Art Display in Rose Park

Washington, DC, is replete with beauty. These pictures are from a display in Rose Park (mostly between M Street and P Street) by artist, Kiril Jeliazkov. There are 81 panels to see and will only be available until June 7, 2018. Check out this write-up in the Georgetowner. 

Certified Nutrition Specialist!

While it has been "official" since April 3, 2018...it is nice to finally have it in my hands! Now, just waiting for the District of Columbia licensing to come in the mail.

Walking Berlin

We explored the wonderful city of Berlin, Germany, last week while I was on a mission trip for work. The city has a painful past, but a vibrant vibe. The weather was ideal (60s and then into the 80s). It is very walkable and there is so much to see, parks to enjoy, and tons of cafes and shops. I highly recommend it.

English is not everywhere, as you might expect from a capital city or major European city. I was happy that our hotel (Radisson) had extensive allergy information at their restaurants--very helpful! Steven tried many pastries and treats. I ate more than my weight in pork, liverwurst, and chicken. So good.

7 Nutrients for a Thriving Thyroid

Do you suffer from a thyroid condition? Proper nutrition helps support this powerhouse gland. 

This article, 7 Nutrients for a Thriving Thyroid, provides a thyroid overview, along with the top 7 nutrients you need to support it: glutathione, iron, magnesium, selenium, thiamine, vitamin D, and zinc. 

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Kale Meatballs--Yes, Really!

These delicious kale meatballs are going to rock your world! No one will ever guess they are gluten free, dairy free, low histamine, and hiding kale--an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory superhero. These meatballs--and who doesn't love meatballs--are nutrient-dense and super scrumptious. I recommend double or triple batching with different ground meats so you can freeze and have on hand when needed...i.e., often!

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4 Apps for Gluten Free

Navigating the world while on a gluten-free diet can be challenging; however, there are some great apps available to make it a lot less stressful. This article, Top 4 Apps to Navigate Gluten Free, reviews four of the most helpful apps--in order of must-have to may-want-to-try.

For more information on thriving while living with celiac disease and/or a gluten-free lifestyle, check out my other articles in the series: Do I Have Celiac Disease?, 3 Steps to a Gluten-Free Kitchen, and Eating Out Gluten Free. 

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Inline Skating Adventures Begin

We had the perfect weather on Saturday with temperatures into the 60s. We drove over to 44th Street, which dead-ends to Glover Park. We were all laced up, padded up, and ready to go. It didn't take too long to get the hang of it...everything but stopping. We both need to both practice this a bit more. Regardless, we're ready to skate in a more public venue such as Hains Point (East Potomac Park). Now we're just waiting for the weather to cooperate again (wintery snow mix forecast for tomorrow).