Health Tips

EnergyBits Review and Giveaway!

Are you surprised to see me?  I don't usually post on Thursdays, but I'm experimenting with something to see what you think.  Let me back up ... I've been reading blogs for several years now, and one thing that often baffles me is the polarizing nature of product...

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7 Tips to Enjoy Thanksgiving Happily and Healthily

Isn't it funny that many of us heavily anticipate the holidays, counting down the days until Thanksgiving arrives and anxiously awaiting the time until we see our families ... and then the actual occasion turns out to be more stressful and less relaxing than we...

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7 Thoughts About Governmental Health Regulations

Did you read that title and think "oh boy, here's a big can of worms?"  I did too - there are so many controversial topics that I feel need to be discussed, and I always file them on my "Blog Ideas" document to save for a day when I can do a better job at posting my...

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7 Thoughts About The Changing American Diet Scorecard

I hope you're enjoying your weekend!  Yesterday for me was a full Saturday (which you probably already know if you follow me on Instagram!): I supported a friend at the first yoga class she taught, went to a friend's baby shower, and went to the Dallas Mavericks game...

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Apple Zucchini Breakfast Muffins and Protein Powder Review!

Happy Foodie Friday, and Happy 100th Post to The Lyons' Share!  It seems like just yesterday that I started the blog, but it also feels like it's been an important part of my life forever!  I truly appreciate all of you who read, comment, share, email, and send smoke...

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Creamy Parsnip Apple Soup

Everyone could use a little humor on Friday, so let me show you what I have to deal with when my husband and I are halfway across the country from each other during the week and entertaining each other via email ... Kevin sent me this yesterday with the title "For...

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Treat Yourself to Some Chocolate! (Giveaway!)

It's no secret that I love chocolate ... because I have something sweet every single night, dark chocolate is often in the rotation.  It tastes so decadent, a little goes a long way, and it's a great way to treat myself!  (picture source) Luckily for me given my treat...

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The Benefits of Compression {Giveaway!}

In my post on preparing for race day, I mentioned that I always wear compression socks before and after a race or hard workout (or whenever my legs need a bit of recovery help).  After a race, I literally put them on as soon as I get out of the shower, sleep with them...

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