Late January Resolutions On January 1, New Year's Resolutions are easy to make and easy to keep. As the month moves on, it's not always the case. If you're looking for a way to keep the momentum going for a healthier lifestyle, then get to know dried fruit. Not only is it highly nutritious, but it tastes great and is affordable. Dried Fruit is Versatile and Flavorful How do you enjoy dried fruit? What are your favorites? I like raisins and dried cranberries (aka craisins) on cooked oatmeal for breakfast, mixed up with walnuts as a munching snack and added to muffin batter before … [Read more...] about New Year’s Resolutions – Dried fruit is an easy one!
Need a cheap, tasty, nutritious fruit for winter? Read on…
Oranges, tangelos, grapefruit, Clementines, tangerines, navels...the list goes on and on. Learn your favorites by tasting everything and also learn how to select & store citrus. Then, never be without them this winter. Why? Here's why... Cheap, plentiful, flavorful are 3 top reasons to go for citrus fruits this winter. The 4th reason is vitamin C, (aka ascorbic acid) for which citrus is a nutritional hero. Vitamin C can help you recover quicker from a cold or the flu, strengthen your immune system, help reduce inflammation, contribute to healthy weight loss and keep your skin looking … [Read more...] about Need a cheap, tasty, nutritious fruit for winter? Read on…
Feeling frazzled this month? Keep meals simple to survive!
If December makes you feel frazzled then you're not alone. Somehow it creeps up on us every year and we just never learn to start holiday preparations earlier. Maybe if Thanksgiving was in October, it would help jog the memory...maybe not. Well, December is here and so its time to tap into all survival techniques until New Year's Day has come and gone. Keeping meals really simple in December is a great way to feel less frazzled and to put an emphasis on good nutrition all at once. Try the meals and shopping list below as your starter survival plan. And, please comment with other options … [Read more...] about Feeling frazzled this month? Keep meals simple to survive!
Had it with Junky Snacks? Try Apples!
If you are tired of salty snacks, candy bars and baby carrots, then say 'hello' to the crunchy and sweet apple. Not that baby carrots are an unhealthy choice, because they're not. But, there is perhaps nothing more versatile and nutritious than the apple. Think about it -- with all the fruits in the grocery store to choose, which gets your attention? Which ends up in your grocery cart every week, or nearly so? Which satisfies all the kids in your household? Which is affordable, especially when purchased in the 3-pound bag? There are many ways to enjoy apples after washing them … [Read more...] about Had it with Junky Snacks? Try Apples!
A Shopping Basket of Holiday Cheer
Holidays are times for family, friends and great food! For some reason, there is a misconception that delicious holiday food cannot also be healthful food. Here are a few ideas to help you fill your shopping basket with plenty of holiday cheer...and good nutrition, too! Fruits & Vegetables: Red, green, yellow and purple Bell peppers make a beautiful holiday appetizer tray. For dip, hummus tops my list. Or, buy light cream cheese and stir in minced garlic and fresh herbs along with a dash of hot sauce, salt and pepper. Kids love dipping the sweet-flavored pepper strips into … [Read more...] about A Shopping Basket of Holiday Cheer
Citrus Fruit = Great Seasonal Choice
Making a nutritious eating plan and sticking to it is not easy in December. One way to have sweet success, though, is to take advantage of the new season of scrumptious, citrus fruits. There are choices galore along with a healthy dose of vitamin C and fiber in every bite. Calories and carbs are moderate, too. For example, in one medium orange there are 60 calories, 15 grams carbohydrates and 3 grams fiber. That's what I call a great seasonal choice! Citrus Fruits Fit Every Meal Here's how to add citrus fruits and flavors into your everyday meals and snacks: Breakfast Eat an … [Read more...] about Citrus Fruit = Great Seasonal Choice