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Who doesn’t have a chocolate craving occasionally? Luckily, there are healthy ways to indulge. These truffles are full of healthy fat, protein, fiber, and antioxidants. The key is to use unprocessed cacao powder that hasn’t been stripped of its natural nutritional...

Valentines Day usually means 3 things . . . overpriced cards, lots of chocolate, and an unusually decadent meal. I’m wondering though, if we are showering those we care about with affection, don’t we also want to keep them around for awhile. And the truth is that...

Meatballs are one of my favorite things to add to a weeknight menu, because they are so easy to meal prep. These meatballs could be mixed and baked on the weekend and then thrown into the sauce on a busy evening. This creamy – but still non dairy – sauce is comfort...

Have you ever experienced knee pain? The kind that slows you down in life, acts up when you walk up and down the stairs, hurts every time you bend down, aches when you sit, and just generally leaves you feeling frustrated? Does discomfort in your knees leave you...

Every week my son grabs the grocery store ads, finds a marker, and circles all the things that he wants to eat that week. Lots of fruits and veggies, but also chips and cookies that he knows I’m not likely to buy. Last week he circled all the shrimp. He’s only...

I love trail mix! Fortunately, over the years I have upgraded from M&Ms and peanuts to versions packed with protein, healthy fats, and natural sweeteners. Unfortunately, that’s hard to find in the store. Plus, the big problem I have with a bag of trail mix is...

Are your joints feeling stiff lately? Is it harder to get your muscles moving in the morning? Do your hips, knees, shoulders, or back ache more than usual? This time of year many people just like you pay us a visit. They are usually experiencing a worsening of...