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5 Tips to Balance Hormones Naturally
Looking for natural ways to balance your hormones? Hormones — such as testosterone, estrogen, adrenaline, insulin, and cortisol — are the...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Apr 7, 20212 min read


What is going on with my hormones?
At different points in life, your hormone levels will shift. These shifts may happen before or after your periods, during pregnancy, or...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Mar 17, 20211 min read


Fat-Boosting Herbal Tea
Rooibos Tea While rooibos tea is technically an herbal drink, it’s making waves in the weight loss community. Because it contains...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Jul 7, 20201 min read


Weight Loss Smoothie Bowl
Smoothie bowls are a great way to lose weight when incorporated into a healthy diet plan. Smoothie bowls are simply smoothies blended...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Jul 7, 20201 min read


Obesity and Heart Disease- Why Your Weight Matters
Heart attacks are still the number one cause of death in America today and obesity is one of the leading causes of heart attacks. This...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Jun 17, 20202 min read


5 Foods That Burn Fat and Fuel Weight Loss
Losing weight seems to be on the top of the list for a lot of people but sometimes it is difficult to do. Eating healthy and exercising...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Jun 2, 20202 min read


Frozen Coffee Smoothie
Summertime is here and so is the "need" for delicious cold drinks. However, most of those coffee indulgences come loaded with sugar and...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
May 30, 20201 min read


Is Estrogen Dominance Making You Gain Weight?
Did you know that 75% of women over the age of 40 have too much fat-packing estrogen in their system because of a GI glitch? During...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
May 30, 20202 min read


Three Ways To Preserve Vitamin C Content In Your Food
Vitamin C is so important for a healthy immune system. Fresh fruits and vegetables contain various amounts of this precious vitamin but...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
May 8, 20202 min read

Whole Grain Cheesy Casserole Bread
This makes a great addition to any dinner menu. I used 2 cups of freshly milled spelt flour in this recipe. It is delicious and so easy!...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
May 6, 20201 min read

Best Apple Pie
I know....I know....you are looking at this recipe and may be asking the question, "So when does apple pie count as healthy?" While this...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Apr 29, 20202 min read

Easy Pie Crust
3/4 freshly ground whole wheat flour 3/4 organic all purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 sticks of chilled butter, cubed 2 to 4 tablespoons...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Apr 28, 20201 min read


Three Easy Steps to Lower Cholesterol without Medication
If your cholesterol numbers are less than ideal on your recent lab results then this is could be great news for you! There are three easy...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Apr 24, 20202 min read


Why I grind my own flour instead of buying it...
Whole grains are a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals and are a true superfood but to maximize the health benefits you must use the...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Apr 20, 20201 min read


Simple Homemade Granola
Making your own granola is so easy and delicious! With 5 or 6 simple ingredients you can feed your family a wholesome and nutritious...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Apr 20, 20201 min read


Strawberries and cream probiotic smoothie
This smoothie is filled with probiotics and healthy fats that nourish a healthy digestive system. Experts agree that health begins in the...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Apr 16, 20201 min read


Immune Boosting Smoothie
Smoothies are a wonderful way to get more nutrition into your daily diet by incorporating fresh and frozen fruit and veggies. A good...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Apr 16, 20201 min read


Vitamin C deficiency weakens healthy immune responses
Vitamin C, also known as “Ascorbic Acid” is a water-soluble vitamin that helps to boost and maintain a healthy immune system. Vitamin C...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Apr 16, 20201 min read


Q-Tips: Healthful tips to help you keep from "tipping" the scale while quarantined
Is staying at home becoming hazardous to your health? According to a recent University of Utah study: People with severe obesity (body...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Apr 14, 20204 min read


Healthy Eating: An Apple a Day Goes a Long Way
Apples are an excellent source of antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins C, K, and potassium. They are also a great source of dietary fiber...
Happy Spurling, CFMC, CNHP, CNC, & BCHHP
Nov 19, 20191 min read
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