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Most people reach for chapstick the moment their lips feel dry. The issue is that many conventional lip balms are designed for repeat use, not actual healing. A quick ingredient check on popular brands reveals chemicals like avobenzone, a synthetic UV filter commonly used in sunscreen. While it protects against sun exposure, it can also be irritating—especially on already compromised skin like chapped lips. Combine that with petroleum derivatives, artificial flavors, and preservatives, and you often get temporary relief followed by worse dryness. This is why so many people feel “addicted” to chapstick. Nature already solved this problem. We just stopped using the solution. A Simple DIY Rooted Lip Balm (3 Ingredients) You only need: - 1 tablespoon beeswax pellets - 1 tablespoon organic coconut oil - 1 tablespoon shea butter Optional: 3–5 drops of food-grade essential oil (peppermint or lavender) How to make it: 1. Melt beeswax using a double boiler on low heat 2. Add coconut oil and shea butter; stir until fully melted 3. Remove from heat, add essential oil if desired 4. Pour into a small tin or glass container and let solidify That’s it. No fillers. No chemicals. No nonsense. Why This Works (Root Cause Benefits) - Beeswax seals in moisture without suffocating the skin - Coconut oil provides antimicrobial support and deep hydration - Shea butter repairs damaged skin and restores elasticity - Zero hormone disruptors - Zero dependency cycle Your lips heal because they’re finally being nourished, not coated. Chapped lips are often a signal that your body—and your products—need simplification. When you remove the irritants and return to whole ingredients, the body does what it’s designed to do: repair itself. Rooted solutions always win.

Ingredients (Serves 4) For the baked pears: • 4 ripe but firm pears (Bosc or Anjou work great) • 1-2 tsp pumpkin spice (or cinnamon) • Optional: 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or honey for extra sweetness • A squeeze of lemon juice For the homemade pumpkin spice granola: • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats • ½ cup chopped nuts (pecans, almonds, or walnuts) • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas) • ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey • 2 tbsp melted coconut oil • 1½ tsp pumpkin pie spice (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves) • Pinch of salt • Optional add-ins: ¼ cup dried cranberries or raisins after baking For the coconut cream topping: • 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk, refrigerated overnight • 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or powdered sugar (optional) • ½ tsp vanilla extract Instructions • Make the granola first (can be done ahead): • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment. • Mix oats, nuts, seeds, spice, and salt in a bowl. • Stir in maple syrup and coconut oil until everything is coated. • Spread evenly on the sheet and bake 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and crisp. Let cool completely (it crisps up as it cools). Bake the pears: • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). • Halve pears lengthwise, scoop out cores with a spoon (leave stems for looks if you want). • Place cut-side up in a baking dish. Sprinkle with pumpkin spice, drizzle with maple if using, and a bit of lemon juice. • Bake 25-35 minutes until soft and caramelized (time depends on ripeness). Whip the coconut cream: • Scoop out the solidified cream from the chilled can (save liquid for smoothies). • Whip with a hand mixer or whisk until fluffy, adding sweetener and vanilla to taste. Assemble: • Place warm baked pear halves on plates. • Sprinkle generously with pumpkin spice granola. • Dollop or pipe on the coconut cream.

Lasagna doesn’t need to be eliminated to eat well—it just needs to be rebuilt with intention. Most traditional versions are heavy on refined carbs and excess dairy, which is why people feel tired and bloated afterward. This version keeps the comfort while improving digestion, energy, and satiety. It’s realistic. It leading-family-dinner realistic. And it holds up for leftovers. Why This Version Works Stable Energy Zucchini replaces refined noodles, keeping blood sugar steady and preventing the post-meal crash. High Protein, High Satiety Lean protein plus ricotta and egg create a meal that actually holds you over. Gut-Friendly Comfort Food Olive oil, vegetables, and lighter dairy reduce inflammation and digestive stress. Consistency Over Perfection If food feels familiar and satisfying, it’s easier to repeat—and repetition is what drives results. Ingredients Protein Layer - 1 lb lean ground turkey or grass-fed beef - 1 tbsp olive oil - 1 small onion, diced - 3 cloves garlic, minced - 1 jar clean marinara (no added sugar, minimal ingredients) Zucchini “Noodles” - 3–4 large zucchini, thinly sliced lengthwise - Light salt (to draw out moisture) Ricotta Cheese Layer - 1½ cups part-skim ricotta - 1 egg - ¾–1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella - ¼ cup grated Parmesan - Italian seasoning, salt, pepper - Optional: chopped spinach or parsley Instructions 1. Prep the ZucchiniSlice zucchini lengthwise, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let sit 10–15 minutes. Pat dry to remove excess moisture. 2. Cook the ProteinHeat olive oil in a pan. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Add meat and cook fully. Stir in marinara and simmer 5–10 minutes. 3. Mix the Ricotta LayerCombine ricotta, egg, mozzarella, Parmesan, seasoning, and optional greens. Mix until smooth. 4. Assemble the LasagnaIn a baking dish, layer: Meat sauce Zucchini slices Ricotta mixtureRepeat until ingredients are used, finishing with sauce and a light mozzarella topping.

Most people finish a meal and immediately sit down. Or worse—sit down and scroll. It feels harmless. It’s common. And it quietly works against energy, digestion, and long-term health. A short walk after eating is one of the lowest-effort habits with the highest return. What 10 Minutes of Walking Actually Does Improves Blood Sugar Control Light movement helps muscles pull glucose out of the bloodstream. This reduces post-meal spikes and the energy crash that follows. Supports Digestion Walking stimulates gut motility. Translation: less bloating, less heaviness, better digestion. Increases Daily Movement Without “Working Out” Three meals = 30 extra minutes of low-stress movement without a gym, plan, or motivation. Regulates Appetite Later in the Day People who move after meals tend to snack less at night. Not from willpower—because blood sugar stays more stable. Reduces Mental Fatigue Standing up and moving breaks the neurological loop that scrolling reinforces. Your brain resets instead of numbing out. Why Sitting and Scrolling Works Against You - Blood pools in the gut instead of being utilized - Glucose stays elevated longer - Digestion slows - The brain shifts into passive consumption mode - “Just five minutes” turns into 30 It’s not about discipline. It’s about default behavior. How to Make It Stick - No pace goal. This is not cardio. - Indoors or outdoors both count. - Phone stays in your pocket. - Set a 10-minute timer if needed. The goal is movement, not optimization. Final Thought Most health habits fail because they feel like extra work. A short walk after eating works because it replaces something you already do—sitting and scrolling—with something that supports your body instead of taxing it. No apps. No gear. No perfection. Just stand up and walk. If you already do this, I’m curious—when did you notice the biggest benefit?