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4 minimum requirements for vibrant living…are you meeting them?

by Lisa

Written by Lisa Byrne of WellGrounded Life A few weeks ago I was walking out of my children’s preschool when I bumped into another mom I’ve known casually over the past two years. We stopped to say hello and catch up a bit, and the conversation moved into talking about my business. As I was [...]

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How to avoid the after school slump (and grump) with these fruit and veggie snacks

by Lisa

Written by Lisa Byrne of Well Grounded Life. There is just something about that after school hour that can get dicey. It’s a natural lull in the day, and this low energy often means a mood crash.  And if you have kids in school, the transition home from school just adds to the perfect storm. I’ve [...]

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6 Tricks for Making Sensational Green Smoothies

by Lisa

The buzz about green smoothies is everywhere these days.  And it is absolutely true; they are nutritional powerhouses. But if you’re a busy mom, it needs to be quick, easy, and tasty to the whole family to make it really work for you. This video will showcase my six best tips for making green smoothies [...]

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The Great Sugar Detox: C’mon, You Know You Need It!

by Lisa

Note from Tsh: I’m so excited to share this guest post from Lisa, Simple Mom’s health contributor. I consider Lisa my go-to health consultant, and I personally have benefited so much from what she’s taught me. And she is right on the money with today’s insanely important topic. Written by health contributor Lisa Byrne of [...]

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16 Energy Boosters That Won’t Leave You Depleted

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Written by health contributor Lisa Byrne of The Well-Grounded Life. Do you feel exhausted at the end of your day? Do you need that first cup of coffee in the morning to “get going?” Do you experience dips in your energy mid-morning or mid-afternoon? If your answer is yes, read on, because your body is [...]

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The Truth that No One Admits About New Year’s Resolutions

by Lisa

The following is written by health columnist Lisa Byrne of The Well Grounded Life. It happens every year. Right about now, the gyms that were once hopping on Jan 2 are getting quieter and quieter. The brand new yoga pants are spending more time in the closet than in class.  And ice cream sales are [...]

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3 Ways to Naturally Beat the Winter Blues

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The following is written by health columnist Lisa Byrne of The Well Grounded Life. I notice the changes each year as the days get shorter.  I feel more tired and sluggish during the day, my patience wears a bit more thin, irritability intensifies, and there is a distinct lull and lethargy about my moods. I [...]

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