Grow a Garden of Green Growing a small garden is so much fun. It can be in your yard or in a pot on your deck and always a sunny spot is best. Don't worry about getting dirty. Don't worry about getting wet. Don't worry about getting the rows straight or every weed pulled out. Instead, think about how delicious your garden greens will taste when it's time for dinner. Garden Month The spring is a perfect time to celebrate Garden Month and also a perfect time to plant. Here are 5 easy steps to get started: Go to the plant store or seed store. Pick out a few plants or … [Read more...] about Grow a Garden of Green!
Halloween Mousse
This guest blog is by Kaylie Teague. Have you decided what special treat you’re serving or enjoying this Halloween? Try this Halloween mousse. It’s made with silken tofu, which provides protein and phytochemicals (think antioxidants and anti-cancer!), dark cocoa powder and dark chocolate (hello, heart healthy!), as well as a festive topping of orange-tinted whipped cream and dark chocolate chips! Halloween Mousse Makes 4 larger servings or 8 smaller servings Ingredients you'll need: 1 pound package silken tofu 1 teaspoon dark chocolate cocoa powder 1 ¼ … [Read more...] about Halloween Mousse
Mason Jar Salads
This is a guest blog by Kaylie Chrismon. One of the worst things about packing a healthy lunch is having a soggy salad. When your salad sits in salad dressing all morning, the spinach and lettuce become wilted and you may even throw it out and choose a not-as-healthy option. Putting your salad in a mason jar and layering the toppings appropriately can keep your salad crisp, fresh, and perfect at lunchtime. Mason jars are also convenient and reusable. How to build your mason jar salad from the bottom up: Bottom layer: your dressing – putting dressing in the bottom keeps it from … [Read more...] about Mason Jar Salads
A Healthy Dessert for Mother’s Day!
Mother's Day & Blueberries! A healthy dessert for Mother's Day reminds me of all the blueberries I've picked in my life. As a kid, along with my brother and sister, I picked blueberries as a summer yard chore in Washington state. As an adult, in North Carolina, I pick blueberries in my front yard - not so much a chore as a pleasure. Here's a picture of me with my blueberry bushes just for fun. Blueberry Crisp Recipe! As a mother and a lover of blueberries, I want to share this special recipe for Mother's Day. I have probably made it 100 times and every time it turns out the same … [Read more...] about A Healthy Dessert for Mother’s Day!
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
Reduce Your Stress with Good Nutrition & A Smart Grocery Cart!
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!