Self-Care as a Sacred Practice
This Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie is actually more aptly titled Strawberry Shortcake Sneaky Shatavari Smoothie—but I didn't want to scare you off. ;) You don't HAVE to add the shatavari or other herbs (then it's just a tasty berry …
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Think cocoa is for winter only? Think again! Sure, it's most appealing to face into a steamy cup when it's frosty outside. But a rich, deep cocoa drink is so satisfying year round. And while in Arizona I do tend to switch from cocoa to …
Here is the recipe for my Spicy Mexican Black Bean and “Chorizo” soup, made for hungry people and immune systems that need a little boost! Lots of cayenne, jalapeño, chili powder and garlic. Also of course black beans, plus El Burrito …
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It's perfect for the holidays too. My best friend offered to bake me a cake for my birthday. But I'm picky about ingredients and especially about low-sugar and low-fat (and still delicious) baking. I'm also looser about straying from …
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REFLECTIONS ON THE NONSENSE OF "THIN"—AND THE JOYS OF TRUE WELL-BEING, FREEDOM, AND BEING AWAKE... I love and treasure my body, my self and my life. I am grateful and I am happy. I am aware, awake and alive. I am passionate about this. Not …
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What is '"Weight" Anyway? A Thoughtless Euphemism Prevents us Solving a Painful, Billion-Dollar Health Issue "Weight" and "fat" are not the same thing, whatsoever. They are almost universally used interchangeably, but they are not …
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