January 2014 Easy Solutions: Time for a Fresh Start! A New Year offers all of us a chance for a Fresh Start. This can mean different things to different people, though. For some, it means cleaning the house from top-to-bottom. For others, it means starting a new hobby like line dancing, knitting or roller skating. If your fresh start includes improved nutrition and feeling better, then here are a few tips to get you going. Remember to work on only one goal at a time so that you feel empowered, not overwhelmed. And…go for it! Tips for a Fresh Start: Put fruits and … [Read more...] about Featuring a Fresh Start to the New Year & Soup Recipes!
Why Eat Healthy Snacks?
This is a guest blog by Kaylie Chrismon Why Eat Healthy Snacks? Here's why! When you eat healthy snacks, it's like pumping your body full of the kind of fuel it needs to run efficiently and run without breakdowns. Snacks are a great way to keep your energy high and to feel rejuvenated all day long. If you are considering snack options, it’s important to eat something tasty and filling and, if you're like me, crunchy is a huge bonus, too. Balance is the key to a good snack and by that I mean to get a mixture of good nutrition from all the groups such as fruits, vegetables, protein, dairy … [Read more...] about Why Eat Healthy Snacks?
A Healthy Chicken Breast Recipe!
A Healthy Chicken Breast Recipe is Precious! With all the nutritional advantages of eating lean protein, I think chicken is a really smart choice for the dinner meal. But, wait, this recipe isn't like all the others. It's a healthy chicken breast recipe that is a little exotic, a little gourmet and a lot of great flavors to enjoy! So, don't take my word for it - try it yourself and let me know how it goes. Tangy Lime Chicken Here’s a healthy chicken breast recipe that will please all members of the family! Kids can help by measuring ingredients, stirring together spices and … [Read more...] about A Healthy Chicken Breast Recipe!
Valentine’s Day Healthy Food Gift Guide
This is a guest blog by Kaylie Chrismon Valentine’s Day Healthy Food Gift Guide While we all most likely think of chocolate and flowers as the go-to for Valentine’s Day gifts, it’s important to think outside of the box. Don’t lose sight of your New Year’s Resolutions! In this Valentine's Day Healthy Food Gift Guide, you'll find some pink, some red, and all healthy gift ideas that will definitely make an impression on the loved ones in your life. 1. Dark Chocolate Covered Strawberries This is not so out of the box, but it is the perfect combination of sweet and healthy, as well as the … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Healthy Food Gift Guide
Valentine’s Day Healthy Food Gift Guide – part 2
This is a guest blog by Kaylie Chrismon Valentine’s Day Healthy Food Gift Guide – part 2 Make this Valentine’s Day the best and healthiest yet! Valentine’s Day isn’t always about chocolate. Even more, some people don’t like chocolate or are trying to hold strong to their New Year’s Resolutions! With this Valentine's Day Healthy Food Gift Guide - part 2, you can make it easy for them by giving some delicious and nutritious gifts, like fruit or whole-wheat muffins. Don’t forget to make it festive with some pretty wrapping or a bow! For more great ideas, take a look at the … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Healthy Food Gift Guide – part 2
Featuring Heart Healthy, Valentine’s Day & Chicken Breast Recipes!
February 2014 Easy Solutions: Keeping Your Heart Healthy! Let me be the first to wish you a Happy Heart Month! Every year in February, there are certain foods that make the headlines as ‘heart healthy choices.’ They typically include salmon, walnuts, avocados, ground flaxseed, oatmeal, olive oil and a huge assortment of fruits and vegetables. Well, yes, these are great choices to keep your heart healthy. But, they’re also the kind of foods that will give you energy, fullness and deliciousness in every bite. Be sure to make choices for your heart every day – you’ll … [Read more...] about Featuring Heart Healthy, Valentine’s Day & Chicken Breast Recipes!