This is a Guest Blog by Kaylie Chrismon. Did you know there are 7.3 million Americans who are vegetarian? There are also 22.8 million Americans who are “vegetarian-inclined1.” Are you vegetarian-inclined? There are several different types of vegetarians: 1. Vegetarian – someone who does not eat meat but eats animal by-products. This may include dairy products and eggs. 2. Pescatarian – someone who eats fish but does not eat other meat, such as poultry and beef. 3. Vegan – someone who does not eat meat or any animal by-products, which may also include honey. So why do people … [Read more...] about Over 20 Easy Healthy Vegetarian Recipes
Easy School Lunches for Kids!
Easy School Lunches for Kids are Appealing! Let's face it -- kids look forward to lunchtime at school as much as they look forward to recess. No matter what their age, a lunch bag or box with something simple, cheap and nutritious inside is what kids want and what their bodies need. Easy School Lunches for Kids Help Them Learn! Kids who are well nourished - breakfast, lunch and dinner - are 'ready to learn'. But, for parents, it can be overwhelming to focus on packing lunch from home while handling homework, after school activities and everything else in the household. So, here are … [Read more...] about Easy School Lunches for Kids!
Healthy Valentine’s Day Ideas!
This is a guest blog by Kaylie Chrismon. Valentine’s Day is a day of love. It’s to show anyone that you love them, so it can be a significant other, a spouse, or your family! Here are 6 ideas to get you thinking about Valentine’s Day this year. Two Ideas for Couples 1. Date night in! What’s your significant other’s or spouse’s favorite food or restaurant? Try cooking it at home and putting a healthy spin on it! Here’s a healthy lasagna to get you thinking. 2. Treat each other to a massage! Holidays can be stressful but this one won’t be if you’re enjoying a relaxing massage. Check … [Read more...] about Healthy Valentine’s Day Ideas!
Eat Like Your Grandmother Did
Eat with the Season My grandmothers both loved to eat whatever was 'in season.' One grandmother was a backyard gardener and she grew tasty vegetables as well as beautiful flowers. Along with my grandfather, she set up their yard as a neat kitchen garden. My other grandmother didn't grow her own food, but she was particular about choosing what was freshest and fit the season. In May-June, both my grandmothers ate strawberries grown very locally. When we visited, we gobbled them up! Cook with a Simple Recipe My grandmothers learned to cook from their mothers. Many of the recipes they … [Read more...] about Eat Like Your Grandmother Did
Healthify Your Breakfast!
This is a guest blog by Kaylie Chrismon. Have you ever wondered how healthy your breakfast is and what you can do to make it a better choice? Here are 10 suggestions for swaps and improvements: Quick, prepackaged oatmeal →overnight oats Sugary cereal →high fiber cereal Flavored yogurt →plain yogurt with berries, nuts, and cinnamon White bread with butter →whole wheat bread with almond butter or mashed avocado Bagel with cream cheese →whole wheat english muffin with peanut butter and banana slices Grits with butter →cooked quinoa with local honey, fruit, and cinnamon Bacon, … [Read more...] about Healthify Your Breakfast!
Celebrate National Whole Grains Month!
This guest blog is by Danielle Cushing. To celebrate National Whole Grain Month, let’s figure out whole grains, where to find them, and how to use them. What is a whole grain? In short, whole grains are more nutrient-rich than refined grains. Refined grains lose some of their minerals, B vitamins, and antioxidants during processing. Whole grains retain all of these and are also higher in fiber and high-quality protein. For more information about whole grains, check out the Whole Grains Council. Where in the grocery store will I find whole grains? 1. Many of your whole … [Read more...] about Celebrate National Whole Grains Month!