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Savory Burrata Toast with Roasted Tomatoes & Basil Drizzle
This burrata toast is creamy, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. The crispy toasted bread, creamy burrata, sweet roasted tomatoes, and fragrant basil drizzle come together for a restaurant-quality bite. Finished with fresh basil leaves for...
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How Ultra-Processed Foods Can Ruin Your Gut Health
The Standard American Diet has become increasingly dominated by ultra-processed foods—think boxed meals, sugary cereals, packaged snacks, fast food, and even some “health” bars or protein drinks. While they may be convenient, these foods come...
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Korean Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps
Servings: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Cool Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1 tbsp sesame oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 onion, finely diced 1...
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How to Find the Right Elimination Diet
Elimination diets are exactly what they sound like. A diet meant to help you eliminate common trigger foods, then re-add those foods slowly to figure out which foods are affecting you physically or mentally. However, there are so many different...
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Activated Charcoal for Gas and Bloating: Does It Really Work?
Bloating and gas are common digestive complaints that can be uncomfortable and sometimes embarrassing. Whether it's caused by a heavy meal, food intolerance, or poor digestion, many people are looking for natural and effective ways to find relief....
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Amazing Avocado Green Goddess Quinoa
Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 2 c. quinoa 4 c. vegetable stock or water 1 medium ripe avocado, cut in half, seed discarded. 1/2 c. Greek yogurt or sour cream 1/2 c. fresh parsley ...
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