The Counterintuitive Way I Lost Weight By Eating More

Posted 2025-02-21 13:05:00 by: Melinda King

If you’re like most people, the idea of losing weight often brings up thoughts of cutting calories and eating less. It’s almost second nature, right? You eat less, you burn more, and voilà—you shed the pounds. But what if I told you that my weight loss success came from eating more—not less? It sounds counterintuitive, […] Continue reading The Counterintuitive Way I Lost Weight By Eating ...

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Black Drawing Salve Recipe

Posted 2025-02-20 16:12:35 by: Melinda King

I first heard about DIY black drawing salve as a natural remedy when visiting a local Amish community to pick up produce and eggs. One of the farmer’s sons was applying what looked like tar to his arm after getting a large splinter from a fence post. I asked what he was putting on his […] Continue reading Black Drawing Salve ...

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Homemade Sauerkraut Recipe (Easy Countertop Method)

Posted 2025-02-18 07:16:25 by: Melinda King

Fermenting is an age-old way of preserving foods and increasing their nutritional value. Turning a few pounds of cabbage into sauerkraut is one of the easiest fermented foods to master. We love it as a side dish, on top of hot dogs, or even as a soup topping. Why is this sauerkraut better for you? […] Continue reading Homemade Sauerkraut Recipe (Easy Countertop ...

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How Circadian Alignment Can Transform Your Health

Posted 2025-02-14 14:00:00 by: Melinda King

Today I’m excited to dive into the topic of circadian alignment, including circadian fasting and using light, food, and sleep as major circadian signaling cues. I got the idea from a recent (and controversial!) social media post.  “Underrated health tip, stop eating when the sun goes down and watch your sleep transform.” After posting the […] Continue reading How Circadian Alignment Can Transform Your ...

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Apple Cider Vinegar Baths (and Why You Should Try One)

Posted 2025-02-13 15:59:41 by: Melinda King

Many types of baths are great for detox and relaxation. One of the simplest ones though is a DIY apple cider vinegar bath. They’re great for skincare and with just one ingredient, couldn’t be easier! I’m not a fan of vinegar’s smell, but I am a huge fan of apple cider vinegar baths. They leave […] Continue reading Apple Cider Vinegar Baths (and Why You Should Try ...

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Sweet Asian Salad Dressing

Posted 2025-02-11 14:00:00 by: Melinda King

In my younger years, I loved Chinese food (especially of the PF Chang variety) and ate it often. I cringe to think how much MSG, high fructose corn syrup, and other terrible ingredients I ate back then. Asian salad dressing was one of the foods on that list. When I switched to real food, I […] Continue reading Sweet Asian Salad ...

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2025 Valentine’s Day Gifts Ideas (That Beat Chocolate and Flowers!)

Posted 2025-02-07 15:00:09 by: Melinda King

I know I might sound unromantic, but something in me rebels against commercialized holidays (like Valentine’s Day). You won’t find me buying heart-shaped boxes of candy or flowers that will die in a couple of days. But I do have a few other ideas that have been a hit in the past or that caught […] Continue reading 2025 Valentine’s Day Gifts Ideas (That Beat Chocolate and ...

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Hibiscus Rose Herbal Marshmallows

Posted 2025-02-06 15:41:33 by: Melinda King

Marshmallows are always a big hit in our household. Years ago I created my basic marshmallow recipe (with optional probiotics!) and I’ve done a few spin-offs from there. This rose marshmallow version features heart-supportive herbs, like roses and hibiscus petals, and is naturally sweetened with honey.   Add a square of dark chocolate and some homemade […] Continue reading Hibiscus Rose Herbal ...

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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip: The Perfect High-Protein Snack or Meal

Posted 2025-02-04 14:00:00 by: Melinda King

Once upon a time, I invested in a cottage cheese brand because it was delicious and reminded me of my childhood. I’m still grateful to this day that I did because I love it and it’s encouraged me to use cottage cheese more creatively. Sure, I like it on its own, but it turns out […] Continue reading Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip: The Perfect High-Protein Snack or ...

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My 2025 Wellness Trend Predictions

Posted 2025-01-31 14:00:00 by: Melinda King

It seems like with each year and generation new trends come rolling around. Often they’re just a rehash of old trends (nothing new under the sun…). In today’s post, I’m covering which health trends I’m predicting for 2025, if they’re worth following, and how you might want to adopt some. Many of these are really […] Continue reading My 2025 Wellness Trend ...

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