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The Secret Way You're Sabotaging Your Health

If you’re like most Americans (especially those of us living in hotter climates), your diet probably consists of cold and raw foods.  You probably have a big fruit smoothie for breakfast, a salad for lunch, snack on raw fruit and vegetables throughout the day, and then maybe a piece of fish or meat along with vegetables for dinner.  If this sounds similar to your diet, it’s my guess that you also suffer from poor digestion, abdominal bloating and gas (especially in the afternoon), and low energy. If this sounds familiar read on...

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The Perfect Fall Soup

When the weather cools off (or, gets below 100 degrees as it is in Phoenix), it's time to start thinking about fall soups! Soup is an excellent way to nourish and warm your body, keep your digestive system healthy, and boost your immunity.  There are so many amazing soup recipes - the options are endless. This one, for kabocha squash soup, is my favorite for several reasons...

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Bone Broth That's Better Than Botox

Bone broth is loaded with nutrients and has innumerable health benefits – from healthier, firmer skin to healthy bones. Bone broth contains collagen, amino acids, and micronutrients that work to give us great skin and hair (after all, skin is made of collagen!) Incorporating bone broth into your diet helps build connective tissue, which makes skin smoother and healthier (think less cellulite and fewer wrinkles). Want more information on this amazing superfood PLUS easy recipes for making your own, including a vegan no bone broth? More after the jump...

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I Tried THIS For My Acne, And It Changed My Life...

This photo above described me perfectly - I suffered from widespread acne, rosacea, simultaneous dryness and oiliness, AND I started to see fine lines and wrinkles developing on my face.  I would hide behind large amounts of makeup, often cancelled social plans because I was embarrassed of my skin, and my confidence was at an all-time low. I tried every cream, pill, and ointment and never found a permanent solution for my skin issues, until I tried THIS...

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