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A Teenage Perspective on Processed Foods

May 13, 2015 by Colin Fabry 4 Comments

A Teenage Perspective on Processed Foods

The following is an excerpt of Colin’s 7th grade paper “The Introduction and Evolution of Processed Foods.”  Colin is now in high school but continues to enjoy a diet of real, unprocessed foods. “Processing foods is something that not many people comprehend greatly. It’s a transformation of manufactured ingredients into a nightmare. A nightmare for… 

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Almond Flour Muffins – By Kids For Kids

May 14, 2014 by Colin Fabry 7 Comments

Almond Flour Muffins – By Kids For Kids

Colin Fabry Almond Flour Muffins – By Kids For KidsI like the simplicity of this recipe. I enjoy this for breakfast or dessert. Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists My Calendar Ingredients1 cup almond flour*2-3 eggs (depends on size)A little less than a tablespoon of honey (or stevia, xylitol to taste)1/4 teaspoon baking… 

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Probiotic Berry Smoothie

March 13, 2014 by Colin Fabry 7 Comments

Probiotic Berry Smoothie

Sixteen-year-old Colin enjoys creating this delightful combination of berries and fermented dairy for breakfast or lunch! Probiotic Berry Smoothie Colin Fabry Fruit SmoothieEnjoy this tasteful and easy snack, dessert or breakfast – with a delicious burst of sweet energy. Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists My Calendar Ingredients3/4 cup yogurt or kefir (homemade… 

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Avocado Ice Cream Cake

March 3, 2014 by Colin Fabry 5 Comments

Avocado Ice Cream Cake

Colin has been living with type 1 diabetes for more than 7 years. He loves finding creative ways to enjoy food! Colin’s Avocado Ice Cream Cake Since I began the long, arduous, but VERY satisfying journey of the road of health, many people have queried as to what it is that I enjoy eating. To… 

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Almond Flour Brownies

February 20, 2014 by Colin Fabry 1 Comment

Almond Flour Brownies

Colin Almond Flour BrowniesI enjoy the doughy texture in the middle of these brownies. Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists My Calendar Ingredients1 cup sprouted almond meal (I soak and dry the almonds first.)7 soaked and dried apricots (dates may be substituted.)3 eggs1/2 cup melted coconut oil (butter may be substituted.)1/4 cup cream1/2… 

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Type 1 Diabetes and Real Food

February 9, 2014 by Colin Fabry Leave a Comment

Type 1 Diabetes and Real Food

Colin is 15 years-old and enjoys drumming and writing. He was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 7.  In this essay Colin shares his perspective on his journey from fast food to real food. Type 1 Diabetes and Real Food I’ve had people ask me before: “Is it hard to eat the… 

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MEET ANDREA

I am a certified Building Biology Advocate, a former journalist, mother of nine, and avid CrossFitter who likes to think outside the box. After our family's health crisis in 2008, I learned to ask questions about what's in our food, our water, and our air. I hope to empower you as you seek to live safely in a complex world. Thankfully, small steps lead to big changes. Let's travel this road together, one step at a time.

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7. Symptoms will instruct if we listen.
8. Sometimes you're the expert.
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10. The next step is enough.

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