Pumpkin is, by far, the most popular fall food. It’s like as soon as the first day of fall rolls around, everything becomes pumpkin-flavored. And, as a pumpkin lover, I am all about it.
But the all-encompassing love for pumpkin doesn’t mean we should forget about all of the other delicious fall and winter fruits out there. This is why I love this recipe so much. It not only features that popular orange fruit, but it pairs it alongside another one of my favorite fall finds – cranberries.
A popular winter berry, cranberries carry a powerful nutrient punch. The deep red color can be attributed to the high content of anthocyanins found in ...
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RXBAR Reviewed: Why We Love Them
Paleo Snack Bar Review - RXBAR
I don’t know about your local grocery store, but the snack bar aisle at mine has about a million different options. And while I appreciate having options just as much as the next person, it can also be way overwhelming.
Not only are there a million different flavors, textures, and types to choose from, but the last thing I want to do is read through the ingredients list of every single one that catches my eye.
But snack bars - even the ones that claim to be “health food” - can sneak some sketchy ingredients in there. Seriously, who wants to go through the ingredient labels playing detective ...
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Coconut Ice Cream Parfait
This coconut ice cream parfait recipe takes a bit of time, but I promise it’s worth it.
Coconut cream is rich and decadent, with the benefit of being dairy free. Because of this, it makes amazing ice cream, which when paired with fruit, is a healthy and delicious dessert you don’t have to feel guilty about.
Let’s talk about the amazing benefits of coconut for a minute. This recipe features both coconut milk and coconut oil for a double dose of coconut goodness.
Coconut is rich in medium chain triglycerides. This is a type of fat that is readily absorbed and used as energy by the body. In fact, 60% of the fatty acids contained in ...
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What is Head Cheese? Everything You Need to Know
Everything You Need to Know about Head Cheese
What is head cheese? Head cheese might just be the most misleading name for a food ever. Let me go ahead and tell you that there is no cheese involved. The “head” part of the name rings true, though - the use of that term comes from the fact that a whole pig’s head is used to make this stuff.
What Is Head Cheese?
Traditionally, head cheese is a cold cut that comes from the meat of a pig’s (or sometimes a calf’s) head. Nowadays, when pig’s heads aren’t so easy to come by, pig’s feet are commonly used. This part of the pig houses collagen from the skin, joints, and tendons which lends to ...
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Roasted Fall Vegetables
After a summer of raw vegetable salads, you need a little heat in your life. Roasting vegetables gives them new life, and when combined with crunchy pecans and tart cranberries, the results are life changing.
Fall vegetables are especially delicious. When roasted in the oven, they get crunchy, sweet, and their contrasting flavors perfectly complement each other. Topping these nutrient-powerhouses off with a couple tablespoons of thyme really takes the recipe up a notch.
Thyme has long been a staple in traditional medicine practices. The powerful herb has been shown to be supportive of immune and respiratory systems. It’s especially ...
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Phytic Acid: Everything You Need To Know
Everything You Need to Know About Phytic Acid
If you’ve followed the Paleo diet for long, you’ve probably heard the term “anti-nutrients” used before. Phytic acid, along with lectin and gluten, is considered one of these anti-nutrients.
What Is Phytic Acid?
Phytic acid can be found in grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. It is basically how these different
plants store the mineral phosphorus. The phosphorus is stored in the seed of the plant. Sometimes, the phytic acid can bind to a mineral inside the seed. When this happens, the phytic acid becomes a phytate. You may hear these words used interchangeably.
Plants use phytic acid as a form ...
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Strawberry Orange Sorbet
This guilt-free sorbet is one that you’re going to want to make again and again. With only fruit and honey, there’s no reason to limit yourself.
And what’s better, there’s no ice cream maker or waiting time involved! Just throw everything in a blender and whip it until smooth. Perfect for a hot day, an after dinner treat, or a snack when you’re battling that sweet tooth, this sorbet will satisfy your cravings without throwing you into a sugar coma.
Because this dessert is made from all real ingredients, you’re getting a ton of vitamins and minerals as well. Strawberries and oranges are both loaded down with vitamin C, folate, and ...
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Keto Brownie Review
UPG Reviews: Keto Brownie
If you’ve been to your local grocery store lately, you may have noticed just how many protein bars or healthy snacks are available to purchase. Not only can the sheer number of options be overwhelming, but it can also be hard to know which ones are worth your money.
Our series of product reviews here on UPG helps you wade through all the noise.
We were recently able to get our hands on a few samples of a new product - KetoBrownie.
What is Keto Brownie?
Keto Brownie was created by Nick who, like any successful entrepreneur, noticed that a product he wanted wasn’t available to him. When he realized there ...
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Greek Chicken and Veggie Skewers
This recipe is one that will please many palates at your next summer barbecue. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can spend less time grilling and more time soaking up the sun with your guests.
A note about homemade marinades - many people are intimidated to make their own marinades, and would rather opt for a store bought version. If I have learned one thing while following the Paleo diet, though, it’s that making your own is so much better.
Not only is the taste improved, but you control the quality of every single ingredient that goes into it. When you make your own, you dictate the quality of the oil, the amount and ...
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5 Tips for Better Sleep
You eat real foods. You’ve cut out refined sugars, you move in ways that feel good to your body every day, and you don’t go anywhere without your water bottle.
You’re killing the wellness game.
But if you’re not sleeping well, chances are it’s holding you back from feeling your absolute best.
I don’t think I need to say it, but I’ll go ahead just in case - sleep is important. Vital, actually. If you’re anything like me, though, it can be a challenge to unplug before bed. It’s just too easy to scroll through Instagram creeping on all of your favorite food bloggers.
Unfortunately, though, that sleep that you’re missing out on ...
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