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fwords to live by fwordstoliveby nutrition facts Nov 06, 2024

People eat a lot of cereal. I get it. When my girls were little it was:

  • Quick and convenient
  • Affordable
  • A good snack 
  • Sweet and nostalgic

But today we know better. Or at least we should. I’m spilling the beans on the truth about what cereal companies claim as heart healthy.

🍯 The Truth Abo...

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Stylish (and Cozy) Halloween Fashion Tips for the Fall Season fall fashion fwords to live by fwordstoliveby halloween dressing Oct 30, 2024

Here are some stylish and cozy Halloween fashion tips for the fall season that offer a festive touch while keeping comfort in mind:

  1. Halloween-Inspired Color Palette
  • Incorporate autumnal tones like burnt orange, deep purple, rich burgundy, and classic black for a Halloween-inspired look with...
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Kick the Sugar Habit fwords to live by fwordstoliveby sugar addiction Oct 16, 2024

Kicking the sugar habit is essential for numerous health and wellness reasons. While sugar may offer a quick energy boost, its long-term effects can be harmful to both physical and mental health. Here's why it's important to reduce or eliminate excess sugar from your diet:

  1. Prevents Weight Gain a...
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5 Tips to Transition from Summer to Fall fwords to live by fwordstoliveby summer to fall sweater weather transition to fall Oct 09, 2024

Are you seeing the glimpse of fall? The weather is cool in the morning and evenings but hot at midday and afternoon. 

When temperatures fluctuate like this it’s important to know how to roll with the changes. 

Today I’m sharing my easiest ways to mix and match summer and fall for these types of da...

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Focus on the “Paw”sitive fwords to live by fwordstoliveby positive thinking positivity Sep 11, 2024

During the pandemic, my entire family was under one roof (a COVID silver lining). Both our daughters lived on different coasts and while home convinced their dad we needed to adopt a dog. The challenge was our 16 year- old cat – how would he handle it?

The girls won – as they usually do – and we ad...

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Stress: The Root of all Disease fwords to live by stress Sep 04, 2024

Stressed spelled backwards is Desserts. Maybe it’s time to treat yourself to a break. Let’s dive into how stress affects the body, what illnesses could be the root cause, and how to manage it for better health.

How Stress Affects the Body

When you experience stress, your body undergoes a series of...

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A Guide to Better Living better living fwords to live by fwordstoliveby health and wellness Aug 21, 2024

A well-rounded wellness routine can help you manage stress, boost your energy, and improve your physical and mental health. Whether you are just beginning your wellness journey or looking for ways to enhance your current habits, this guide will explain why a wellness routine is essential and how to ...

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Style in Transition: How to Revamp Your Wardrobe While Losing Weight fwords to live by fwordstoliveby transitional dressing Aug 14, 2024

Embarking on a weight loss journey is a significant commitment to improving your health and well-being. As your body transforms, so do your wardrobe's needs. Transitioning your clothing during weight loss can be a fun and empowering experience, allowing you to celebrate milestones and showcase your ...

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Say this instead… fwords to live by fwordstoliveby positivity self talk self-care Aug 07, 2024

It is amazing what swapping one word can do for a statement you say to yourself. These are simple but not always easy to remember. If you find yourself saying something negative, write the positive on a post-it note as a remainder.

  1. “I have to do that.” Say instead “I get to do that.” Changing tha
  2. ...
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Feeling beautiful is a choice, YOU get to choose! fwords to live by fwordstoliveby Jul 31, 2024

Are you ready to make some decisions? The decision that you are beautiful just as you are? I know we don’t always feel good about ourselves. But if you don’t love yourself as you are now, change will not happen for you. I know the better you feel the better everything gets. So, let’s make some decis...

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10 Tips for Looking & Feeling Younger fwords to live by fwordstoliveby look younger Jul 10, 2024

Having enough energy to do all you want in a day is a basic human need. So often when a woman starts the FASTer Way to Fat Loss, she expresses her desire to have more energy.

After working with women for over 40 years, I can confidently give you the tips I’ve seen transform a woman’s energy. Do it...

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Being Green is the new Red, White and Blue fwords to live by fwordstoliveby sustainability sustainable clothing Jun 26, 2024

I don’t know of a single woman who hasn’t made bad clothing choices. Do you have clothing in your closet with tags still on it? Do you have clothing in your closet you have never worn? Studies have shown that women wear 20% of their clothing 80% of the time. Would you agree?

Since Covid, priorities...

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