We all know what coconut milk is, but what about kefir? You’ve probably heard this word come up once or twice if you’ve joined the health food community. But have you heard of “coconut milk” and “kefir” together?
If you’re like plenty of other people, trying strange-sounding new products may terrify you. But what if I told you that this probiotic drink had great benefits for your gut health? Gut health is something a lot of people struggle with due to dietary choices and other factors, including stress.
So, what exactly is kefir and how do you make it using coconut milk? What benefits will it give your body? We’re going to ...
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Steak Burrito Bowls
MOVE OVER, CHIPOTLE! These steak burrito bowls will have you excited to skip your usual Chipotle run and dive into these at home instead.
Burrito bowls are in my regular dinner rotation weekly. They're so easy and a sneaky way to get in a lot of vegetables relatively easily. You can load the bowls down with whatever you're feeling that day - peppers, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, jalapenos, cauliflower, etc.
With lots of spices and steak (opt for grass-fed if you can), this bowl doesn't lack flavor. You're going to cook the steak, peppers, and onions in the oven while the cauliflower rice steams in the microwave. It comes together ...
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Safer Skincare: 3 Beauty Products You Should Swap
Safer beauty products are having a moment. And rightfully so. As a society, I think we are coming around to the idea that it’s important what we put *in* our body - but it’s also just as important for what we put *on* our body. Our skin is the largest organ we have. When you think of it in that light, it totally makes sense that we should be really careful about what we slather on it.
The whole world of safer skincare can be overwhelming though. Where do you start? What do you look for? How do you do it without breaking the bank? Let’s be honest...quality products are *not* cheap.
I suggest taking baby steps. You don’t have to go ...
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Roasted Tomato and Tuna Zoodles
This is a perfect example of a summertime meal. It's light, it's fresh, it's full of seasonal flavor. This roasted tomato and tuna zoodle recipe will have you basking in all that amazing summertime deliciousness.
If you're a pasta lover, zoodles are the way to go. You can get that pasta fix without all of the carbs. And luckily for you - we've got a bunch of zoodle recipes on the blog. Shrimp basil zoodles, zoodles and cauliflower garlic cream sauce, and Instant Pot pork and noodles just to name a few.
How do you even make zoodles? - you may be asking yourself. Great question! There are, of course, a few ways. But our favorite ...
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What Are “Man Boobs?”
Going braless isn’t easy. If you have larger breasts, you know that running, jumping rope or going horseback riding is out of the question without a bra. Even some men can agree.
Yep. Men also have breasts. Man boobs, or “gynaecomastia” occurs when a man’s breast tissue develops like it does for women and it is actually more common than most people think according to Mayo Clinic.
The cause of man boobs in a male is a hormone imbalance, when the ratio of estrogen to testosterone is more like that of women. For those who have “man boobs” and want to know more about it, keep on reading because we’re here for some extra support.
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Cinnamon Honey Paleo Granola
Your granola days aren't over! In fact, they might just be getting started with this cinnamon honey paleo granola.
This recipe has my mouth watering just thinking of it. The traditional granolas most people think of are definitely not considered paleo with additions such as oats and sugar.
This one eliminates both of those things - using nuts such as pecans, walnuts, almonds, sesame seeds, coconut oil, and honey. The cinnamon is a deliciously spicy complement to all of these things.
How this works - you're going to mix all of your "dry" ingredients (minus the raisins) in a big bowl. Give it a good toss to make sure everything ...
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Our Favorite Summer Vegetables
Summertime, and the livin’s easy…(aaaand the veggies are the best.)
Ok, so maybe Sublime didn’t sing about the veggies. That’s my little remix. But seriously, summer vegetables are the best. Am I right or am I right?
There’s just something amazing about the warm weather, the long days, and abundance of fresh produce that makes me so happy. Living in the Pacific Northwest, I’m fortunate to have access to more summer farmers markets than I even know what to do with. And beyond that, there are markets that even run year-round. A total luxury.
Access to locally grown, fresh produce is relatively easy. And I definitely don’t take that ...
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Savory Keto Breakfast Muffins
Muffins are a classic breakfast food. But once you go keto, you may be afraid that muffins are off the table (and, unfortunately, out of your mouth.) Traditional, sugar-laden muffins may be, yes, but not these savory ones we've got for you today.
There's no rule that says that muffins HAVE to be sweet. Yes, a fresh, warm blueberry muffin is a wonderful thing, but there are many different ways to spice up the delicious muffin.
(Need a great recipe for a paleo version of blueberry muffins? We've got you.)
But even those paleo blueberry muffins aren't exactly keto-friendly. So we wanted to give all of our keto friends an option for a ...
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How The Keto Diet Could Benefit Navy SEALs
It’s no secret that the ketogenic diet is a trendy diet right now. It’s probably right up there with the celery juice fad that you see all over Instagram. If you haven’t taken the dive into keto, I bet you know at least one person who has...and if not, you’ve at least heard of the diet yourself.
Keto Diet Explained
The popularity of the diet is at an all-time high. And I have to assume that’s in part to the massive number of stories you can find online from people who have successfully reached their goals living a keto lifestyle.
The goal of the ketogenic diet is to switch the body’s main fuel source from carbohydrates ...
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Slow Cooker Taco Soup
Ok, I know, I know - it's not quite soup season. But that doesn't stop me from craving a big bowl every now and then. And when that craving hits, this slow cooker taco soup hits the spot.
This soup is all about that keto life - so it's high fat, low carb, and got a flair of dairy. Obviously, not paleo. But if you can do dairy, this soup is for you.
The creaminess of this soup comes from the cream cheese. Add in ground beef, garlic, onion, fire-roasted tomatoes, and taco seasoning - the flavor combo is just heavenly.
Arguably, the beset part of this recipe is that there is minimal work involved - thanks to the slow cooker. All you ...
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