s paperwork several years ago. We often joke that my dad was a “collector” of many things (which is a nice way of saying he was a pack rat), and that mostly meant going through tons of boxes and paperwork after he passed away. But the positive side to this was coming across the little “treasures” and trinkets that were left behind: photos, yearbooks, notes, and journals. One of my favorite finds was… Read More

Dreams of a Sixth Grader

December 30, 2015

In the 6th grade, I wrote a paper about the country of Venezuela for a class assignment. When the graded papers were returned to us, I eagerly flipped to see my grade (yes, these things excited me), and I was rather surprised. It wasn’t just because of the grade (I thankfully got an “A”), but because of the remark that my teacher, Miss Martens, made next to it. “You are a talented writer!” she wrote. And guess what? I instantly believed her. Those five simple words would have quite an impact on me moving forward and would shape my… Read More

15 Paleo Christmas Cookie Recipes

December 19, 2015

Before going Paleo, I adored baking cookies every holiday season. From thumbprints to pecan sandies to classic chocolate chip, it was always great fun to create an assortment from which to choose. When I had to cut out grains and refined sugar, I thought I’d never enjoy another Christmas cookie again; that is, until I discovered all the amazing Paleo recipes out there. I’m still trying to perfect my pecan sandies recipe (to be revealed at a later time), but for now, here are some gorgeous and mouth-watering Paleo Christmas cookie recipes to bring you cheer: 1. Peppermint Marshmallow… Read More

How to Make a Gift Bow

December 8, 2015

When I was a kid, there was nothing more thrilling than pulling off the ribbon from a neatly wrapped gift box and enthusiastically tearing off the wrapping paper to reveal the surprise underneath it. The floor on Christmas morning was not filled with tissue paper or gift bags, but instead wads of wrapping paper and strands of ribbon as far as the eye could see. Whether it was the anticipation or the added drama, there was something about having to get through that ribbon and paper that made the act of unwrapping the gift almost as exciting as the gift… Read More