Mornings can be sloooow going. Well, until the kids turn on ALL the lights before your eyes have a chance to adjust, crank up the music and dance on top of you as you lie in bed hoping for 15 minutes of silence before easing into the day. There’s one ritual, however, that gets me…
Category: Eat
A Simple, Tasty Soup with Zoodles of Health Benefits
Coronavirus changed our world overnight and it’s also changing the way I cook. Fortunately for this plant-based eater, the produce section at the grocery store is bountiful. I’ve shifted from time intensive one-off dinners to simpler meals that provide leftovers for days or are freezer friendly. As a result, curries and soups are becoming a…
Is This the Answer to Anti-aging and Longevity?
Fasting is something that I have dabbled with over the years, albeit not very seriously. That’s because I get hangry and really unpleasant to be around. It seems there’s a new study or story every day that promotes fasting and its many health benefits. There are a myriad of ways to go about it… from…
Mixin’ It Up On The Trail
Ice hiking is new to me and I’m hooked. Armed with micro spikes that seemingly provide superpowers and defy the steep, slippery terrain, I set out for a weekend of adventure (and some relaxation) some of nature’s most impressive creations: The ice caves at Rifle Falls Mountain Park and Hanging Lake near Glenwood Springs. But…
Broccoli Rabe Pizza + White Garlic “Cream” Sauce
Attempting to eliminate grains from my diet has been easier than I imagined, however my soft spot for pizza remains. (I’m dabbling with creating the perfect grain-free crust so pizza will land on my menu more often.) There’s nothing better than a tasty pizza loaded with veggies that leaves me feeling satisfied, energetic and ready…