The Problem! The scientific evidence is clear. Ongoing stress can hurt you by elevating stress hormones and promoting cellular inflammation and oxidation. And, it's no fun either, because the result of these processes in your body is a higher likelihood for cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer's disease. And, a lower likelihood for healthy aging. As you can guess, poor nutrition choices contribute to ongoing stress. To learn more, here is a list of some big offenders. The Solution! The good news is clear, too. You can reduce your stress with good nutrition & a smart grocery cart. … [Read more...] about Reduce Your Stress with Good Nutrition & A Smart Grocery Cart!
More Healthy Holiday Food Gifts!
Healthy Holiday Food Gifts Guest Blog by Kaylie Chrismon The holidays can be very filling: full of love, memories, and joy, but also full of calories. Here are some healthy gift ideas for friends and family. Don’t worry, being healthy doesn’t mean cutting out all sweets! A couple of these ideas include sweet treats that can keep you staying on track with your upcoming New Year’s goals! 1. Infused Olive Oil and/or Vinegar This is a wonderful gift because anyone who cooks or bakes uses olive oil and vinegar. There are many olive oil tasting bars that allow customers to sample the … [Read more...] about More Healthy Holiday Food Gifts!
Healthy Holiday Food Gifts!
Healthy Holiday Food Gifts Guest Blog by Kaylie Chrismon The holidays can be difficult when trying to brainstorm for gifts for friends and loved ones. It can also be calorie-laden! Giving healthy holiday food gifts can remind people that the holidays aren’t always about sweets but are a time to savor hearty flavors and spend time with friends and family. Here are 5 fun, easy, and healthy holiday food gifts that will definitely be a hit. 1. Spiced Nuts (see photo at left) This is an easy and delicious holiday recipe that can be eaten from the jar, scattered over oatmeal or yogurt, or … [Read more...] about Healthy Holiday Food Gifts!
A Healthy Pumpkin Pie Recipe for Thanksgiving Dessert!
Seasonal, Nutritious, Versatile Pumpkin! Did you carve a Jack-O-Lantern on Halloween? I have to admit that my pumpkin carving skills are not so great. My skills with a can of solid packed pumpkin, though, are much better. My short pumpkin how-to video to will give you an idea about what you can do with a can of pumpkin in your kitchen. Please look at it, with special attention to the healthy pumpkin pie in a blender recipe because this makes a perfect finish to Thanksgiving or any special dinner. Healthy Pumpkin Pie Recipe - In the Blender! Makes one 9-inch pie, 8 servings, 150 … [Read more...] about A Healthy Pumpkin Pie Recipe for Thanksgiving Dessert!
Apple Crisp is a Healthy Dessert Recipe!
Apple Crisp This is a healthy dessert recipe with big apple flavor! Kids can help by washing the apples, squeezing the lemon or lime, and measuring, making and scattering the crumb topping, with supervision. Makes 6 servings 3 medium, 4 cups sliced Apples, any kind, any color 1 tablespoon Lemon or lime juice, fresh ¼ cup Sugar, white granulated ½ teaspoon Cinnamon, ground Topping: 2 … [Read more...] about Apple Crisp is a Healthy Dessert Recipe!
Healthy Tuna Lasagne Recipe in 12 Easy and Cheap Layers!
Healthy Tuna Lasagne Ingredients! Most of my friends and family love Italian lasagne and they make it with ingredients like ground beef, ricotta cheese, Mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. I prefer, though, to take a lighter, leaner and cheaper approach by making healthy tuna lasagne with canned light tuna, fat free cottage cheese and a modest amount of part-skim Mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. I make a very simple, homemade Marinara sauce for my tuna lasagne, too, and load it up with fresh basil and garlic for great flavor without all the saturated fat of ground beef and heavier … [Read more...] about Healthy Tuna Lasagne Recipe in 12 Easy and Cheap Layers!