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We had a baby! We’ve survived 2 months now and I thought I’d talk about some of the basic/non-fussy things we’ve found useful. I definitely want to make sure I say that I understand everyone and every experience is different, and I just want to write this for anyone out there that’s like us, and doesn’t know…

Wear It Onzie Elastic-Back Top $58, Alo Yoga Long Sleeve Top $58 Hershcel Royal Dopp Kit (in Quilt/Seafoam) $30 Marled Stripe Over-the-Knee Socks $14, Stance Moblow 2 Crew Socks $15, Double Heart Necklace $26,  Lowercase Initial Necklace $36, Initial Triangle Necklace $36 lululemon Reversible Bang Buster Headband $18 Essie Nail Polish in Wicked and Penny Talk $8.50   Weird and Fun Origami Tree Topper $18 Cucumbo Spiralizer  $12 44″…

it’s been almost a year since my last blog post. i want to say thank you to the people who bought our book, and to the people who have emailed me…asking what’s going on–letting me know we’re missed. as to the future of this website–i have no idea. i think about it often, but still don’t…

image What is Paleo? There doesn’t seem to be one, simple defining set of words, and yet, for years, we tried so hard to fit our ideas of what a healthful diet was into the confines of the term Paleo. That ends today. We are not Paleo. We are Health-Bent, so go ahead and unlike…

  Photo by Christian Guthier via Flickr.com Thanks again to all that have reviewed the book. We’ve mentioned it before but we are truly grateful. It is a terrifying thing to hope that people “get” what you have done and provide a place for them to leave an indelible, public critique of your pride and joy. But…

Christopher Boffoli: Big Appetites This dinky little collage I put together does not do his photos justice. Please, please, I beg of you…go scroll around here -> http://bigappetites.net/. He’s got a book coming out too (click the pic for the link)…   Google Your Nutrition This would have been extremely helpful while we were writing…

We’re so thrilled that today is the true release date of our book, Primal Cravings. Books will begin shipping today from Amazon and can be found online and in local Barnes and Nobles. Are you like us and want a peek at the book before purchasing? You can search by your zip code on B&N to…

Our Take Epic bars are “protein bars”. They’re not protein bars in the sense that most of us have come to think of them though. They’re protein bars the way a protein bar should be – not soy crispies coated in chocolate…but bison, beef, and turkey (respectively). The company website describes their quest to procure…

Tools and Materials 3/4” sheet of plywood 8’x4’ 2” deck screws (box) tube wood glue (or bottle) 8’ 2×4 board sandable wood putty paint (we used and recommend “Deck Over” by Behr) circular saw jig saw drill caulk gun (not required if your wood glue is in a squeeze bottle) saw horses 4’ level or…

We are so happy to finally be talking about this book. We’ve been working on it since March 2012, putting all of our best ideas into it, because what we want you to expect is a cookbook that you’ll actually use. A cookbook that will be worn with stains and dog ears. A cookbook that…

Juli cooks the way I want to eat. I’m sure you’re familiar with her blog; PaleOMG.com if you’re not. You can get a sense of the way she cooks and her general aura of awesomeness. It’s creative. It’s flavorful. And most importantly, it’s fun. We started Health-Bent because I hate salad–I don’t hate it, but it doesn’t really inspire me.…

Danielle Crispy Roasted Coconut Chips I often find these at TJ Maxx, and can’t resist them. Trader Joe’s makes a version too. And now that I think about it, I bet Danielle makes these for Trader Joe’s. Anywho. I literally tear the bag open and eat the entire thing, hunched over, as to not attract…

All Gifts are $70 or Under Baby Fortune Cookie Booties (Uncommon Goods Giveaway Eligible) Walnut Nut Cracker Footed Wood Tray State Aprons (UncommonGoods Giveaway Eligible) Faux Toast Coasters Matryoshka Doll Pepper Mill Jeni’s Holiday Collection Ice Cream Kombucha Home Brew Kit Knife & Fork Chopsticks (UncommonGoods Giveaway Eligible) Flying Pig Illustration Eggs & Soldiers Screen Print Weck Jar…

I warned Brandon not to expect this to happen every week…it’s a lot of planning and a lot of upfront, no instant gratification type of work. But then, as the week went by and all I had to do was reach in the fridge, re-heat various piles of food and clean up NOTHING but a…

Over 100 recipes, with more than 100 that have never graced the pages of this website. Our publisher doesn’t want us to divulge too much info at this point, but we can say that we’re ecstatic to announce that we have PIONEERED a brand new way to make Paleo & Primal desserts. There’s not one…

Preparation is the mother of success when you eat Paleo. But let’s admit it, you’re not perfect. (I am, though.) But really, if you’re anything like me, a normal person, I’d dare to guess you’re not always prepared with Paleo meals and snacks at your disposal. Maybe you travel all the time. Maybe you have…

If only it were that easy. Spotting an A-hole on the internet can be tougher than you think. Part of their talent can be making you feel like you’re the jerk for feeling the way you do.  It’s a no brainer when the insults are direct and overt but that’s not always the case.  Today…

Brandon and I just got home from the CrossFit Games Southeast Regional competition, which was held in West Palm Beach, Florida this past weekend. We had a phenomenal time gallivanting and competing. Here’s my recap: Pre-Day 1 We spent most of Tuesday and Wednesday cooking and prepping. Here’s what we brought: Curried chicken salad, bananas, avocados,…

Sometimes I get a sense that people believe that dissatisfaction is a cultivated evil; sown only from the seeds of unjust social expectations.  And while I do believe it’s true that we don’t owe anybody anything, and all we have to live up to is what we decide; I don’t believe that having dissatisfactions or insecurities about things…

US Wellness Meats wants to give YOU $100. [one_half first] Now you can say, “Hey US Wellness Meats…” [/one_half] [one_half] Or maybe, you could whip up a couple turf ‘n turfs? [/one_half] Never heard of US Wellness Meats? US Wellness Meats is an online and retail purveyor of: grassland beef, chicken, bison, lamb & rabbit grass-fed…

*If you already do CrossFit I’d love it if you left a comment here on your experience/what you love about it for those who may read this and like as many opinions as they can get…thanks. Clearly, exercise and nutrition go hand in hand for many health minded individuals. We always say that nutrition is…

    The world is flat and the sun revolves around the Earth. Paula Deen has type 2 diabetes caused by her beloved fatty food. Anything else is simply heresy. And yet, here we are…bombarded with media scrutiny at Paula Deen’s expense to make a good headline…under assumptions that are as unfounded as the other…

All gifts are under fifty dollars. Pretty 1. Lettered Wine Carafe, $48 2. ‘Just Give Me All the Bacon and Eggs You Have’ Print (Ron Swanson from Parks and Recreation), $16 3. Zippy Coasters, $20 for a set of four 4. Tea and Crumpets Apron, adult $32 and Matching Child’s Apron, $24 5. Sunshine Tea Towel, $9…

The very same day we posted Scarlet Letter last week…a reproval of treats was posted elsewhere. It was presented in an analogy that goes like this (my interpretation). “Paleo” treat : the “real” thing AS having sex with your pants on : having sex with your pants off I actually agree with this statement…but for…

“Cheating” We hear this a good bit in reference to diet. “I was doing well but I’ve been cheating a lot lately.” I get it…we all feel a twinge of remorse when we make a choice that we know isn’t the greatest…it’s only human. I have a feeling a lot of those reading this are…

This is Health-Bent 3.0. We have finally gotten settled into our new home and are ready to get back to business. Meg has been hard at work creating this design and we’re very excited about it. There are probably still some kinks to work out but all in all - things should be working. Check out our new visual…

To Treat or not to Treat, that is the question. It’s the new year. Here’s our perspective on how to Treat Yourself Right in 2011. Maybe cutting out any and all treats shouldn’t be a resolution? We advocate using your own brain to determine if a treat is a judicious choice for you. This post…