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Supercharge Your Immunity
Each day our bodies face attack from germs, stress, and allergies which can lead to an overworked or compromised immune system. Triple...
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Dec 19, 20241 min read


Chicken Pozole Soup
This soup is hearty, healthy, loaded with fresh goodness and full of exciting flavors. 1 ½ Tbsp olive oil ½ cup diced yellow or white...
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Dec 19, 20241 min read


Refresh Recharge Reset
Shaklee has developed The Five Day Reset to help you reset both your body and your routine. Emphasizing balanced nutrition, this...
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Dec 19, 20241 min read


Bulgur Bread
This has become one of my most requested recipes. The original recipe was developed in the summer of 1982 when I was working at Okoboji...
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Dec 18, 20242 min read


Say Goodbye to Holiday Stress
This time of year, the stresses of life multiply. Baking cookies for the church caroling party, sending in the field trip form so your...
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Dec 3, 20241 min read


Spiced Pomegranate Spritzer
Besides tasting wonderful and being super healthy for you, this recipe will make your house smell amazing! Ingredients: 2 cups whole...
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Nov 22, 20241 min read


Good Gut Health - Why Does it Matter?
Your gut is an incredibly complex part of your body with a thriving microbiome that includes trillions of bacteria. Balancing your gut...
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Nov 22, 20242 min read


5 Ways to be a Great Gift Giver
Holiday shopping and gift-giving are hallmarks of the season for many of us. But that’s not to say the tradition doesn’t come without its...
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Nov 22, 20242 min read


Make Ahead Roast Turkey 101
When you're expecting a large crowd for the holidays, one of the best gifts you can give yourself is the gift of simplicity. We like to...
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Nov 15, 20242 min read


8 Hacks to Boost Your Winter Hydration
Most people tend to think about the importance of hydration during hot weather and summer months. It’s easy to remember to drink water...
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Oct 31, 20243 min read


Cucumber Avocado Shrimp Bites
Ingredients: 1 English cucumber, sliced 2 avocados ½ tsp each salt + pepper Juice of ½ lemon 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tbsp...
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Oct 29, 20241 min read


Greek Salad Skewers
Ingredients: Toothpicks or skewers Pitted olives Cucumbers, diced Cherry tomatoes, halved 1 block feta cheese, cubed Fresh basil leaves ...
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Oct 29, 20241 min read


Caesar Salad Bites
Ingredients: 1 pack romaine or butter lettuce, rinsed and dried ½ lb cherry tomatoes, sliced in halves Mini cucumbers, sliced Sourdough...
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Oct 29, 20241 min read


Salted Caramel Protein Pancakes
These pancakes are light, fluffy, and packed with salted caramel goodness. Perfect for a weekend breakfast or post-workout meal....
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Oct 28, 20241 min read


Smart Strategies for Stable Blood Sugar
Dr. Mary Clare Haver has dedicated her medical practice to helping people with metabolism changes as they age. This article is based on...
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Oct 22, 20244 min read


Omegas are Outstanding
When it comes to healthy foods omegas are in a category all their own. They protect our bodies in many important ways. Omega-3 fatty...
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Sep 27, 20241 min read


A Healthy Twist on Twix
Sometimes people are little skeptical of "healthy" versions of favorite treats. I recommend these and hope your family will love them...
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Sep 27, 20241 min read


Living Well at Any Age
This year I have read several books on healthy aging. As I glean great content from each of them, here are 10 ideas that keep showing up...
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Sep 27, 20245 min read


Nothing To Sneeze At
Fall weather may bring beautiful colors, but for some people it also brings the discomfort of allergies caused by ragweed pollen, dust in...
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Sep 3, 20241 min read


Weight Loss Doesn't Need to Equal Muscle Loss
Have you caught yourself singing Oh Oh Oh Ozempic...... or humming the tune "This is Me" playing in the background of the Wegovy...
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Aug 30, 20242 min read
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