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Author: lauralaire

November 2, 2013
Food

Boost it up! 8 Natural Immune System Boosters

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It’s right around the corner and if you have children in preschool and kindergarten like I do, you know germ season is brutal, if you don’t have a strong immune system. Don’t wait to feel that little tickle in your throat or bit of congestion, because at that time, it’s too late! The flu symptoms start showing 3-4 days after you’ve been exposed to the virus.

The flu can be avoided naturally by strengthening your immune system with 8 easy steps!

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by lauralaire
October 29, 2013
Food

What do you do with your leftover pumpkins?

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When carving jack-o-lanterns, be sure to save the seeds since they are packed with Omega 3 fatty acids that build strong immunity, and enhance your skin and hair’s natural beauty.  They are a good source of protein which helps to stabilize blood sugar levels should you have overindulged in Halloween candy.  They also help with weight loss if you really overdid it this season.  High in the amino acid tryptophan, which converts into sleep-inducing melatonin, snack on pumpkin seeds to ensure you enjoy a great night’s sleep after all the Halloween festivities are over. Read on to learn how easy it is to make your own toasted pumpkin seeds. 

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by lauralaire
October 23, 2013
Food

Recipe| Roasted Veggie Root Mix

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As promised, here is the recipe for my Roasted Vegetable Root Mix. This one came from having an over abundance of root veggies that I needed to do something with, so feel free to modify all ingredients to match your tastes and what you have in the kitchen. Nothing here needs to be exact.  This dish is so healthy and vibrant…. even my two year old loves it!

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by lauralaire
October 21, 2013
Food

Farmers Market Haul

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Every Saturday I go to my local farmers market to peruse the local organic produce from my favorite farmers who grow fresh, without pesticides and herbicides. (And who are down right fun to get to know.)  A few days ago, I posted about the benefits of fall foods, so check out my finds and see what I picked up!

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by lauralaire