Kelp noodles. These are amazing as a pasta replacement. https://www.amazon.com/Sea-Tangle-Kelp-Noodles-PACK/dp/B0829B229W/ref=sr_1_5_pp?crid=33T2D5YN98PLP&keywords=kelp+noodles&qid=1707000820&sprefix=kelp%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-5

Another consideration is the amount of microplastic found in salt. Both dh and I have chronic low sodium levels and use a lot of salt. In doing the research on the most nutrient dense and safest salt to consume I have been horrified at the levels of microplastics found in salt. At the moment, we are using Redmonds Real Salt, but am always interested in a suggestion for something better.

I have (2) 2010 Toyota Corollas. We gave 1 to each of our children. My daughter totaled her car and we received close to $6K several months ago. We have a new vehicle coming and want to trade in the other vehicle and are only being offered around 2K. Why? Obviously I want close to 6K vs 2K. Any suggestions on what we should do?

Started at Oconee State Park and ended at Table Rock State Park or visa versa. In SC.

Thank you for all the helpful replies.

Having a hard time understanding the conversion. Does the decimal mean a comma? It is an entry fee and I am trying to interpret it in USD. Thanks.

All books by Louise Penny. Her writing is excellent and the reader is fantastic.

I will be speaking with different travel insurance agents to query their coverage and reimbursement. My experience with travel insurance had been negative. I would like to avoid that experience again. Can you suggest some "fine print" type questions that I should ask other than the basics of medical, emergency, cancellations, delays, lost luggage? Thank You.

Carrying the weight of the food is the issue. Fortunately, no weight was lost and energy was sustained. Being petite puts me at a major disadvantage when it comes to carrying a backpack heavier than 25 pounds. Husband is not very big either. Appetites were satisfied, but I disliked the amount of necessary sugar consumed.

Depending on the heat and humidity and how much you sweat, you will sweat out a lot of salt and you desperately need it to maintain electrolyte balance and retain water. My husband and I almost always run low on sodium (in blood work) and have low blood pressure. Salt helps to keep everything in working order. Most people run high in sodium due to their diets or possibly genetics and have high blood pressure. I would carry it as most electrolyte tablets have little sodium in them. I used Castile soap.

You may already know this, but I highly recommend taking electrolyte tablets. I use the Rapid Rehydr8 and salt. I use Redmond Real sea salt course ground (both on Amazon). Make sure everyone has at least 2 electrolyte tablets a day and a pinch or two of salt each day. And of course, drink plenty of water.

I don't think we planned calorie per ounce, but that is a good idea. Each morning started with a cup of microground coffee. A couple of hours into the trail was a high calorie Cliff bar. Several hours later was a packet of tuna or salmon with gf crackers (for me) or a wrap (for husband). a string cheese, and a date bar https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BS4C4V5?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1. At the conclusion of the days hiking and after pumping water was a dehydrated meal that my husband created and 3 Simple Mills gf cookies. Every day was the same, very glad to be done with that! We had cell signal a couple of times-crossing a major road and at the top of Sassafras Mtn. We did not do the ridge trail while at Isle Royale, because I really wanted to be by the water. We crossed the ridge quite a bit and hiked on it some. Moskey Basin was my favorite. There are about 10 shelters at most sites near the water and it was heavenly to set up camp inside of one. We backpacked Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/michigan/pictured-rocks-national-lakeshore/backpacking prior to heading over to Isle Royale. It was also incredible. I used Hoka trail runners on this last backpacking trip and they were great. As silly as it seems, but the weight of your shoes makes a huge difference in your overall ease of experience. During the warmer months, good trail runners that will dry out quickly (not waterproofed) are often preferred. My midtop hiking boots are Solomon. I had Oboz prior and also loved them. They took me to Everest Base Camp. The Foothills was busy, but not as busy as expected. It was wonderful to see old-er people backpacking it-thru and section. It was also great to be able to start and finish something. I do love that feeling of accomplishment. Spring and fall are a great time to hike the Foothills. Many flowers were in bloom and all the trees had the bright spring green color. Simply lovely. The heat, humidity, and bugs can be brutal during the summer months. We have so much beauty here in the States that I don't think we can go wrong anywhere we go at anytime as long as we have the right attitude and eyes to observe, accept, and enjoy.

Backpacked it in 6 days and 5 nights. Averaged about 13 mile a day. Husband was with me. Children are older and could not take time off of work to join. It can be section hiked. Lots of information online for planning.

The trail is difficult because of the elevation gains and losses, but very well marked and maintained. At times it can be very rocky and rooty with some scrambling needed and several areas have ladder steps, but it is mostly a well trodden trail. Volunteers maintain sections of the trail. Water is absolutely no difficulty, because most often the trail is on a river or near a river, stream, creek, or waterfall. Campgrounds are marked so that planning water access and mileage is easier, but camping is allowed at your discretion. No permits needed. Gear has been collected over many years by my husband and son, who did much backpacking with the Scouts (achieving Eagle). My pack weighed in at 25 pounds and was manageable though heavier than the recommended 20% of your body weight. Every piece of gear, clothing, personal items, and food have to be assessed based on weight and absolute necessity. Each experience is a learning experience and I am learning what is not needed for the next trip and what is. This trip we purchased down puffy jackets that are less than a pound and zip into their own pocket. Those were a lifesaver, because a couple of the mornings were extremely cold. I also learned that I could do without a few "must have" personal items. I am going to start looking into ultralight backpacking. One important note-all food must be high in calories, such a different notion from how most of us live. I ate so many highly sugary Cliff bars and date bars that I thought I would puke, but every single calorie was burned and much needed.

Backpacked every mile! I backpacked 40 miles on Isle Royale a couple of summers ago and absolutely loved it. The loons calling, the wolves howling, and the amazingly clear Lake Superior-fabulous!

https://foothillstrail.org/ 6 days and 5 nights to complete the 77 mile trail. It has a huge amount of incredible waterfalls while hiking near a river most of the time. A lot of ups and downs and rivals the AT in beauty. A must for day hiking and thru hiking for those who love the outdoors.

My last batch of "greens" was made last summer. I do not recall if the warning sticker was on it. I do try to purchase what I think is the highest quality, within financial reason, that I am able to purchase. I am open to suggestions of other products. My vanilla recipe is gleaned from perusing other recipes and then tweaking and modifying according to what I have on hand, what my body needs and doesn't need, time, energy, and finances (95% of my creating in my kitchen is intuitive and instinctual). I have 2 amber bottles-8oz each that I had 5or 6 split Madagascar vanilla beans (ordered from Etsy) and vodka. Those bottles sat for 1 year in the back of a cupboard. I now use them interchangeably in recipes. When they are 1/4 to 1/3 empty I add more vodka. Every year I add 5 or 6 more split vanilla beans and repeat the process. My thought is when it is the last year that I am able to stuff any more vanilla beans into the jars, then I will start a fresh batch. So far so good:)

Most are ordered from Amazon. Many of the greens, seaweeds, and mushrooms are the Microingredients brand. Source Organic premium pea protein and Nutivia Hemp seed protein. Most of my herbal powders are adaptogens and are from Mountain Rose Herbs. I also have no problem adding a little of this or that if I come across something that I think my body and family's bodies might appreciate. My coconut milk is literally 1/3 qt jar full of organic unsweetened coconut chips or shreds with a dash of homemade vanilla and a pinch of Redmonds real salt and hot filter water left to soak for for a few hours (coconut softens-though not necessary) and then blended in my high powered blender and stored back into the qt jars and refrigerated for a few days. The solids will rise to the top when cold, but I tend to use my coconut milk in smoothies and recipes, rarely do I just drink it. Both may not be as "good" as purchased products, but they work extremely well for me, save money, and I know what and how much is in the products.I get very tired of purchased products having a limited amount of the active main ingredient.

I purchase all the different green powders, mushroom powders, seaweed powders, herbal powders, hemp and pea protein powders, vegetable powders, and probably others-suited to my needs and desires, and create my own "green powder." I store in quart jars. I use a huge scoop daily in a kale smoothy with homemade coconut milk. The initial investment is costly, but not in any comparison to some of the higher end products on the market and they do not contain the quality, quantity, and amount of ingredients that mine does.

Over the top song, dance, and fighting choreography, but so much fun!

Yes, no lowlights since last Thanksgiving. Absolutely loving the authentic me and the freedom!

I also have the gold membership and think it is well worth it. I am gaining insights regarding my nutrient needs that I was completely unaware of. I like that I can detail the nutrient levels to my specific desired requirements. My goal is to increase bone density and there are macro and micro nutrients that work synergistically with each other at specific amounts for optimal results. I like that it includes most all of them except Boron. I would much rather obtain my nutrition from food than a supplement.

I am turning to dried herbs and food, instead of supplements, to achieve my nutritional needs to reverse Osteo. I also follow all the exercise protocols. I am tracking my micro and macronutrients with Cronometer. I need specific values Vitamin C, Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Vitamin D, Silica, Zinc, and Boron.Please direct me where I can obtain this information. Most information found is general, but I need specifics.Thank You.