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How To Make Your Own Kefir

How To Make Your Own Kefir

Have you ever tried kefir?   When I first heard about it I'd keep getting it confused with *kaf*fir, which is a lime leaf used in many South East Asian dishes and I had a hard time imagining why ...

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Back Pain Rehab: Foundation Book Review

Back Pain Rehab: Foundation Book Review

It'd be too easy to avoid if it only happened when carrying heavy loads or doing something crazy.  The unfortunate truth, however, is it can be triggered by something as innocuous as a sneeze, cough ...

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Shirataki Noodles Stir-Fry Recipe

Shirataki Noodles Stir-Fry Recipe

I've heard many mixed reviews about Shirataki noodles.  Some absolutely hate them.  Some can't get enough.  They've enjoyed a starring role in weight loss and diet plans, touting no carbs, no fat, ...

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Saying Good-Bye to Cardio

Saying Good-Bye to Cardio

When I was a little girl, and for as far back as I can remember my dad used to make me and my brother run.  I'm not talking about a light jog on sunny weekends.  I'm talking everyday rain, shine or ...

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Awesome Kids Reading: The Action Bible

Awesome Kids Reading: The Action Bible

I feel blessed that my boys love to read.  Everything from the latest hockey stats to Harry Potter to almanacs full of strange and bizarre facts.  Sometimes this love of reading backfires, like that ...

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Our Home Gym Essentials

Our Home Gym Essentials

WHY A HOME GYM? I didn't really start working out in earnest until university. But when I started it was kinda like everything else I do: I went all-in. If I'm honest, I'd have to admit ...

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Microwave Cookies in 1 Minute

Microwave Cookies in 1 Minute

Four words: NOM. NOM. NOM. NOM.  Translated to: 1 Minute Microwave Cookies. Dessert in 1 minute?  So easy your kids can make it?  Sounds too good to be true, eh? This little ...

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