Recently I took a photo of a sign when I was on the beach in Carmel, CA that warned against feeding birds bread and snacks. The sign was very clear that grains were not natural foods for birds and it would make them sick. I thought that the sign was really interesting because the same…
My Hiking Experience: Low Fat vs. Lower Carb Paleo Diet
Are you hiking on empty? Over Memorial Day my husband and I went on a hike to Pt. Lobos in near Carmel, CA. It was one of the most beautiful hikes that I have been on since moving to California almost 7 years ago. I was amazed at all the beautiful beaches, birds and baby…
10 Habits For Long Term Weight Loss Maintenance
In 2001 when I went to Weight Watchers and lost 80 lbs I did a lot of things WRONG and I am still paying the price. But there were some things I did right and they actually teach some helpful tips in their meetings. The following habits are helpful and can help anyone achieve long…
6 Ways To Eat Paleo and Be Green
Ways To Eat Paleo and Be Green! 1. Buy From Your Local Farmers Market By visiting your local farmers market you can purchase food that is local, seasonal and organic. When shopping at a big grocery store we lose touch with what is season because the food will be flown in from thousands of miles a…
8 Natural Cold Remedies to Improve Immunity
I never get sick, knock on wood. I used to get a million ear infections as a kid probably because I was allergic to dairy and wheat/gluten which overwhelmed my detoxification systems causing me to have a lot of earaches (and anti-biotics). This week I started feeling like I was getting a cold so I…
Teenager Beats Asthma and Allergies with Paleo
Read about how my little brother healed his health when he did a gluten free, paleo/primal diet during his first year at college. This teenager beats asthma and allergies with Paleo diet. His story is featured on the Hartke is Online blog which is all about living with Dr. Weston A. Price principles. When he started consuming a…
Why You Need Zinc with Oyster Cioppino Recipe
Why You Need Zinc with Oyster Cioppino Recipe – Zinc is an essential mineral for good health and proper immune function. Proper levels of zinc are important for regulating cellular function because zinc tells the cells what to do. Zinc is involved in over 200 enzymatic processes and is a powerful antioxidant. . Why You…
14 Ways to Overcome Your Sugar Addiction in the New Year
I wanted to give you 14 Ways to Overcome Your Sugar Addiction in this post. Follow these simple steps to get rid of the sugar demons inside: Eat quality meat and eggs from pastured or grass fed animals at each meal to control blood sugar Eat wild fish 3 times a week for omega-3’s that…
Low Carb Paleo Chachouka
Low Carb Paleo Chachouka – This Low Carb Paleo Chachouka is an easy savory, meat weeknight dish you can throw together after a busy workday. It has common ingredients but the flavors will take you worlds away. My husband made this for me when we first got married and I loved it. I learned how to…
Top 5 Most Common Paleo Weight Loss Mistakes
Paleo is an amazing lifestyle that can help you to regain your natural shape and reverse many health problems. Primal food plans are elimination diets that lower inflammation by removing irritating foods that will help your body promote it’s own healing and weight loss. As a nutritionist I see a lot of people who try do…
10 Reasons to Eat Your Yolks
10 Reasons to Eat Your Yolks – It makes me crazy when people eat egg white omelets in an effort to be healthy. I urge you to eat whole eggs often and cook them with grass fed butter or Virgin Coconut Oil Starting your day with whole eggs will help regulate your blood sugar so…
Paleo Chicken Parmesean
Paleo Chicken Parmesean – Chicken” Parmesean” Paleo Chicken Parmesean Ingredients: For Chicken: 4 Tbsp coconut flour 2-3 pastured eggs beaten 1 lb. of organic pastured chicken breasts 1 tsp fresh chopped parsley Sea salt to taste Fresh ground black pepper to taste 2 cloves of minced garlic 2 packages of kelp noodles 4 Tbsp coconut…
Gluten Free Low Carb Rainbow Meat Loaf
Gluten Free Low Carb Rainbow Meat Loaf – Before Cooking Finished Product Are you looking for a gluten free low carb meatloaf? Look no further… I recently cooked this for a potluck and it was the hit of the party. Everyone commented on how moist and flavorful it was. Everyone was asking me where I…
One Pot Paleo Chili
One Pot Paleo Chili – I am not a perfectionist, much more of a “wing-it” type of girl. This approach has worked pretty well for me so far because my life is pretty awesome. So trust me, this “just wing-it” chili is great. It is cheap and easy, and will make you slim, too, as…
Lower Carb Paleo Crock Pot Beef Stew
I love coming home to warm meals that are all ready from the crock pot or slow cooker. Paleo dinners are especially easy to throw together before leaving for work. This is one dish that will be hot and ready when you walk in. The best part is that is will please your whole family…
Easy Crock Pot Bone Broth
Easy Crock Pot Bone Broth – Easy Crock Pot Bone Broth Ingredients: 1 lb-2 lbs bones from pastured animals (chicken feet/necks or beef bones knuckles are best) 4 cloves organic garlic 1-2 gallons filtered water Sea salt and pepper to taste 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar other of choice vegetables (optional, can make it bitter…
Mock Mashed Potato Recipe
Mock Mashed Potato Recipe – Mock Mashed Potato Recipe Ingredients: 2 large organic turnips (Optional) 1 head organic cauliflower Fresh sage Sea salt (to taste) Fresh ground pepper (to taste) 1/2 cup Coconut Milk OR 3 Tbsp grass fed butter 1/4 cup fresh chopped chives or parsley Directions: Peel and boil turnips until soft. Steam…
