Last night was the first night of Passover and we decided to host our first full Passover seder. Over the past few years, we’ve been very fortunate in that we found a temple not too far from our home with a community that has welcomed us so warmly. The traditions of the temple are very…
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Have you ever had one of those evenings when you look in your refrigerator awaiting dinner inspiration and all you see are a bunch of things that don’t seem like they should go together? There is a solution for that! It’s called stir fry. You have a protein? Check! You have some tasty, fresh vegetables?Check!…
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Happy New Year! In 2018, we’re going to make an impact and help fund a cure for Diabetes – let’s Do Good, Eat Great and Put Some Moxy on your Plate! 2017 went by so quickly and was filled with so many twists and turns. This was the first year that we really started showing…
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Normally, we post about nutrition, health, and recipes, but I just couldn’t resist posting about my newest project – DIY Rose fall decorations. I got inspired by some really fun Pinterest ideas like this one from PopSugar on spray painting items with metallic spray paint. As the weather turns just a bit cooler, I still…
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This year we decided to try a new adventure for the kids’ spring break and I’m so glad we did Costa Rica is an incredibly memorable place to visit with family. First off, we chose to spend the week in Costa Rica, during the last week of March when the weather is still dry. This means that…
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Protein is acclaimed within the consumer health world for everything from building muscle to preventing weight gain. The $6.6 billion protein supplement industry offers an array of products in the form of powders, bars, and shakes that allow consumers to easily exceed recommended protein intakes. Now, for the first time in history, the Dietary Guidelines…
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In honor of Valentine’s Day, we are diving into the history and health benefits of the most romantic food we could think of – CHOCOLATE! History Indigenous to Central and South America, chocolate is historically revered for its flavor and health properties. Archaeological evidence shows ancient people cultivated and consumed chocolate as long ago as…
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Clean label claims on food packages are gaining popularity as consumer interest in healthy, environment-friendly food continues to grow. Last week we explored the meaning and validity of “organic” and “natural” label claims, and, in this post, we continue to dig into other clean claims commonly seen on food packages in grocery stores. Cage-free &…
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Expanding consumer interest in healthy, environment-friendly food made from natural, chemical-free ingredients spurred a “clean label” movement within the food industry. Clean label claims, such as “organic,” “-free” terms (i.e., GMO-, antibiotic-, hormone-, or cage-free), “pasture raised,” and “sustainable,” are growing rapidly across grocery store aisles. In fact, one in ten new products launched in…
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Diet trends change rapidly, with many promoting unrealistic eating habits or promising miracle results. Feast on what you want and still loose weight! Juice cleanse to detoxify your liver and boost your metabolism! Eat like a caveman! As many frustrated dieters can attest, deciphering the truth behind diet claims is challenging; adhering to a new…
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