Quick and Easy Gluten-Free Seafood Pasta
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Quick and Easy Gluten-Free Seafood Pasta

June 11, 2014
Many years ago, pasta cooked with seafood was my solution when I wanted something that tasted great without spending much time in the kitchen. Pasta cooks quickly and is delicious; seafood cooks even more quickly and is even more delicious. It’s almost like cheating in the way that you can have a memorable meal in a manner of minutes. While pasta is rarely on our dinner table these days, we still miss the convenience of a quick Italian-style dinner. So from time to time I’ll whip something...
Setting Out and Starting Out
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Setting Out and Starting Out

June 10, 2014
I remember graduating from Longwood University like it was yesterday. Those last papers, senior week, and packing up that college apartment that had truly become my home. It was a whirlwind of meaningful moments and books with dog-eared pages. Underneath my cap and gown, I wore a dress borrowed from my best friend Emma; and my parents brought me a bouquet of flowers.It doesn't feel like four years have passed, but then again, sometimes it does. Two offices and a coffee shop. One master's degree. Three cities, two ...
Real People, Real Paleo: Natalie Bridges
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Real People, Real Paleo: Natalie Bridges

June 10, 2014
“Real People, Real Paleo” is a series of posts written by real people who were inspired to share their paleo story with you.  There is such diversity in the challenges that bring us to a paleo diet and lifestyle and in what we hope to achieve by adopting them.  These stories are intended to be a place of inspiration, written by real people, showing the diversity of our needs and our approaches to this way of eating and living, and explaining how each individual’s implementation of paleo meets their needs.  ...
Simple Summer Salad
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Simple Summer Salad

June 10, 2014
bursting with goodness Getting back into the kitchen took a while after Dog’s death. On the first attempt, I opened the fridge and dissolved into tears. The second time, I made it as far as the chopping board before falling apart. (we ate a lot of meals out last week). The problem is that no other place in the house has as many memories for me. Even now, a week later, I can still almost see him out of the corner of my eye – impatiently waiting for his ...
Recipe: Paleo Spiralized Sweet Potato Fries
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Recipe: Paleo Spiralized Sweet Potato Fries

June 10, 2014
This is one of those recipes that isn't actually a recipe, you just make it one lazy Sunday and love it so much that you write it down to remind yourself to make it again. Because I have this little hand-held spiral vegetable slicer, these sweet potato fries were a bit on the thin side and almost would have made a better topping on a salad or something instead of an actual side dish, but man are they delicious. Garnished with some fresh cilantro and some Sriracha mayo, they...
I Went…I Ate…I Moved On
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I Went…I Ate…I Moved On

June 10, 2014
Last week I took a road trip with my son from North Carolina to my home state of New Jersey. It was my son’s spring break, and I figured it was a great time to visit my family and give us all an opportunity to spend some time together. My father is currently going through a health hurdle, and I wanted my son and me to be there to lend some support. While I was there I wrote the following that was shared with a Facebook group that I ...
My Whole30 Recap
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My Whole30 Recap

June 10, 2014
For the 2nd time this year, Ron and I participated in the Whole30 program.  We started a month before the official August 1st start date because we knew that the month of August would involve some (ours!) birthday celebrations.  We actually ended up eating “on plan” 56 of the 60 days, and 48 days straight. […]
If I could write a letter to my younger self
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If I could write a letter to my younger self

June 9, 2014
I am the mother (and mother figure) to six beautiful, talented, hysterically funny, amazing girls, age 7-17.  They make me laugh, cry, and want to throw things across a room. I adore these beings more than the air I breathe. But I noticed something lately. I have been overhearing little comments about “thigh gaps” “abs” and seeing their friends’ social media complaints; “why did you post that?? I look so dumb there! My eyes are different sizes,  I have a giant pimple! My hair looks ratchet! (Which I ...
Good Medicine for Erectile Dysfunction and Men’s Reproductive Health
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Good Medicine for Erectile Dysfunction and Men’s Reproductive Health

June 8, 2014
Previously I discussed how the Paleo Diet could be beneficial for couples with infertility problems. Let’s not forget infertility is a two sided coin involving health issues which may affect sexual activity and reproduction in both males and females. In this blog I will focus upon a number of recent scientific studies which confirm that male reproductive health (including sperm quality, quantity and erectile function) are closely associated with diet and overall health. Infertility affects 10-15{4dd43735419885e2296c717ac798d5bb3483a708b4c1340b99a8b965668bd4df} of reproductive aged couples in the U.S.1, 2 as well as 60-80 million couples worldwide...
Eat your Boogers, Spanish Sunshine and Reflections on Motherhood
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Eat your Boogers, Spanish Sunshine and Reflections on Motherhood

June 8, 2014
Hold the phone! It's May and I've totally fallen off the wagon with blog posts. It's been a busy spring here in Midwife land....I've caught a lot of babies recently and even squeaked in a week- long climbing trip to Spain (I wish I could have stayed a month!). While I work on a more intelligent post, here's a few things of things that have caught my attention lately. Mark Sisson's Post on "How to Establish a Healthy Gut in your Primal Baby ". I've talked about this ...
My "Quick" Response to, "Being Gluten Free is Dumb – and Gluten Intolerance May Not Even Exist"
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My "Quick" Response to, "Being Gluten Free is Dumb – and Gluten Intolerance May Not Even Exist"

June 8, 2014
Title image from the original article, to read it, click hereIt seems like the recent explosion in gluten awareness, growing gluten-free menus, and increasing options for those who would like to avoid toxic plant proteins is inspiring a backlash. These "gluten deniers" are vehemently opposed to the idea that gluten should be avoided by anyone who isn't bleeding out of their intestines (ie. has diagnosed Celiac's disease").One such gluten denier named Casey Chan wrote a piece titled, "Being gluten free is dumb—and gluten intolerance may not even exist....
Salmon Seaweed Curry
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Salmon Seaweed Curry

June 8, 2014
I recently used up the package of dulse flakes that had taken up permanent residence in our pantry.  I’m embarrassed to say that I  purchased that seaweed back when we were members of the Life Grocery Coop in Marietta, and that was back when I worked off of Powers Ferry Road when I could make a quick […]
Apple Pumpkin Latkes
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Apple Pumpkin Latkes

June 8, 2014
You see that yummy ad right up there? Yeah, cookies are off limits right now but if you weren’t crazypants like we are and did a no-sugar through the holiday thing, you can go check them all out. But don’t tell me how awesome they are, because I’ll cutchoo. The only sugar we’re allowed to have (and only because we CrossFit) is one serving of a green apple and one serving of an approved starch (sweet potato, butternut squash, pumpkin) per day. Which basically means...
Throwback Thursday, a Love Letter to the CrossFit Coach
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Throwback Thursday, a Love Letter to the CrossFit Coach

June 8, 2014
I recently stumbled across this picture taken of me in June 2011, about 3 months before I started doing CrossFit. I was probably sitting somewhere around 40{4dd43735419885e2296c717ac798d5bb3483a708b4c1340b99a8b965668bd4df}+ body fat.I had two gorgeous daughters, but physically, life was not fun. I remember feeling winded from the slightest activities, like tall flights of stairs. Clothes never fit right, and dressing rooms were a nemesis. I simply wasn't comfortable in my own skin.I had never been athletically gifted; even though I did swim team and soccer in high school and a year of ...
Top 5 Paleo Super Bowl Snacks
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Top 5 Paleo Super Bowl Snacks

June 8, 2014
While the Super Bowl is know as an all-American day of football. It is just as known for a feast of sinful goodies that you munch on for the many hours of game play. Don't let this holiday get you off track. These 5 recipes will be a touchdown for Paleo and non-Paleo guests alike!For even more fabulous football food ideas, get a copy of Paleo Happy Hour! in the back of the book I feature a party menu called the "Football Feast"!Here are my top 5 Paleo ...
Mustaches are Paleo!
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Mustaches are Paleo!

June 7, 2014
It’s scientifically proven that mustaches make you more Paleo. Back in Paleolithic days, shaving was way out of style,  everyone wore mustaches- men, women, even kids wore caterpillars above their lips… it’s science, look it up. Now it’s your turn. While, October was about saving boobs, November is about man parts! Movember is an international, maybe intergalactic, movement to raise money for prostate cancer research. We’d like to encourage all PaleoBlockheads to register on the Movember site. More Science Content – Growing your ‘stache WILL...
Ancient Genes vs Modern World – an event you must attend!
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Ancient Genes vs Modern World – an event you must attend!

June 7, 2014
When I first moved to New Zealand, I decided that I was going to make a concerted effort to connect with like-minded practitioners. I wanted to be part of a strong community of health folk. What I didn’t know was how amazing my new-found health-nerd friends would be. Actually, I tell a lie. I had an inkling of their awesomeness.  Sometimes (often) my images have no relevance to the topic. I
Other stuff from this week…
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Other stuff from this week…

June 7, 2014
On my mind:We've moved. We downsized. It was a lot of work, but it was worth it. I’m talking about the move being over, the real work has barely begun. Let’s call this project house #1. I am excited. Time will tell how long we will stay. The biggest drawback is my husband’s commute is even suckier than before. Mine is about the same, which is not ideal, either, but doable. I realize all I really need is my family together (which I have), and it is a happy ...
Green bean casserole
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Green bean casserole

June 7, 2014
Creamy Green Bean CasseroleI've seen a lot of versions of green bean casseroles that don't quite look like that old-time favorite. In this recipe, I really try to capture the flavor of the original dish. I think it turns out amazing!Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 40 minutesIngredients:4 cups frozen green beans, thawed and drained or 2 cans green beans, drained (or fresh green beans cooked)2 cups mushrooms½ onion½ teaspoon olive oil⅛ cup tapioca flour1 can beef broth plus ¼ cup beef broth1 cup coconut milk1 cup sweet potato, cooked1 cup pork ...