Tag: vegan
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Noodles or noodles? Do you really know what you are purchasing?
My mother and I agree that a good cook can make something out of nothing. Translated, you look in the fridge or even better think about what simple ingredients might be in the pantry and fridge and come up with a new recipe that has great taste and flavor. Contrast that with a commercial product…
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Blogpost: Everyone needs an adventure
It just occurred to me that the marketing world thinks that when you turn 50 all activity must revolve around food. Let us make life easy. Gather at a restaurant with friends. Go on a cruise and have food at your fingertips for five days straight! Are you in good condition for your next adventure?…
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Podcast Episode 168: Hints to get More
We all want more but at what cost. There are a lot of attachments to more. With more SAD food comes more disease. However, with a more plant based diet comes more health. They go together and cannot be separated. If you drive on the wrong side of the road there is a good chance…
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Blogpost: Comfort Foods
What is comfort food? Google says it is food that provides consolation or a feeling of wellbeing. It often has a high sugar content and is associated with home cooking. Comfort foods are usually made with simple ingredient and often high in carbohydrates. Southern living lists Mac and Cheese, fried chicken, creamy mushroom grits, biscuits,…
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Podcast Episode 165- Preventing colon cancer
Welcome and thank you for listening. Maybe I should have titled todays episode, How to get colon cancer? The American Cancer Society has been watching people over the past 10 years develop colon cancer at increasing rates in their 40s. The incidence is up 50% over the last 10 years. They now suggest we begin…
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Are Kale chips equivalent to Kale salad?
The word “Kale” is not the problem. It is more that “Chips” bring to mind a better image for most than “Salad”. Chips mean snack and eat what you want. Salad is associated with health food and no body wants that. Yet we are all trying to get healthy. We want health, but we…
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Podcast Episode 162-The Incredible Shrinking Bearded Man
Welcome and thank you for listening. Today I am honored to have Jeff Koettel on the show. Jeff has struggled with his weight most of his life trying numerous fad diets and hitting a maximum weight of 500 pounds. Today, Jeff attributes adopting a simple plant based nutrition plan to his ability to maintain his…
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Podcast: Sarasota VegFest Recap with Addie Dulaney Majnaric RDN
Welcome and thank you for listening. Today I am joined by Addie Dulaney Majnaric RDN to discuss our participation and experience at the Sarasota Vegefest. It was there first ever Vegefest and the organizers did a fantastic job. The turnout was marvelous as was the venders and variety of speakers. I would encourage everyone on…
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Podcast: Episode 160-with Margaux Khoury-Healthy Deodorant with a Conscious
Welcome and thank you for listening. Today I interviewed Margo Khoury of The Best Deodorant in the World. She describes business as socially conscious. When most people choose to live a plant-based lifestyle, they have a desire to be the healthiest that they can be. Certainly, what we put in our mouths can…
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Podcast-Mendocino 50K Report
Welcome and thank you for listening. I am an 50K Ultra finisher!. If you have not visited Mendocino, California and would like a vegan destination vacation this is the place. The Standford Inn is a great in that it is entirely vegan and pet friendly. Dog companions are even welcome to join you for dinner.…