It has been a dozen years since my MS diagnosis. Where did that time go…I ask. I have done lots of research and have changed a good many things in my lifestyle, all with health in mind. These past 12 years have brought a lot of unplanned physical changes to me which affects my sweetie […]
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Vitamin D – so important!
The sunshine vitamin……Vitamin D is more like a hormone in your body. For me, living with Multiple Sclerosis, vitamin D is at the top of my list of supplements to take daily. I have to take the supplement each day as I cannot sit in the sun like I use to be able to. MS […]
Celery
Celery is a veggie that doesn’t stand out in the average households vegetable intake. Celery shows up on a veggie and dip tray but where else do we see celery in our day to day food life. I tend to only reach for the celery when I’m making tuna or salmon salad for sandwiches. It’s […]
Sweet Potatoes
I’m revisiting a topic I have written about in the past. Why? Because I love sweet potatoes and they love us! They deserve to be given added attention because they provide us with such good nutrition. Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins and minerals our bodies require. They are also a very good source of […]
Tea is so good!
I’m going to start this post off by saying that I use to drink about 6 cups of green tea a day. Now I’ve fallen back into the organic coffee habit but I still try to incorporate herbal and green tea into my day somewhere…somehow. Tea…many different kinds….so good for us….so healing….so stimulating….metabolism booster…digestive aid…anti-inflammatory…the […]
Lemon & Honey Water
You are already drinking lemon water because you know it’s good for you, refreshing and calorie free. How about adding another element of nutrition and flavor to that hydrating elixir……HONEY! We know lemon is high in vitamin C and other vitamins and minerals. We know honey is antibacterial, antifungal and good for digestion among other […]
Raisins
Do you get your recommended amount of fruit per day….that being 2 cups per day? If you answered no to this question then why not start adding raisins to your weekly rotation of fruits. Raisins are fruit…..they are dried grapes. Raisins are seedless grapes that are put on paper trays and allowed to dry in […]
Mangoes
These luscious fruits are native of India and Southeast Asia. It is called “the king of fruit” in some parts of the world because of it’s amazing nutritional value. These juicy, fleshy fruits are a bit higher in sugar than most fruits but when included in your diet in moderation they provide a whole host […]
Autumn Beef Bourguignon Paleo Style
Fall is here. No denying that fact. With this time of year comes rainy grey days and the feeling of “hibernation”. Comfort food is the thing we crave as the days get shorter and the temperatures start to drop. It’s sweater weather and crockpot season. Here is a yummy and easy to make recipe for […]
TIME FOR A NUTRITION REBOOT!
Yes…that’s right. I need a nutrition reboot! I’ve been letting down my nutrition guard and allowing a few things to return to my diet that I would not think of touching a few years ago. This morning I vowed to myself that I would get back on track. What better way to “seal the deal” […]
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My name is Marcia--a HEALTH and WELLNESS junkie. I have been on this ever changing journey to VIBRANT HEALTH for several years now . . . continue reading
