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From Adrenal Fatigue to Keto Clarity: I Now Have More Energy than I Can Handle!

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It’s Friday, everyone! And that means another Primal Blueprint Real Life Story from a Mark’s Daily Apple reader. If you have your own success story and would like to share it with me and the Mark’s Daily Apple community please contact me here . In fact, I have a contest going right now. So if you have a story to share, no matter how big or how small, you’ll be in the running to win a big prize. Read more here . Lucky me. I’ve been fit and happy my whole life; always followed what I believed were healthful ways-of-eating along with workout plans that made me feel great and kept my body trim. And, for a long time I was really in shape. But, little by little I was amping up my cardio as well as my carbs, and I would reason this madness by thinking I had earned more carbs through working out so hard. At one point I was doing five Spin classes a week, along with an hour plus of weights 4 times a week, plus running, and whatever else I could throw in the mix. I was sailing along prett

5 Foods That Will Help You Age Gracefully 

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While the fountain of youth isn’t actually a thing, what we eat can help slow down the aging process — or at least keep us feeling healthier and thinking sharper as we get older. Give these five foods a try. Eat Eggs to Help Your Eyes Cook up an omelet for breakfast, and you could help your eyes. The yolks contain nutrients that may help decrease your risk of age-related macular degeneration, as well as cataracts. “Unfortunately, eyesight is one of the first things to go as we age,” says Emily Kyle, M.S., RDN, owner of Emily Kyle Nutrition . “Thankfully, a diet rich in farm-fresh eggs can help combat the loss of vision through two powerful nutrients: lutein and zeaxanthin.” Additionally, the amino acids found in eggs help rebuild and repair tissues that may deteriorate as you get older. Start Your Day with Raspberries to Help Mind Health This fruit gets its red color from antioxidants, which may help slow down the aging process. “Short-term experimental studies have shown that be

Clean Eating Grain Free Irish Spice Bread Recipe

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A few years back, my mom took Mini Chef and me to Ireland with her for three weeks. Some of you may remember my blog posts from then. I filled them with as many details of our trip as I could fit… Read more → from The Gracious Pantry http://ift.tt/2hsEoJK

KERF Holiday Gift Guide 2016

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KERF holiday gift guide 2016 a.k.a. All That Glitters Is Probably Gold Tater Tats . These are such a cute stocking stuffer for foodies! The company sent me a set, and I’ve had fun sporting mason jars on my wrist ; ) Beck Cheese Board + Knives . I love that this board comes with matching knives : ) Pears 4 Girls . The jewelry this wonderful nonprofit is made by girls and women in Canada to empower girls in Southern Africa. The earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and black pearls all support leadership programs for girls affected by AIDS and poverty. They sent me their Signature Bracelet to share with you all as well, and you can support the effort by purchasing a piece for 10% off with the code KERF. The Future Is Female . Yup. Fairisle and Stripe Socks . Who doesn’t love new socks for the new year? These no-shows are great for flats. Beta Pastry Server . The most beautiful dessert serving piece I’ve ever seen! Slices of unicorn cake for all. Unicorn Power Bank . Speaking of unico