Sugar-Free, Chocolate Macaroon Truffles
Ingredients: 1 cup Raw, organic, cocoa powder* 1 cup Raw, organic, cocoa butter* 3⁄4 cup Full-fat coconut milk (Native ForestR has BPA-free can) 2/3 cup Raw, organic Yacon syrup** 2 tsp Lo Han...
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At the time of menopause, women who had previously enjoyed sex may develop vaginal dryness and pain with intercourse. They may also experience difficulty achieving orgasm. A milder version of this can...
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