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Monday, August 3, 2020

Here's Where You Can Buy Medical Grade Face Masks in Australia

As parts of Australia feel the effects of the second wave of Coronavirus, state governments like Victoria and NSW are putting face mask restrictions and guidelines in place to slow the spread.

Since the outbreak started, doctors and health officials have recommended wearing face masks, while it doesn't necessarily mean you're safe from the virus - it's a very effective way to protect both yourself and the people around you.

Since the main means of COVID-19 transmission is respiratory droplets, a mask can act as a barrier against the droplets leaving peoples noses and mouths as they exhale, cough, or sneeze, minimising the spread of the virus. Especially if that person is asymptomatic and unaware they're carrying the virus.

While we'd recommend using a reusable mask as they're better for the environment, there are some medical-grade, single-use face masks available online that could be handy to store in your car, handbag or office draws to incase yourself or others with you forget a mask.



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The Easy Way You Can Help Girls and Women in Need Get Access to Sanitary Products This Month

Even before Coronavirus hit, women across Australia who are experiencing homelessness, fleeing domestic violence, or just generally doing it tough struggle to afford sanitary items every month.

The impact of COVID-19 has meant that even more women are having to make the choice between buying food or sanitary items, with Share the Dignity reporting a 54% increase in charities registering for the August Dignity Drive when compared to their last drive in March earlier this year.

To help combat this, for the entire month of August, Woolworths and Share the Dignity are partnering in a Dignity Drive that will help provide essential support to the growing number of Australian women experiencing period poverty as a result of COVID-19.

If you can afford to support the cause all you have to do is head to any Woolworths Supermarket or Metro store nationwide where you'll be able to donate sanitary items via collection boxes. The supermarket giant will also donate five cents from the sale of pads, tampons and liners in August to Share the Dignity, so even just by purchasing your usual monthly supplies, you're helping a good cause.

Money from this drive will go towards funding more dignity vending machines that dispense free sanitary items for girls and women in need.

Founder of Share the Dignity, Rochelle Courtenay said: "COVID-19 has had a massive impact across Australia and it scares me to think of the increase in poverty that this pandemic will bring. As a result, more women and girls are not going to be able to afford basic essentials and will have to resort to toilet paper, socks or washers to deal with their period.

"I encourage every Australian to get out and support our August Dignity Drive by buying their sanitary items at Woolworths or donating products in our collection boxes. We will need to collect more items than we've done before to help meet the increased requests for support we are now seeing in communities across the country," she continued.

Woolworths has partnered with Share the Dignity since early 2019 and has so far raised in partnership with customers more than $1.3million for the charity.

Woolworths Managing Director, Claire Peters said: "We are incredibly proud to be partnering with Share the Dignity for our third Dignity Drive. Now more than ever the charity needs our support to meet the needs of the growing number of Australian women experiencing period poverty.

The March Dignity Drive collecting over 43,000 sanitary items for women in need. Here's hope they're able to double that this time around.



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A Breakdown of the Rules and Exemptions Around Wearing a Face Mask in Victoria

A state of disaster has been declared by Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews due to the ongoing rise in COVID-19 cases, with Melbourne now in stage 4 lockdown and rural Victoria entering stage 3. Face masks have also been made mandatory. It's as simple as this, if you leave a house, wear a mask or face a $200 fine.

Daniel Andrews said it was a "relatively simple" measure that would help slow the spread of the virus. "Most of us wouldn't leave home without our keys, we wouldn't leave our home without our mobile phone - you won't be able to leave home without your mask," he said. There are however a few exemptions from wearing a mask which we've outlined below.

So what exactly are the rules around wearing a face mask in Victoria?

  • As of August 2, all Victorians must wear a face covering when they leave home, no matter where they live.

Who is exempt from wearing a face mask?

  • Infants and children under the age of 12 years.
  • If you're out doing "Strenuous exercise includes activities like jogging, running or cycling but not walking," you don't have to wear a mask, but you need to carry one with you and put it on when you stop.
  • People with medical conditions where it may be hard for them to breathe while wearing a mask.
  • People who are deaf or hard of hearing, where the ability to see the mouth is essential for communication.
  • People who find it difficult to put on and remove a mask due to physical disabilities are also exempt from wearing a mask.
  • If you're going to places where you need to be identified like banks, you don't have to wear one, but make sure you wear it to and from.
  • When you are travelling in a vehicle by yourself or with other members of your household.
  • When consuming food, drink or medication, including when seated at a restaurant where permitted.


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Mexican Pulled Beef

This Mexican Pulled Beef is my favourite way to cook beef chilli. I love it because it has minimal preparation and it’s really versatile. It can become nachos or tacos or simply serve it with rice and a salad. This is also a perfect base to a meal to have stored in the freezer ready…

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Breakfast Bread

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Carrot Coriander Soup

This Carrot Coriander Soup reminds me of the cartons of soup I used to buy for the family I worked for in the UK. In my early 20’s I lived in a small town called Cambridge. I worked as a nanny and even way back then, I used to love cooking for the family I…

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NSW Government Declares New Face Mask Recommendations As We Hit a "Critical Stage"

As the Coronavirus outbreak worsens in Victoria, the NSW Government has introduced strong new state-wide recommendations to wear face masks to slow the spread of the virus.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian said that NSW is now at an "absolutely critical stage" of the pandemic and the new mask recommendations, while they aren't yet compulsory, should start immediately.

As of August 2, NSW Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant (and the NSW Government) recommend the following guidelines when it comes to wearing a face mask:

  • The use of face masks in indoor settings where physical distancing is hard to maintain, such as on public transport or in supermarkets.
  • The use of face masks (where practical) in indoor settings with a higher risk of transmissions, such as for the staff of hospitality and customer-facing venues i.e. cafes, restaurants, pubs and clubs.
  • During attendance at places of worship.

There you have it, folks, if you live in NSW and you can wear a face mask, you probably should be!

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Embracing and understanding our emotions

Each day we experience a whole plethora of different emotions, and in these days some of our emotions may feel good and some not so, though whatever we may think about them all emotions are valid and useful.

Emotions are our internal compass there to guide us through our life. So, let’s explore their purpose

As a society we have many judgments around our emotions, labelling some as ‘bad’, like anger or jealousy or ‘good’, like love. However, emotions are neither good nor bad. They are what they are, useful forms of physiological information created in response to our external and internal environments which our brain then interprets into thoughts. 

‘There is nothing either good or bad but thinking it makes it so’. Shakespeare

So what can we learn from some of our most common emotions such as; anger, fear, jealousy, sadness, remorse, excitement, joy and love?

Anger is a feeling designed to make us act quickly to defend ourselves or someone we love as fast as possible by fighting back. It mobilises us into action. 

'Anger is the energy mother earth gave us as little kids to stand forward on our own behalf and say I matter’. Joann Peterson

Fear is a feeling designed to alert us to the fact that we are not safe. It is an activating emotion that keeps us on high alert and makes us act quickly to defend ourselves and others as fast as possible by running away.

Jealousy shines a light on what it is we would like.

Sadness is a feeling designed to keep us safe while we get over losing someone or something we loved. Getting over these kinds of things can take a lot of thinking about and we may not be as alert about the dangers around us as we would normally be. So, sad feelings make us want to stay at home and not do very much, increasing the chances of us staying alive until we feel better again. 

These are confusing times as we transition out of lockdown, and we may well be experiencing an intensified range of emotions

The word ‘emotion’ comes from the old French emouvoir ‘stir up’, and from the Latin emovere ‘move out, remove, agitate’. Emotions are there to make us ‘move’, to literally ‘get into motion’ so we can find relief from where we are. They can move us from powerlessness to anger, or from frustration to hope. 

Remorse is a feeling designed to put us off making the same mistake twice especially if someone else got hurt or upset by what we did. 

Excitement is a feeling that makes us want to achieve something new or do whatever it is we are doing again. It motivates us to learn things.

Joy is a feeling that we get when we are ‘in flow’ or when we experience something, however fleetingly that brings us a sense of inner happiness. Joy creates a sense of inner peace and of wellbeing. My blog ‘5 Ways to Boost Joy’ explores this more.

Love is a feeling that makes us feel deeply connected and motivates us to act selflessly and look after each other because we want to.

Our emotions are thus an essential part of our survival kit. They are designed to give us useful information that not only keeps us alive, and which also motivates us to journey on and ever evolve. By listening in to them with curiosity and acceptance, without judgement or attachment, we can hear their messages and allow them to come and go as needed. 

When we are mentally healthy we can move with relative ease from one emotion to another.

However after trauma, years of negative self-talk, or during times of stress it is easy to become stuck in one dominant emotion and trapped in an unhelpful thought loop which further feeds the emotion. We may notice that we start to talk about ourselves as if we ‘are’ the emotion, for example, I often hear people saying, ’I am depressed… I am angry….I am anxious’ in much the same way as I would introduce myself as ‘I am Helen’. In other words we become so closely identified with the emotion it literally feels like it is us.

Emotions are never ‘all’ of us. If we are to remain aware of our emotions so we can use them as useful signposts rather than ‘become them’ we need to, observe them with a sense of curiosity and stay alert to how our thoughts and language may be further fuelling them. 

In Gaelic the language is slightly more helpful as instead of ‘being depressed’ they talk about depression, anxiety, joy etc as coming ‘on’ them, thus externalising it. What comes ‘on’ us can come ’off’ us just like a piece of clothing.

If you have experienced trauma, years of ‘negative faulty thinking’, stress or a childhood of having to hide your feelings you may well have learnt to cut off from these painful emotions by numbing yourself or by self-medicating yourself from them through the use of addictive substances, (addiction is never the problem it is our solution to the problem), or you may ‘feel trapped’ in an emotional state. 

‘State and story work together in a persistent and, if not interrupted, enduring loop’. Deb Dana

If moving from one emotional state to another is difficult or too painful then seeking help from a counsellor can be both beneficial and extremely healing. 

‘The body will reorganise itself when it feels safe’, Stephen Porges, and experiencing the entire array of emotions with a sense of ease will become possible once again.

If you are curious about working with a counsellor to free yourself from past trauma, PTSD or feelings of emotional overwhelm then please do contact me, Helen Prosper

livewellandprosper.uk  – 07545 227272 

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Sunday, August 2, 2020

Easy to Make Tostadas

These crispy Tostadas are easy to make and layered with flavorful toppings that make this main dish one of the best! Create a delicious dinner right at home within minutes!

Tostadas are similar to tacos, just using a tortilla that is flat rather than movable. Try this best EVER ground beef tacos, easy homemade Navajo tacos or Baja fish tacos for more taco inspired recipes.

Tostadas with layers of optional toppings.

Easy to Make Tostadas

Quick and easy tostadas are so fun to make and come together perfectly. They have a vibrant color to them with all the fresh vegetables and some sliced fruits. Top them with shredded cheese and refried beans and you have a complete meal. Your family is going to go crazy over!

Pile high your favorite toppings on this homemade fried tostada. They are simple to make and will feed a crowd. The tostada is fried up nicely, giving it a crisp texture to hold all choices of optional toppings. Switch up your tortillas or add a little more topping creating a new and fun tostada each time you get more. The options are endless and the tostadas will keep coming!

What is a Tostadas?

A tostada is a classic Mexican recipe that is one of the favorites! Tostadas name comes from a Spanish word meaning toasted or looking toasted. Usually a tostada is known for being flat and a round tortilla that is deep fried or toasted in oil.

In some places tostadas can be an appetizer or a main dish. The tortilla is cut into small triangles to make chips to dip into extra sides like salsa or guacamole. There are a few different versions of tostadas that are known around the world.

Optional toppings for tostadas in clear, glass bowls.

Tostada Ingredients:

Simple ingredients that blend perfectly together creating the perfect combination. This tostada cooks up quickly and has amazing flavors that all come together. Layer your tostadas just the way you like it!

  • Vegetable Oil: Used for frying the tortillas in a pan.
  • Corn Tortillas: Perfect for frying and using
  • Ground Beef and Taco Seasoning: Cooked up together creating a delicious Mexican flavor.
  • Refried Beans: A Great layer to start off on the tortilla.
  • Cheddar Cheese: Shredded cheese to sprinkle over top and melt a little from the heat of the ingredients.

Optional Toppings:

  • Shredded Lettuce: Fresh and light tasting.
  • Tomato: Gives a sweet taste.
  • Sliced Olives: Love the taste an olive adds to the recipe.
  • Cilantro: A hint of savory and spice.
  • Guacamole: Blend together an avocado making this rich and creamy topping for your tostada
  • Avocado: Creamy slices of avocado right on top equals perfection!

How to Make the Best Tostadas:

These tostadas make the best dinner for everyone in the family. Each person can create and layer their own toppings and make the best tostadas. This is an easy to make, quick dinner for a busy weekday.

  1. Fry Tortillas: In a medium sized skillet add vegetable oil filling up to about 1/2 inch on the sides.  Heat the oil to medium high heat.  Poke holes with a fork in the tortilla and add it to the hot oil.  Fry on each side until golden brown 1-2 minutes.  Remove and set aside.
  2. Cook Beef: In a medium sized skillet over medium high heat cook and crumble the ground beef.  Drain the grease.  Add in the taco seasoning.
  3. To assemble: Heat the refried beans over the stove or in the microwave until warm.  Spread a thin layer on the tortilla followed by the ground beef and cheese.  Top with desired toppings.

The process of frying tortillas to make tostadas.

Tips for the Perfect Tostada:

  • Frying: It is best to use a cooking thermometer to check the oil. The oil will need to be around 350 to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Once they are fried on both sides add the fried tortillas to a plate that is prepared with paper towels on it. The paper towels will help soak up any extra grease that is left on the tortillas.
  • Baking: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lay the tortillas on a baking sheet. Brush the tops with olive oil. Bake for 8-10 minutes until crispy and flip half way through.
  • Preparing the Tortilla: Poking holes in the tortilla will help the tortilla stay round and not curl too much while being fried.
  • Tortillas: Corn tortillas are best and the perfect size. I like the smaller round size. When choose a tortilla, choose one that is not already cooked and can be fried. Smaller the size the better and easier to flip over in the pan.
  • Assembling: Once cooled, start layering your tostada. It works best to have the heavier more dense ingredients on bottom like refried beans, meat, then the cheese will melt over top the meat, then continue on to the next optional toppings of choice.

More Filling Ideas:

Fill your tostada up with all the delicious meats, cheeses, vegetables and fruits. This classic Mexican Dinner is always a HUGE hit for a family! Everything comes together quickly and easily making everyone their favorite personal tostada.

Three tostadas layered with optional toppings.

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Easy to Make Tostadas

These Tostadas are easy to make and layered with flavorful toppings that make this main dish one of the best! Create a delicious dinner right at home within minutes!
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword easy to make tostadas, tostadas
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12 Tostadas
Calories 147kcal
Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

  • vegetable oil
  • 4 12 inch corn tortillas*
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 Tablespoon Taco Seasoning
  • 1 15 ounce can refried beans
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded

Optional Toppings:

  • Shredded lettuce
  • Tomato diced
  • sliced olives
  • cilantro chopped
  • avocado sliced
  • sour cream

Instructions

  • In a medium sized skillet add vegetable oil filling up to about 1/2 inch on the sides. Heat the oil to medium high heat. Poke holes with a fork in the tortilla and add it to the hot oil. Fry on each side until golden brown 1-2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • In a medium sized skillet over medium high heat cook and crumble the ground beef. Drain the grease. Add in the taco seasoning.

Layering Tostadas:

  • To assemble: Heat the refried beans over the stove or in the microwave until warm. Spread a thin layer on the tortilla followed by the ground beef and cheese. Top with desired toppings.

Notes

* To BAKE: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lay the tortillas on a baking sheet. Brush the tops with olive oil. Bake for 8-10 minutes until crispy and flip half way through.

Nutrition

Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 163mg | Potassium: 165mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 208IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 1mg


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The Federal and Victorian governments have signalled plans to provide additional mental health supports to Victorians (and any others subject to further lockdowns in future), as Melbourne enters Stage 4 lockdown for the next six weeks. As well as tough restrictions stopping people from venturing more than five kilometres from […]

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Keto Green Bean Salad

This easy green bean salad makes a delicious keto summer side dish. Crisp blanched green beans with bacon, cherry tomatoes, and feta. Did I mention bacon? I love summer produce, especially at this time of year when everything is really coming in. I love the tomatoes, cucumbers, and zucchini coming out of my own garden....

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Sabbath Ramblings: To Die Is Gain (Will YOUR Death Rock This Planet?)

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Saturday, August 1, 2020

My Favorite Zucchini Bread Recipe (Tried and True!)

My favorite zucchini bread recipe is a sweet and savory, full of flavor, moist bread! Slice a piece of heaven and enjoy this delicious quick bread with your family and friends.

Zucchini is in abundance right now and no better way than to enjoy fresh quick bread this season! Try this chocolate zucchini bread, blueberry zucchini bread or pistachio zucchini bread for more great zucchini recipes.

Zucchini bread sliced up in a photo on a white plate.

Zucchini Bread Recipe

I promise this is the only zucchini bread recipe that you will ever need!  It has been perfected and is a tried and true recipe that everyone raves about. This zucchini recipe is a MUST make and so delicious! The fresh zucchini creates a hidden flavor that makes this bread sweet and savory. Add in a hint of cinnamon and vanilla for extra flavoring. Then finish the mixture off with a blend of sour cream in the bread mix. Blend together and you will have the perfect combination of zucchini bread!

This tried and true favorite zucchini bread is a family favorite! Be ready to make several loafs of bread just to keep it on hand. It is going to go fast and loved by all. My kids love homemade zucchini bread and beg me to make this every year. It is the ultimate zucchini bread recipe and comes together quickly. The texture is soft, moist and full of green speckles showing all the zucchini hidden inside. You can’t go wrong with this zucchini quick bread!

Easy Zucchini Bread Ingredients:

I just love how quick and easy this zucchini bread is to make. The ingredients are simple and all in the pantry. Mix them all together to create the perfect zucchini bread for your family this summer!

  • Flour: Helps thick the bread and lifts it with the help of baking soda.
  • Cinnamon: Just a hint for a slight spice in the mixture.
  • Salt: Add a pinch!
  • Baking Soda: Raises the loaf of bread as it is baking.
  • Canola Oil: Is best for baking bread.
  • Sugar: Sweetness is added in the bread mix.
  • Brown Sugar: Moistens the bread with sweetness.
  • Eggs: Creates a higher rise when baking.
  • Vanilla: Great for flavoring!
  • Sour Cream: Making the inside moist and savory.
  • Zucchini: Grated and strained for best results.

How to Make the Best Zucchini Bread:

Mix the dry ingredients together first. Then blend together the wet and dry. Simply add in zucchini and bake. This homemade bread will smell so good as it is baking in your oven. One of the best breads you will ever make!

  1. Whisk Dry Ingredients: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a large 9″ bread pan and set aside. Whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.
  2. Blend Ingredients: In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, beat together sugars, oil, and eggs for about 1-2 minutes until slightly fluffy. Add vanilla and sour cream.
  3. Add in Zucchini: Fold in the grated zucchini. Lastly, add the remaining dry flour ingredients. Stir to combine and pour into prepared 9″ bread pan.  Bake for 50-60 minutes. I set a time for 45 minutes and mine was done at that time. Oven temperatures vary, so just make sure a toothpick entered in the center comes clean.
  4. Serve Slightly Warm: Let cool for about 5-10 minutes and remove from pan. Delicious served a little warm, even with a little butter on top.

The process of making zucchini bread in six photo steps.

Tips and Variations:

Here are a few tips and variations to use when making zucchini bread. It is always fun to add in or create a recipe that is your own. Try these ideas or add-ins for extra help while you are baking in the kitchen.

  • Zucchini: Wash the zucchini and cut of both ends. Leaving the skin on the zucchini, grate the zucchini the best that you can using a paper towel or strainer. Once the water has been released place in the bowl to be blended in the bread mix.
  • Fresh Zucchini: It is best to use garden fresh zucchini. Store bought zucchini has been sitting in several trucks and boxes before it arrives in a store to be sold. It is not as fresh and moist as a garden zucchini is.
  • Add Ins: Chocolate chips or nuts are always a fun add in to put in the zucchini bread. Add in 1/2 cup to 3/4 cup chocolate chips or nuts into the blended mixture before baking.
  • Baked Bread: For best results use a toothpick to insert into the center of the bread. If the toothpick comes out clean that is the best indication that your bread is fully cooked through.

Zucchini bread facing out with the bread sliced.

Storing Quick Bread:

This zucchini bread is not going to last long. It is a favorite family recipe and quickly gone before I am ready to store it. Usually doubling the recipe helps me be able to store a few slices for a day, hopefully!

  • Storing Zucchini Quick Bread: Store the homemade baked bread in a ziplock bag. Leave out in room temperature for about 3 to 4 days long. Slice when ready to serve.
  • Freezing Zucchini Bread: Follow the instructions to make the best zucchini bread. Once it has completely cooled, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil. Add it to a ziplock or freezer bag. Place in the freezer up to 1 month long. When ready to thaw, place in the refrigerator over night and unwrap to serve.

Photo facing the zucchini bread sliced and laying back.

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My Favorite Zucchini Bread Recipe (Tried and True!)

My favorite zucchini bread recipe is a sweet and savory, full of flavor, moist bread! Slice a piece of heaven and enjoy this delicious quick bread with your family and friends. 
Course Appetizer, Bread, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword zucchini bread
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 12 Slices
Calories 150kcal
Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup All Purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 Cup canola oil
  • 1/2 Cup sugar
  • 1/4 Cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/4 Cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 Cups zucchini grated and strained

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a large 9" bread pan and set aside. Whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.
  • In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, beat together sugars, oil, and eggs for about 1-2 minutes until slightly fluffy. Add vanilla and sour cream.
  • Fold in the grated zucchini. Add the remaining dry flour ingredients. Stir to combine and pour into prepared 9" bread pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes. I set a time for 45 minutes and mine was done at that time. Oven temperatures vary, so just make sure a toothpick entered in the center comes clean.
  • Let cool for about 5-10 minutes and remove from pan. Delicious served a little warm, even with a little butter on top. 🙂

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 133mg | Potassium: 34mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 69IU | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg

 



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Biohacking Your Brain With Precision Medicine, Genomics, Psychedelics, Advanced Nutritional Strategies & Much More!

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7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (Aug 3-9)

A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner and a shopping list. All recipes include calories and updated WW Smart Points.

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7-Day Healthy Meal Plan

Who loves salads? I do, I do! What are some of you favorite go to salads? Some of mine include my  Cobb Salad In a Jar With Buttermilk Ranch, Spiralized Carrot Salad with Lemon and Dijon and the Spiralized Greek Cucumber Salad with Lemon and Feta. Leave a comment and tell me yours!
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Friday, July 31, 2020

It’s OKAY

Just a little reminder that is 100% okay to take a break from whatever.

For me, it was word press. But I needed some time away from it and that is totally OKAY.

I do find myself sometimes feeling guilty because of it and not posting but taking a time out

Is important for self care. It is difficult at times to allow yourself to switch off and reset but it is a good

Thing to do every now and again.

I do encourage you to take a little break from (whatever) facebook, twitter, wordpress, family or WHATEVER

You need to even if only for a hour or two or longer if you can. Having time to yourself is NOT a negative thing.

This is so helpful when you are feeling overwhelmed. And we push ourselves to keep to keep going even if we are struggling.

This can be toxic and unhelpful.

And if it gets too bad, those who struggle with things (alcohol/drug/overeating etc) could turn to that for comfort. I know this as these last weeks, I myself have wanted to go back to my Zombie Rum frozen drink many times over and had to literally stop myself from pulling in the parking lot. I can literally taste to the coldness and the zing of the 100 proof rum..

So let yourself have some space to breathe, reset, recharge, refocus, re (whatever).

It is okay for you to take that time for yourself.

YOU are amazing.

And don’t you forget it.

🖤

#okay #beYOU

#bepositive #timeOut

#takeaBreak #believe



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Easy Blueberry Buttermilk Cake

This light and Easy Blueberry Buttermilk Cake loaded with fresh, juicy blueberries in a lightly sweetened, moist buttermilk cake is ideal for summer.

A slice of Blueberry Buttermilk Cake on a plate.
Easy Blueberry Buttermilk Cake

I know many of my readers prefer baking from scratch over using boxed mixes, so I love to test new recipes and share the very best with you. This Blueberry Buttermilk Cake is one of the winners. Blueberries are one of my favorite additions to any dessert. A few other blueberry recipes I enjoy are Blueberry Banana BreadBlueberry Oatmeal Muffins (which are also gluten-free and dairy-free), Blueberry Scones, and Blueberry Peach Crisp.

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