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Infographic Sundays – The 14 Sweet Facts About Sugar Edition

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
I think we all know this by now, right? Too much sugar is bad. Sweets should be consumed in moderation. Sugar can be hidden in foods that aren’t sweet. Here’s 14 facts you may or may not known about sugar. To view the larger image, just click on the picture, or click here.   via...
Coconut Oil Health Articles & Recipes Health, Wellness, & Nutrition

Coconut Oil and Alzheimer’s – New and Exciting Research

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
There  is so much information being published right now about the positive effects of coconut oil and Alzheimer’s sufferers. This is an area that I am still learning about, but I am sharing the information I find with as many people as possible. I don’t personally know anyone who is suffering with Alzheimer’s, but many of you do and this...
Beverages & Smoothies

How to Add Coconut Oil to Smoothies Without Clumping

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
One of the questions that I get asked most often is how to add coconut oil to smoothies without it clumping. Nothing is more unappetizing than getting a hard chunk of oil stuck in your straw while you’re sipping on your smoothie. This fun, short video from Tropical Traditions shows us how it’s done!
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The Saturated Fat Myth – Eat More Butter (and Coconut Oil)!

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
This post contains no new, earth shattering information. It’s just resources that I have collected over the years to help people understand that we have been fed a load of bologna regarding saturated fats. I have written several posts that get a lot of discussion about whether saturated fats are healthy. These are the three that get the most commentary: Coconut...
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Rich and Creamy Homemade Alfredo Sauce Recipe

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
One of my favorite indulgences is super rich and creamy fettuccine Alfredo. Since I don’t often eat pasta, this is truly a treat whenever I do make it. This Alfredo sauce is so easy to whip together. Cook some noodles (or, if you’re grain free like me, you can use veggies or kelp noodles), while you’re...