3 things you should know before starting a low-carb, high-fat diet

3 things you should know before starting a low-carb, high-fat diet

Since the Atkins diet began in the 1960s, low-carb, high-fat (LCHF) diets have been popular. Today, the ketogenic diet, another LCHF diet, is still trending on TikTok. These promise faster, easier weight loss without the need to count calories. But like any diet, a low-carb, high-fat eating plan has its own considerations and potential risks. … Read more

Common stages of weight loss: how to understand your journey

Common stages of weight loss: how to understand your journey

Are you frustrated that your weight loss is stagnating? You’re not alone. The weight loss process sometimes follows a two-phase pattern: a rapid initial phase driven by the burning of stored sugars and the release of water, followed by a plateau. This slowdown is normal and can be overcome with the right strategies. Understanding that … Read more

Studio Organization: Custom Storage for My Jewelry Making Supplies

Studio Organization: Custom Storage for My Jewelry Making Supplies

I finally got around to organizing my studio and started organizing supplies for my current favorite hobby: jewelry making. I didn’t realize how many supplies and beads I had accumulated until I started planning how I was going to organize them. But I came up with a way to organize everything that I’m really excited … Read more

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27 ideas for painting leaves – DIY and crafts

27 ideas for painting leaves – DIY and crafts

Modified: August 18, 2024 by Melanie Swanson · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a comment Leaves aren’t just nature’s way of keeping trees alive; they can also be the canvas for your next art project. As the seasons change and leaves fall, why not capture their beauty in a unique and lasting … Read more

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60 recipe ideas for a healthy breakfast

60 recipe ideas for a healthy breakfast

Stuck in a breakfast rut? Find over 60 healthy breakfast ideas below! With sweet, savory, easy, and make-ahead options, we have something for everyone. And just like that, it’s back to school time! I’m getting the fall recipe calendar organized, getting ready to test, photograph, and share a ton of new ideas. For us, this … Read more

Soothe Back-to-School Worries: DIY Worry Monsters

Soothe Back-to-School Worries: DIY Worry Monsters

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. This means we may receive a small commission if you choose to purchase something through a link we post (including links to amazon.com because we are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program). Don’t worry, it won’t cost you anything. Three words that scare me. Is … Read more

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Five grasscloth options for our bedroom walls

Five grasscloth options for our bedroom walls

In case you haven’t heard, we’re turning our current gym into our bedroom. So I’ve been trying to put together a decorating plan for that room so I’ll be ready to implement it as soon as the new flooring and subfloor have been installed and I’ve had a chance to stain and seal the new … Read more

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What is stress acne?

What is stress acne?

What is stress acne? Acne due to stress It is a type of acne It gets worse when you’re under stressWhen you are stressed, your body releases corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH), which triggers your sebaceous glands To produce more tallow. This extra oil clogs your pores and leads to sprouts In your face and bodyespecially in … Read more