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Balsamic Roasted Asparagus and Carrots

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Spring is such an exciting time!  It means gorgeous flowers, beautiful sunshine, and, most importantly, lovely garden fresh, spring vegetables!  This Balsamic Roasted Asparagus and Carrots dish highlights the inherent flavors of the vegetables and allows them to shine.  The beauty of spring is all natural, so your veggies should taste that way too.  Fresh, crisp, and flavorful.  This recipe is ready in 20 minutes and you can use any fresh veggies that are available to you.  Asparagus and carrots are just the start.  Get creative and let your spring inspiration shine! 

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Deck of Cards Workout: The Exciting Workout with Fast Results!

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Working out is much more fun when you make a game out of it.  What better way to do that than with a deck of cards?  Try out my fun full body workout, guaranteed to make you sweat!  You can do this workout at home– there’s no equipment needed!  I’ve included 3 different intensity levels, so everyone can do it, no matter what your fitness level!  Plus, you’ll never get bored!  If the workout gets too easy, just advance to the next level and keep playing this addicting “fitness game”!

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Dairy-Free Chicken and Gnocchi Soup (Olive Garden Copycat + Gluten-Free!)

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I love the Chicken and Gnocchi soup at the Olive Garden, but it’s super dairy heavy and sometimes leaves me feeling a bit weighed down.  This dairy-free version of everyone’s favorite soup is just as delicious, while being lighter and healthier.  It’s also gluten-free!  The secret to this recipe is the amazing dairy-free substitute I found for half and half.   Read on to learn this little trick and to find out about one of my favorite childhood hobbies that I recently rediscovered! 

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A Transformative Day at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health

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Sometimes, one day is all we need to relax, rejuvenate, and get back in touch with ourselves.  In a stressed-out, fast-paced world taking one day out of your schedule to rest in a beautiful, secluded area is the most healing thing you can do for yourself.  Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health is a world-class facility offering everything from yoga classes to meditation to Ayurveda programs.  Join me for a transformative day off at Kripalu! 

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Eating Out on the AIP Diet

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Have you ever heard of the Autoimmune Protocol Diet (AIP)?  It’s one of the strictest diets out there, but a lifesaver for many people diagnosed with autoimmune disease.  One of the toughest things about AIP is eating out, so I wrote this post in order to help those on the AIP diet stick to the rigorous guidelines, while still participating in the social and entertainment aspects of dining out.  Yes, you can stick to the diet and enjoy eating out—you just need a few tips and tricks!  Here’s what I picked up from dining at a Mediterranean mezze restaurant while on AIP.

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