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7 Calming Foods [Eating for Anxiety]

Sometimes there is just too much noise in your head. Stress places an additional demand on our bodies, in terms of nutrition. In times of (for most of us, constant) stress, there is an increase in adrenal gland activity (stress hormones) and utilization of vitamins and minerals, e.g. vitamin C, vitamin E, magnesium, potassium and micronutrients, which further accelerates our bodies metabolism of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. This is our body producing quick energy to overcome stress. We need better nutrition when we are stressed or dealing with anxiety, but unfortunately it may be our natural reaction to do just the opposite and eat less or eat junk food as a coping mechanism. Research shows that some foods act as...

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Weekly Menu

These Weekly Menu recipes allow you to get out of that same ol recipe rut and try some delicious and easy dishes! This week I highly recommend making the Double Chocolate Flourless Brownies, Pierogi Pizza and the Sheet Pan Savory Brown Sugar Pork Tenderloin with Hasselback Potatoes and Stuffed Mushrooms! Happy Sunday and Happy Groundhog day TKW Family! So apparently were going to have an early spring as the little furry fat rat thing didnt see his shadow. We shall see as I woke up this morning to a beautiful blanket of snow on the grounds. And todays the Super Bowl too. I will have it on but most likely in the background as Im not into it. And with...

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Baked Chicken Thighs with the Most AMAZING Glaze!

Baked Chicken Thighs are tender, juicy chicken thighs baked in an AMAZING glaze mixture of Italian seasoning,Dijonmustard, sweet honey a pinch of spice and garlic cloves. This is a MUST make family meal! Chicken thighs have so much tender, juicy meat on them! If you love chicken thighs as much as I do try thisSlow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs and Veggie, Lemon Garlic Butter Herb Chicken with Asparagus or Roasted Honey Garlic Butter Chicken. Baked Chicken Thighs with the Most Amazing Glaze This is it! This is the recipe that is a staple in our home. It is simple to make, easy to whisk together and has the BEST results! This baked chicken is more than AMAZING. It is...

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Spicy Steak Ramen Noodles

Spicy Steak Ramen NoodlesSpicy Steak Ramen Noodles - ready to eat in under 15 minutes! Only 7 ingredients! Such a great weeknight meal!! Skirt steak, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, onion, vinegar, ramen noodles and green onions for garnish. Can add green beans, broccoli, mushrooms, or asparagus. This is a great way to use up leftover steak. We ate this twice in one week. Everyone LOVES this easy noodle bowl!! #steak #asian #ramen #noodles #recipeEasy Weeknight MealThis Spicy Steak Ramen is a weeknight favorite! It only takes about 15 minutes to make and tastes great! Skirt steak simmered in hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, onion, garlic, and a touch of brown sugar and tossed with ramen noodles. I could seriously eat...

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Pasta with Kale and White Beans

This is one of our favorite meals which we usually eat over the winter months. This time we used a special German heirloom kale variety called Lippische Palme. During the winter this kale turns into a dark violet-green color. It looks lovely in the garden, is healthy and tastes great in many meals. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 8 ounces pasta, we used whole wheat penne 1 bunch 14 ounce kale 2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 red bell pepper, de-seeded and cut in bite sized pieces 1 medium onion 2 cloves garlic teaspoom red pepper flakes 2 cups canned white beans, drained and rinsed 10-12 cherry tomatoes, halved salt and pepper to taste non-dairy Parmesan Directions: De-seed and chop the red...

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