October 2013 Easy Solutions: Slow Cookers and Crock Pots Rock! On a busy weekday, how would you like to come home at 6 to a cooked dinner entrée? Who wouldn’t? Well, for an investment of about $40-$80, you can own a crock pot or slow cooker. The higher prices are all about bells and whistles that you may or may not need. The beauty of these small appliances is that they will safely cook dinner for you. You still do the ingredient shopping, chopping and combining. I’ve always felt it to be a really great payoff! Slow Cooker Pork Chops – A family favorite. It couldn’t … [Read more...] about Featuring Slow Cooker & Crock Pot Solutions for Dinner Time & Halloween!
Looking for Healthy Fall Food? Try Squash!
Looking for Healthy Fall Food? Squash that grow throughout the summer and are then harvested in the fall are unique and different from squash that we eat during the summer. Fall squash are hard as a rock on the outside and the cooking process softens them up. Many of them are a powerhouse of vitamin A and all fall squash are full of healthy fiber. Even though I see many fall squash used as decorations - because they are colorful and have fun shapes -- I say "Don't just look at them...Eat 'em!" How to Cook Healthy Fall Squash! It's not hard to cook fall squash and there are many … [Read more...] about Looking for Healthy Fall Food? Try Squash!
Holiday Survival Tips for a Joyful Season!
November 2013 Easy Solutions: Smart Food Choices and Portions for Healthy Holidays! The fall holidays are upon us and coping with all the food occasions can be a little rough. Here are 3 tips to help you enjoy the season without going overboard on rich appetizers, desserts and…stuffing. Thanksgiving Dinner Tip: Do not come to the holiday table over-hungry. Have a light meal no more than 4 hours before the feast. It will prevent you from over-eating and regretting it. Hannukah Dinner Tip: … [Read more...] about Holiday Survival Tips for a Joyful Season!
5 Tips for Healthier Eating During the Holidays!
Eating Healthier During the Holidays...What?! Healthier eating during the holidays may sound like a twisted thought to you but I say that it can be done. Yes, along with fall and early winter holidays like Thanksgiving, Hannukah, Christmas and New Year's Day come delicious parties and memorable dinners. But, the result doesn't have to be a tighter belt. Wouldn't it be great not to have to make a weight loss resolution again on January 1st? Here's a tiny video where I explain how you can have all the joy of the holidays and get a grip on healthier eating, too! 5 Tips for Healthier Eating … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Healthier Eating During the Holidays!
Featuring Good Nutrition for Less Stress, Holiday Snacks & Light Recipes!
December 2013 Easy Solutions: Stress is No Darn Fun at Holiday Time The holiday season can be full of light-hearted festivities, family and fun. Or, it can be a lot of stress. This month and into the New Year, put good nutrition to the test as one of your primary stress busters. Really. Make it a priority to eat 3 light and healthy meals each day and a nutritious snack if you are hungry, too. The magic comes when you set this same priority day-after-day, and you gradually achieve it. Better nutrition means less stress! Here are a few … [Read more...] about Featuring Good Nutrition for Less Stress, Holiday Snacks & Light Recipes!
Reasonable Resolutions: Be the Best You!
This is a Guest Blog by Kaylie Chrismon Reasonable Resolutions! What makes a resolution reasonable? A reasonable resolution is one that: • Doesn’t judge • Isn’t impossible • Makes you feel better instead of exhausted, frustrated, and wanting to give up This year let’s make a resolution to promote our well being: mental, physical, and spiritual. Let’s realign our behaviors instead of drastically changing them. Get Started! Start with a weekly goal. Every week, choose a goal. Write it down on a sticky note. Stick it on your mirror or microwave, somewhere … [Read more...] about Reasonable Resolutions: Be the Best You!