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Toxic Beauty

Toxic Beauty   It is often said that beauty comes at a cost, but should it cost you your health? You hear us constantly discuss the importance of what you put in your body, but how often do you think about what you are putting on your body.  We believe what goes ON your body […]

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The Key to Staying Healthy

The Key to Staying Healthy With a Busy Schedule Now days, our schedules are so busy. Driving the kids to school. Work. Daughter’s soccer practice. Son’s piano lessons. Not to mention all cooking and cleaning that has to be done around the house! Time is limited. As we squeeze in extra minutes for another phone […]

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Trade Tuesday: Mayo

Thick. Creamy. A mixture of oil with egg, vinegar, and spices. Mayo. Mayonnaise. Mayo is a favorite condiment to many. It can transform a normal sandwich into a favorite meal. It is a key component to an egg salad. Mixed with spices, it can become a dipping sauce. We love using mayo in various dishes and […]

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PTO’s guide for a chocoholic

Chocolate is favorite indulgence to many people. Chocolate chips in pancakes, chocolate sauce on ice-cream, hot chocolate, chocolate milk, chocolate bars… honestly the list can go on and on, if you are a chocolate lover, you know that chocolate goes with just about anything!   We receive questions all the time from clients about what […]

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Farm to Table Year Round

There is a misconception that  it is difficult to eat farm fresh produce and meat year round.  As many farmers markets close in the winter, think they have to wait till springtime to enjoy their favorite farm fresh foods again.  Although produce and meat inventory is lower in the winter, many farmers prepare for this […]

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Welcome to Our New Site

Welcome to our new Pantry TakeOver website!  This site has many additional features including information regarding Pantry TakeOver services and an online shopping store.  Our online store – Pantry TakeOver Market – allows you to view and buy the products Janell stocks in her personal pantry and also recommends for her clients.  Pantry TakeOver Market is […]

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Pursuit of Balance and Optimal Health

Our Constant Pursuit for Balance and Optimal HealthTrying to achieve optimal health and a balanced life is something nearly all of us struggle with.  Life is busy, and always changing and I understand that trying to eat healthy and live green seems overwhelming to many people.  But achieving a healthier and more balanced lifestyle does […]

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Why I Live This Way

Over the years I have been repeatedly challenged, questioned and sometimes criticized for eating and living an organic green lifestyle. I find most people are just curious, intrigued and are eager to learn more about healthy eating and living. However, sometimes I find myself explaining and even defending my choices and way of life. Is […]

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The Problem with Parabens

Look around your kitchen and bathroom and you might be amazed with how many lotions, soaps, shampoos and cosmetics contain parabens.  Many companies love to use parabens because it is cheap and increases the shelf life of the product(s).  Most people are not aware of how toxic parabens can be and in fact researchers are […]

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Picking the Proper Oil

There are so many different types of oils, each with its own unique flavor and nutritional makeup.  Olive oil for example is often referred to as a “healthy oil”, and used in salad dressings, cooking, sauteing, and sometimes baking.  However, many people are unaware that most olive oils are sensitive to high temperatures and have a low smoke […]

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