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The beverage industry is changing fast and not always for the better. In this week’s Food News You Can Use, I break down the latest beverage trends so you’ll know what to sip and what to skip.

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Food News: The Truth Behind Today's Trending Beverages
There’s a lot happening in the world of beverages right now, from the rise of electrolyte-infused drinks to the latest acquisitions in the wellness drink market, and even new trends in coffee substitu...
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September 2, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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Our society is built for early birds, but genetically you might be something different. Read on to learn more.

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Food News: Are You an Early Bird or Night Owl?
Your Body Clock Might Have the Answer for Your Wellbeing
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August 19, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Reading Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve, I'm struck insights on how Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, & smart devices can affect our health. I’m sharing simple ways to lower electromagnetic exposure

#SustainableLiving #MindfulConsumption #WellnessJourney #DIYSolutions #HealthyEating

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Food News: What's in your home that could be stressing your nervous system?
The invisible stressor you can't see
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August 13, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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The evolving journey of the Healthy Readers

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Six Years, Sixty-Some Books, and a Lot of Marginalia
We've moved, you're welcome to join us!
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August 12, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Brain health is getting a lot of attention these days. It turns out what you eat can have more of an impact on how well your brain does. Read the article to learn more.

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Friday Food News Extra: Is This Diet Good For Your Cognitive Health?
Chances are you’ve heard of the Mediterranean diet, maybe you’ve even tried it yourself.
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July 25, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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I took a couple of weeks off. This is what I’ve been up to, how the newsletter is changing, and then all the usual stuff.

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Food News: A Quiet Pause
A Quiet Pause
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July 8, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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It's World Bee Day, I’m reflecting on how pollinators, sustainable food practices, and mindful consumption are all deeply connected to the health of our bodies and our planet.

#SustainableLiving #CleanEating #MindfulConsumption #FoodNews #WellnessJourney

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Food News: World Bee Day, Quick Fix Weight Loss and Brand Stretching
Given that about 80% of our agriculture is pollinated by bees, today is a great day to reflect on and appreciate these, and other, hardworking pollinators that are the foundation of most of our food s...
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May 19, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Are you always snacking or eating lots of small meals because you’ve been told it’s “healthier”? Join me as I break down this trend w/a dose of common sense.

#NutritionTrends #HealthyEating #MealFrequency #MindfulConsumption #WellnessJourney

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Article: The Health Challenges of Eating Too Many Small Meals
We often hear the advice to “eat small meals throughout the day” as a way to boost metabolism, manage hunger, or maintain energy.
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May 15, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Sharing creative, sustainable ways to use leftovers—yes, there's a comforting pot pie recipe included! And why reusing leftovers is smart, eco-friendly and supports both wellness.

#CleanEating #SustainableLifestyle #DIYSolutions #MindfulConsumption #HealthyEating

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Recipe: Smart ways to use leftovers
My thoughts on leftovers, a pot pie recipe, and more recipe links
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May 14, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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This week we're looking at foreign farmland ownership, the energy drink boom, & the rise of mini meals.

#MindfulConsumption #FoodSovereignty #SustainableLiving #HealthNews #WellnessJourney

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Food News: Foreign Land Ownership, Mini Meals, and More Energy Drinks?
The Debate Over Foreign Farmland Ownership
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May 12, 2025 at 11:37 PM
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I'm sharing how yr microbiome impacts more than digestion, it shapes your immunity, mood, and long-term vitality. Let’s explore gut-friendly foods, holistic nutrition, & DIY solutions.

#GutHealth #SustainableLiving #CleanEating #WellnessJourney #MindfulConsumption

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Article: Gut Health Is More Than Digestion
This month I'm focusing on Gut Health, so it’s the perfect time to give your gut some love.
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May 9, 2025 at 2:48 AM
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Part three of the Thai-inspired menu, a dessert duo w/warm, caramelized grilled pineapple with a creamy, nutrient-packed chia pudding. This treat is both nourishing and indulgent.

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Recipe: Thai Inspired Menu - Part Three - Dessert
Subtext: A light, refreshing, flavorful finish to our Thai inspired menu
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May 6, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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This week I dive into how a mindful corner can recharge your nervous system, plus a look at new FDA food labeling rules and the rising cost of baked goods due to global tariffs.

#MindfulConsumption #CleanEating #WellnessJourney #FoodSafety #DIYsolutions

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Food News: Wellness corner, FDA mandated Front of Package Labeling, and Tariffs Could Cost Baking Industry
Do you have a wellness space in your home?
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May 5, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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This week I dive into futuristic inventions, sustainable living wins, and unexpected nutrition insights—from monarch-friendly gardens to the gut-brain connection in an orange

#SustainableLiving #CleanEating #MindfulConsumption #HealthNews #DIYWellness

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Friday Food News: Star Trek, Monarch Butterflies, and Citrus Fruit
From sci-fi dreams to everyday reality — discover how Star Trek’s imagination shaped our world! Plus other stuff :-)
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May 2, 2025 at 10:58 PM
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Holistic health is more than just what you eat and drink. It’s the idea of looking at you as a whole being and the things that support your overall wellness. So yes, arts and crafts are a holistically health practice. Read on to learn more.

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Article: Arts and Crafts Can Boost Your Well-Being
I often refer to myself as a serial crafter...
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May 1, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Here's the main dish for my Thai inspired menu! While most people have a preference for chicken breasts over thighs I promise this flavorful dish is best when made with boneless skinless thighs.

#RealFood #Delicious #RealFoodRecipe

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Recipe: Thai Inspired Menu - Part Two - Main dish
A quick and easy main dish for our Thai-inspired menu
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April 29, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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In this week's Substack I’m sharing 10 budget-friendly emergency preparedness tips that fit perfectly into a sustainable, eco-friendly lifestyle—without draining your wallet.
#SustainableLiving #EmergencyPreparedness #MindfulConsumption #SelfSufficiency #GreenLiving
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Budget Friendly Preparedness Tips, Dietary Fiber, and Nature's Pain Relief
Practical tips to help you prepare for anything — without stretching your budget or your peace of mind
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April 28, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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This week's amusing, and amazing, Healthy Readers Book Club Roundup. Read all about it.

#HRBC #BookClub #HealthyReaders

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Healthy Readers Weekly Roundup #14
A secret about sweeteners, pricey saffron, and my cookbook collection
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April 27, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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Friday Food News:
- A Fun Spring Self Care Strategy
- How Metal Tariffs Could Affect Your Grocery Bill
- Safety Threats From Meat Industry

Read for more weekly insights!

#CleanEating #SustainableLiving #FoodSafety #MindfulConsumption #WellnessJourney

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Friday Food News: A Fun Spring Self Care Strategy, How Metal Tariffs Could Affect Your Grocery Bill, Safety Threats From Meat Industry
Create a Spring Vision Board
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April 25, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Talking about how science says English and Klingon sound the same to your brain! Exploring new languages supports brain health and enhances your wellness journey. Read and join the conversation!

#WellnessJourney #HealthNews #SustainableLifestyle #BrainHealth

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Article: Do English and Klingon Sound The Same To Your Brain? Science Says Yes!
The ability to speak more than one language has long been shown to be good for your brain.
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April 24, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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This week is a Thai-inspired menu that’s full of flavor and supports a clean eating lifestyle. Starting w/a zingy cucumber salad, every dish is simple, nourishing, and delicious.

#CleanEating #SustainableLiving #HealthyEating #MindfulConsumption #HomemadeRecipes

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Recipe: Thai Inspired Menu - Part One - Salads
A flavorful and easy meal with recipes for a full Thai-inspired menu
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April 22, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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This week- holistic strategies for Candida, the controversy around PepsiCo's $2B Poppi acquisition, and the gut-healing potential of rosemary and sage.

#GutHealth #HolisticNutrition #MindfulConsumption #CleanEating #SustainableLiving

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Food News: Holistic Health Strategies for Candida, Poppi Acquisition, and Herbs for Gut Health
A Holistic Health Approach for Candida Overgrowth
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April 21, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Ketchup, more ketchup, wartime rationing, and an egg free dairy free cake recipe

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Healthy Readers Book Club Weekly Roundup #13
Ketchup, more ketchup, and a wartime cake recipe
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April 19, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Tempted by TikTok's latest viral food trend? This Friday Food News is your reality check. For mindful consumption, clean eating, & sustainable food choices this is the newsletter for you.
#CleanEating #MindfulConsumption #FoodSafety #WellnessJourney #HealthNews

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Friday Food News: Tik Tok Food Trends That Flopped, BMI is Wrong, and Kraft Heinz Doesn't Do It Again
TikTok Food Trends That Flopped
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April 19, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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This essay is about one of my favorite homes from when we lived in Vermont. The house was a 1902 Queen Anne in serious need of love and restoration. We had many wonderful adventures raising our children there. This is simply one part of the story.

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Essay: My Kingdom For a Closet
This essay is about one of my favorite homes from when we lived in Vermont.
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April 15, 2025 at 7:46 PM