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What is Sucralose? Sucralose often comes up as an alternative to sugar, however before you start using Sucralose, consider its pros and cons as you clean up your diet and prioritize your health.   SUCRALOSE EXPLAINED Sucralose as an artificial sweetener is unique because it is derived from real sugar. In a lab, sugar is taken and its chemical structure is altered and the result is 600x sweeter than table sugar. Having first been patented in 1976, Sucralose was not approved by the FDA until the 1990's.  Since it's inception, Sucralose has been extensively studied by various food researchers.  What they found is that...

25+ HEALTHIER AFTER-SCHOOL SNACKS 'Can I have a snack?' When kids get home from school, they’re ready to snack. Most foods marketed as “kid food” are loaded with sugar, fillers, and other ingredients you’d rather stay away from. Here are some healthier snack ideas that kids can look forward to! 25+ AFTER-SCHOOL SNACK IDEAS gf = gluten free v = vegan df = dairy free Hummus with pita chips (v) Kid-friendly “charcuterie” board with dried fruit, cold cuts, crackers, cheese slices  Yogurt (dairy or coconut) and granola (gf, v option)  Cheese cubes (gf) Sliced turkey and apple roll-ups (gf) Hummus and cucumber rounds (v,...

This food plan eliminates many critical food sources for inflammation and allergies including gluten, dairy, grains, meats, and nightshades. When these foods are eliminated the body can begin to heal and joint pain, headaches, abdominal bloating and pain, sinus congestion, and fatigue all melt away. Here are some of the reasons why certain foods are omitted from this food plan: Gluten- Individuals who are sensitive to gluten can develop diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, indigestion, bloating, fatigue, brain fog, anemia, joint pain, rashes, depression and anxiety when they come in contact with this grain protein.  Dairy- Dairy is very allergenic and...

HEALTHY HABITS ON VACATION   Life can get busy, and we all deserve a break from our normal routine to really enjoy what life has to offer.  For most, this means breaking routine and unhealthy, convenient lifestyles come into play.  This blog is to help you stay on tracking with your goals, even during a vacation.   Keeping Goals During Vacation is TOUGH! What is vacation?  For most, its a "break" from reality, schedules, meetings, appointments, responsibility...  and even goals! Taking a break can be healthy mentally, however it often leaves physical health goals high and dry.  Staying on track is...