Figs, some of God’s amazing fruits, contain many benefits. They grow well in our North Florida weather and are some of the healthiest foods God has given us. According to Annette Reader, a nutritionist and writer of Steven Woods of the Promised Land, figs are loaded with vitamin C, B1, B2, B3, B6 (folate), A, E, … Read more
As a morbidly obese woman, I recall the many times a well-meaning healthcare practitioner permitted me to indulge in sugar with the dietary advice of “everything in moderation.” Not once was I told to consider a no- or low-sugar diet. The key strategy I discovered through my weight-loss journey is the importance of adopting a … Read more
Have you been in a desperate fight with anxiety? This year, I was, and at times I still am. But through my experience, I found the best way to fight anxiety is with purposeful, healthy living. Our bodies can be unreliable, especially when we need them most. But the true danger comes when we think … Read more
“You’re a caregiver? Make sure you take care of yourself too.” As a caregiver for my husband, Tom, who has a young-onset dementia, I’ve often heard those words of wisdom. But since I work full time from home while bearing the extra responsibilities of caregiving, I had one big question: How? Caregiving for someone who … Read more
Do you struggle to get your family to eat healthy foods? Prevent table wars by using these 8 tips to introduce new foods. With a few tactics, you can be serving up healthy meals without sacrificing peace at the table. Sometimes offering variety can feel like a losing battle. Maybe you’ve already raised the white … Read more