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Low Carb Cranberry Almond Cookies

I decided in 2018 that I wanted to try #GlutenFree recipes and at the time I did not know it would be such a transition from using traditional white or wheat flour, nor did I realize the benefits in going gluten-free on my health or weight. So I jumped in trying a few different recipes along the lines of cookies I like. One of my favorites is a shortbread cookie that is why I chose a recipe which I thought would make my taste buds happy. And it proved to be close.
Cookies With Cranberries
I have tried some recipes using almond flour, coconut flour and some of the others and at the time in 2016, I was not ready to make the change from traditional white flour because I found that the texture is much different than with traditional flour., a bit grainy in texture. It may be because it is does not have the gluten to hold the cookie together, (which is what I found out researching) but recently I have found some great recipes I wanted to try and took a different attitude toward the (texture) of these other alternative flours. I’m still experimenting and I just read on a blog that using 1 Tbsp of gelatin makes a huge difference in texture.

I found this cookie recipe, actually on Instagram and I am liking the ladies’ other recipes and I have tried several. But here is the recipe for her Low Carb Cranberry Almond Cookies and ingredients.

Note: If you have never baked with the alternative flours and as a nutritional note, Coconut flour: 120 calories, 4 grams fat, 4 grams protein, 16 grams carbs, and 10 grams fiber, it absorbs a lot of liquid and has been suggested to use more eggs. Almond flour: 160 calories, 14 grams fat, 6 grams protein, 6 grams carbohydrates, and 3 grams of fiber. Source Both are gluten-free!! The main reason I have decided to make treats with these 2 flours. And because we are enjoying these types of treats we are getting more fiber, lower calories and we still can have sweet treats without feeling guilty.

Another feature is that almost all of the recipes I am finding are small batches, a good thing so I don’t feel guilty if I don’t like them, but I haven’t found that to be the case, theses cookies are not around long enough.[amd-zlrecipe-recipe:12]

Since I first started trying gluten-free recipes, one of the benefits is that I started losing weight and I don’t have that stomach bloat after eating wheat flour recipes. More to come on the weight loss

Another thing I like about theses recipes I am trying it that they are smaller batches, great for testing instead of having a huge batch to deal with. But I can tell you, the recipes I have tired aren’t around long.

Other Cookies:
Cranberry Orange Spiral Cookies
The Best Tasting Lazy Chocolate Cookies
Cranberry and Pistachio Bars-Copy Cat Starbucks

March 5, 2018

Utama Spice Skincare is a Review and Giveaway Ends (3-31)

I was contacted by Utama Spice to be given the opportunity to review some of their products of my choosing. Which I went right to work to visit their website to find some great products that I would enjoy. I have always liked lavender and cocoa anything.

♦Yoga Mat Energizing Spray ♦Cocoa Love Body Butter ♦Cocoa Lip Balm

♦Clearing Essential Oil Blend ♦Lavender Candle
and the Danau Satu Nebulizer Diffuser which I have fallen in love with.

A little about Utama Spice company;

Utama Spice is a traditional skincare company based in Ubud, Bali. They focus on applying ancient Balinese herbal knowledge to create products that not only enhance your skin’s natural beauty but also provokes your mind to consider the raw power and beauty of nature. They do this by using only 100% pure natural ingredients.
This company was started in 1989 by Dayu Suci and Melanie Templer who had extensive knowledge of traditional Balinese remedies so they rediscovered the amazing benefits of essential oils and other natural ingredients. All of their products are made by hand, never using binders, artificial colorants, preservatives or synthetics.
They say “Our factory is more like a kitchen with our production team taking on the role of chefs. Every surface is stainless steal and sterile to avoid cross contamination. Our team is highly experienced with many being part of the Utama Spice family for over ten years. The end result is a product so fresh and natural you will want to eat it, and why shouldn’t you? At Utama Spice we know that your skin is your body’s biggest organ and should be treated as such. This is why when we make our products we think of it as making food for the skin”.

Each of the products I have chosen is proving to be great choices, the Cocoa Lip Balm is moisturizing and very soothing, especially here in the desert where it is so dry, I am constantly using a moisturizer on my lips all day long.

The Lavender essential oil is always refreshing but they have all fragrances on their site.
The Cocoa Love Body Butter is awesome, especially after just getting out of the shower while the skin is warm, it goes on smooth and keeps my skin moisturized all day!! Love It!
The Yoga Mat Energizing Spray is nice to keep my yoga mat fresh after workouts, although I dont do yoga as much as I would like too.
The Clearing Essential Oil Blend is going to work well in the nebulizer and make my whole house smell wonderful, I also received a bottle of Fennel essential oil which is what I have in the nebulizer right now.
The Lavender Candle is a relaxing way to resettle down for the evening before going off to sleep, you can even use it on pillows and I have used lavender with alcohol to make an air freshener.
I chose the Utama Spice Nebulizer to use with my essential oils as it diffuses and spreads throughout my home without being overbearing and of course I can clean the glass bulb and use a different essential oil for a change.

There are so many more products available on the Utama Spice website and I hope you will take time to visit and do a little shopping.

But now I also have a surprise, they have also offered a
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March 5, 2018

Moving to The Garden State

Would you ever move to The Garden State

New Jersey is a desirable place to live because it is nestled within close proximity to larger destinations, such as New York City and Pennsylvania, and has 130 miles of coastline to boot. As far as quality as life goes, New Jersey also has endless possibilities. No matter if you are looking for an outstretched piece of farmland, a beachfront bungalow, a studio apartment at the top of a skyscraper, or a single family home in the suburbs, New Jersey is the perfect place for you to settle into. What a lot of people don’t know is that New Jersey offers some of the best healthcare and educational systems in the nation. New Jersey’s bigger cities and small towns alike have riveting theatrical performances, invigorating professional sports events, music, and museums. In New Jersey, people from all ethnicities and backgrounds find home and contribute to the melting pot of multicultural food and shopping. Bet you didn’t know that New Jersey ranks 2nd in the Northeast for most State Park acreage, with 360,000 protected acres. Now that we’ve confirmed for you that you want to move to New Jersey, here are some things to know before you make the best move of your life.

Hire Movers

Amidst all the excitement of moving to a new place is the laundry list of “to-do’s” to get you there. To make your life easier, a month before you move you should go through all your belongings and purge of the things you can live without. Think of your move as a fresh start. Start using up things you don’t want to use, like perishables in your kitchen and cleaning supplies. Start researching moving companies, like the movers in and around Hamilton, NJ. You are going to be busy exploring your new neighborhood, not to mention taking care of petty details like filing a change of address with the postal service and notifying banks and magazine subscriptions of your move that hiring movers will be your lifesaver. These days, movers give you the option to pack and label your personal belongings yourself or most are experienced and reliable to do everything for you.

What to Expect Weather-Wise

New Jersey has four seasons that are fairly predictable. The winters are cold and snowy, with lows ranging from the 30s to the mid-teens. Since snowfall is wet and heavy, have your new home’s roof inspected. Summers are hot and humid, with lows from the 60s to 80s. Humidity causes windows and doors to warp, so consider getting new windows for your home in Springfield, NJ, so it is airtight when winter rolls around. Weather can do crazy things to our homes, but New Jersey’s weather supports outdoor living. Get out and cross country ski in the winter or ride the waves in the summer. New Jersey really has it all.

New Jersey’s Best Cities

It all depends on what you’re looking for. The best cities for the urban experience are Newark, Trenton, Jersey City, Paterson, Elizabeth and more. The smaller best places to live are Chatham, Ridgewood, and Princeton. The best part is that anywhere you are you have quick access to everything else. If you live in the city and want to explore the countryside for the day, then hop on the train. If you live in the country and want to go into the city for the night, adventures are only a quick trip away.

March 5, 2018

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