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Why You Can't Live on 20 Oreo Snack Packs a Day

SIGH – nutrition and diet info is everywhere. Each expert and association (and neighbor and Facebook friend) tries to sway you in their direction because they know best and their advice is going to help you. Right? Well, maybe… Everyone has heard (and maybe lived through) the intense focus on how much you eat. It's gotten way too much attention because while this does affect your weight and energy level, it's definitely not the “holy grail” of health. I'm looking at you, 10

Recipe: Creamy Tomato Soup - Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Paleo, Whole30

If you asked 10-year-old me what I'd choose eat if I could have only one food for the rest of my life, I would've told you tomato soup (with a grilled cheese done to perfection). Making this recipe was a no-brainer, and a possible upgrade since this recipe avoids the added sugar that you'll often find in canned soups. Tomatoes are in season at the farmer's market! I also gave my basil plant a haircut for the cause. Creamy Tomato Soup Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Gluten

Three Ways to Avoid Overeating at Meals

It's not just the abundance of delicious food -- but the people and the atmosphere. Three smart ways to hack overeating habits: Drink en

Recipe: Quick Greek Lemon Chicken - Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Paleo, AIP, Low AGEs

Our diets usually involve cooking with heat, which can result in high levels of Advanced Glycation End products (AGEs). AGEs are known to add to increased inflammation in the body, as well as free radicals. Both of these conditions can cause cellular damage or cellular aging. When inflammation and free radicals circulate in our systems for prolonged periods of time, researchers have found that diabetes and cardiovascular disease can result. How do you identify AGEs? Anything