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5 Side Walk Chalk Exercises to Get You and the Kids Moving
A pack of sidewalk chalk and the blank “canvas” of a driveway can be amazing fun for kids. As a mom, I love that they are using their creativity, imagination, getting fresh air, and sometimes even collaborating nicely with one another. Instead of just drawing some...
Friday Foodspiration: Chinese Orange Meatballs
Orange chicken is a Chinese take out favorite, but it often leaves a heavy feeling that drags you down for the rest of the day. This recipe is a perfect substitution that is energizing instead as it is high in protein. It may seem like a lot of ingredients and...
The Surprising Connection Between Arthritis & Fatigue and 8 Tips to Get Your Energy Back
When it comes to arthritis, sore knees and stiff hips may be the first thing that comes to mind. However, there are invisible symptoms that can be just as troubling. Up to 75% of patients say they experience fatigue and other sleep issues. This is especially true...
Friday Foodspiration: Blueberry Butter-less Biscuits
Some of my fondest food memories are baking in my Great Aunt Joyce’s kitchen. Her specialties were biscuits, pies, and berry cobbler. The best part was picking fresh berries and sneaking bites of dough! I’ve found a way to combine my love for berries and biscuits...
Read This Before Adding a Supplement for Joint Health
The movements of everyday life can cause wear and tear of the joints resulting in weakness, inflammation, and pain. If you are experiencing joint pain or are active and just want to keep your joints strong and prevent injury, taking the best supplements can help....
Friday Foodspiration: Almond Joy Cookie Bars
I am a big fan of bar cookies. It cuts down on time (all that scooping) and dishes (using multiple baking sheets). I also find bars are more forgiving in gluten and dairy free baking. These bars are a combo of leftover ingredients in the fridge – coconut, sliced...
7 Ways to Make Your New Home Office Healthier and More Productive
Many people have suddenly found themselves working remotely, doing their part to flatten the curve and reduce the impact of COVID-19 on our healthcare system. This new work environment might seem like a good thing – work in pj pants and lunch on the couch – but it...
Friday Foodspiration: Zucchini “No Corn” Bread
Last week when I made chili I wanted something bready and a little bit sweet to go along with it. With corn on my list of inflammatory foods, I couldn’t go with the traditional cornbread. There are many other reasons that people quit the cornbread . . . . maybe...
Is it Rheumatoid or Osteo Arthritis? And the 5 Solutions They Have in Common
Over 20 million people visit their physician’s office each year with complaints from arthritis – and that number is growing. By 2040, it’s estimated that 78 million Americans will have doctor-diagnosed arthritis. When we use this term “arthritis” we are most often...
Friday Foodspiration: Beanless Bison Chili
To add beans or not to add beans that is the question. Well, at least the question when it comes to the great chili debate. For me, beans are bothersome digestive wise so they are usually left out of recipes at our house. I know many people avoid them too when...