Beef

I am a foodie and only eat the best beef. Tonight I made the most mouth watering New York Stip steak from Riverbend Ranch with my salad. They also have the best seasonings. I was so hungry that I ate half of it until I decided to share a pic.

The best thing I love, is the convenience of how it comes shipped directly to my house on dry ice. So, no worries about it coming fresh. I am never disappointed!

✅️ 100% Clean

✅️ Grassfed

✅️ No hormones EVER!

Looking for a safer toothpaste?

Since today is Dentists’ Day, lets talk about getting a Naturally Healthy Smile

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Natural Ingredients for a Naturally Healthy Smile

When it comes to controlling oral bacteria, this Tooth Polish brings together a unique combination of ingredients to prevent plaque, tartar, and gum disease for a lifetime of healthy smiles.

  • T40-C3® MELALEUCA OILThe purest form of this essential oil harvested from only the Melaleuca alternifolia tree, this precious extract helps control oral bacteria and freshens breath.
  • PAPAINA potent natural enzyme extracted from the mountain papaya, papain breaks away stains on the tooth’s surface for whiter teeth without damaging tooth enamel and compromising oral health.
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If you’d like to know more about the benefits of the Wellness company’s all-natural oral care products, contact me. I am so glad I switched

BEEF: A Nutritional Powerhouse

For a while now, we’ve been told to limit red meat, but that’s a very narrow and uneducated view. There’s a lot of mixed information out there. Beef is actually……

  • Protein rich and low carb
  • Nutrient dense and loaded with key vitamins and minerals
  • Contains all 9 essential amino acids the body needs
  • A good source of glutathione, a powerful antioxidant

Several well known physicians, including Dr. Mark Hyman and Dr. Ken D Berry, embrace a diet rich in beef, especially in the fight against cancer. Holistic therapists are often promoting a more Keto lifestyle as part of the healing protocol with cancer, and here’s why:

Protein is essential and while you can get protein from other sources, high quality beef is the most nutrient-dense source. Quality beef is loaded with vitamins and minerals. In fact, beef is the best natural source of vitamin B12. Beef is a good source of vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6, and K—as well as essential minerals, including zinc, selenium, phosphorus, iron, copper, potassium, and magnesium.

The key is to avoid any antibiotics and hormones. Insist on pasture-raised and grass-fed. We choose only USDA Prime beef that is raised here in the US from a source that I know and trust. So while I believe in eating lots of great fruits and veggies, chicken and grilled fish—I eat high quality beef a few times a week. It works for me1

Gluten Free Challenges

If you must (or choose) to go gluten-free, one of the challenges is getting enough dietary fiber. 
Why is that, you may wonder.

You see, on a typical diet, your doctor might tell you to eat more healthy whole grains, like wheat bran, whole wheat bread and cereals to increase your fiber intake. That can be a problem for those with celiac disease who are on a gluten-free diet since many gluten-free foods are low in fiber.

The good news is that there are plenty of gluten-free alternatives to whole wheat that are still high in fiber.

There are two types of dietary fibers – soluble and insoluble.
Soluble fiber soaks up water as it passes through your system, which helps bulk up your stool and guard against diarrhea. Examples of foods with soluble fiber include:

  • Legumes (beans, peas, lentils, chickpeas, soybeans)
  • Fruits (apples, pears, oranges, prunes)
  • Vegetables (carrots, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, eggplant)
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Ground flax seeds and chia seeds

Insoluble fiber helps prevent constipation. Examples of foods with soluble fiber include:

  • Quinoa
  • Buckwheat
  • Millet
  • Wild and brown rice
  • Nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
  • Fruits (strawberries, papayas, mangoes)
  • Vegetables (cucumber, asparagus, okra)

When consuming a diet rich in fiber, it is important to drink water to prevent constipation. Consuming about eight (8-ounce) glasses per day is recommended for adults.

To go gluten-free or not: That is the question!

Actually, it’s not that simple.

There are benefits of going gluten free, true. For those with celiac disease, it’s a priority! If you don’t have celiac disease, there are several things to consider before going gluten-free:

  • Lack of fiber. Most Americans already miss the mark on fiber. Women require 28 grams of fiber/day, men need 35 grams. The average American gets less than 15 grams a day. That means you will need to think about taking a fiber supplement.
  • Increased risk of Type II Diabetes. Research showed that when participants ate gluten, they were less likely to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The study showed that the more gluten in the diet, the lower the risk of diabetes. Fiber, vitamins and nutrients found in healthy foods containing gluten proved to be beneficial to the overall health of the participants.
  • Weight Gain. Many gluten-free baked items like muffins, cookies or brownies are higher in calories and sugar than their ‘normal’ gluten-containing counterparts. That’s because the items still need to taste good and offer similar texture, but one one item is removed another is there to take it’s place and it can be in the form of a higher sugar or fat content. Because people are tricked into thinking they’re making a ‘healthier’ decision when they choose a gluten-free diet, they often don’t take the time to check labels and nutrition facts. This can lead to weight gain and mote unhealthy choices.
  • Lack of essential vitamins and nutrients. Switching to a gluten-free diet by choice means you also need to be mindful of what you eat. This makes it more difficult to maintain a balanced diet, which may lead to completely unnecessary added stress in the grocery store aisles for limited benefits. Reseach shows that people on a gluten-free diet have increased levels of heavy metals in their blood and urine – possibly due to the increased consumption of rice in gluten-free foods.

Making the choice of going gluten-free is not an easy one. Based on the way that gluten works, it’s an all or nothing decision. If you think going gluten-free is for you, please do your research.

Things Magnesium can do for you

Magnesium is a key factor in helping your body run smoothly.
It may:

  • Boost exercise performance
  • Combat depression
  • Support healthy blood sugars
  • Promote heart health
  • Lower inflammation
  • Prevent migraines
  • Improve PMS
  • Promote bone health
  • Support better sleep

FUN FACT: More than half of the magnesium in our body is stored in bones, and the remaining in various tissues throughout the body!

Frankincense Oil 

Do you use Frankincense Oil?

Frankincense Oi is one of my health strategies. I often either diffuse it or combine it with a carrier oil, like Almond or Coconut, and apply directly to aching joints.

Frankincense comes from the Boswellia tree, which produces specific compounds that have been found to have strong anti-inflammatory, and potentially anti-cancer effects. (Boswellia is an ingredient in my joint collagen supplement I take). But there are other benefits to Frankincense such as it…

  1. Helps reduce stress and negative emotions
  2. Helps boost the immune system and prevent illness
  3. Helps fight cancer and deal with chemo side effects
  4. Acts as an astringent and kill bacteria and germs
  5. Protects skin against the signs of aging
  6. Improves memory
  7. Eases digestion
  8. Balances hormones
  9. Acts as a sleep aid
  10. Improves inflammation and pain

You can add it to your bath, your cleaning products, your skin care…it’s truly amazing because of its versatility. This is why it’s in my Top Five Essential Oils!

The power of broccoli

Broccoli is one of those foods you must always have in your grocery basket! 
I know I do. I often eat broccoli and in various forms, steamed, roasted, raw, in soups, stews and salads.
It’s been a staple in my kitchen for years.

Why do I believe broccoli is an essential part of my diet? Well,

  • It has strong anti-cancer properties. Studies have shown that is reduces the number and size of breast cancer cells.
  • One study shows that it helps to eliminate prostate cancer cells and reduce tumors by half.
  • It contains a high amount of fiber and antioxidants which work together to reduce inflammation and help with digestion and elimination. That, in itself, helps to prevent cancer from growing.

To me, this is THE most important vegetable we can eat. Plus, we have so many options on how to prepare it: In soups, stir fry’s, raw, steamed, etc. I truly believe everyone should make it a regular diet item throughout the week!

My favorite online shopping club

When you shop on Tuesday, your package is scheduled to arrive on Monday, but it shows up three days later, on Friday morning before a hurricane hits. Just in time delivery or what some of my fellow shoppers would call a shopping club win.

I used to think that I had to choose between buying inexpensive toxic household and personal care products over those more expensive, safe, non-toxic products. That is until I found this amazing shopping club 20 years ago where I can have both…safe, non-toxic products AND affordability!

I was never more grateful for my online shopping club than I was during those Covid lockdown years! With the Covid lockdowns, empty shelves due to supply-chain issues and now these crazy inflation costs are even affecting big box stores like Costco, Target and Walmart. This shopping club just didn’t have those issues (although they did limit the number of hand sanitizers you could buy at one time). There were also no supply-chain issues. All thru the lock downs, I still got my monthly shopping order delivered right to my door on time.

All of the products and packaging are made in the US and that makes a huge difference. I also save money every month because of the just in time manufacturing and deliver.

Not only am I a non-toxic purchaser, I am a bargainshopper! I like a deal and I like saving. I can’t add up the thousands of dollars I have saved by shopping at my shopping club for my monthly household and personal care necessities over shopping at Walmart!

Cheers to 19 years since ditching the bleach and all the other toxic products I used to buy, beating inflation and putting my family first and never looking back.

I am a life-time happy shopper.

Sweet Cream & Willow

I love this Affinia Antiperspirant & Deodorant! I know I stay dry and smell fresh all day long!

This unique antiperspirant and deodorant comes in two scents: Sweet Cream & Willow and Vanilla Musk & Jasmine. I used the Sweet Cream & Willow. I find it neutralizes odors and absorbs moisture for up to 48 hours, leaving my underarms hydrated yet clean and dry.

Raise your hands if you want to try it!