Soup is a Great Meal for a Cool Day! The first time I ever ate this soup was at a cafe just around the corner from the world-famous Postojna Caves in Slovenia, Eastern Europe. It was fall and the air was brisk. All that mattered, though, after touring those spectacular caves, was that soup sounded like the perfect lunch. Slovenian Sauerkraut & Potato Soup Recipe! Makes Enough for 4 Soup Lovers Ingredients You Will Need: 1 tablespoon Olive Oil 2 large cloves Garlic, minced 1 small onion, chopped 6-8 Mushrooms, sliced 2-3 medium Potatoes, peeled, cut into small … [Read more...] about Slovenian Sauerkraut & Potato Soup is for Fall!
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!
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!
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!
Why Eat Healthy Snacks?
This is a guest blog by Kaylie Chrismon Why Eat Healthy Snacks? Here's why! When you eat healthy snacks, it's like pumping your body full of the kind of fuel it needs to run efficiently and run without breakdowns. Snacks are a great way to keep your energy high and to feel rejuvenated all day long. If you are considering snack options, it’s important to eat something tasty and filling and, if you're like me, crunchy is a huge bonus, too. Balance is the key to a good snack and by that I mean to get a mixture of good nutrition from all the groups such as fruits, vegetables, protein, dairy … [Read more...] about Why Eat Healthy Snacks?
A Healthy Chicken Breast Recipe!
A Healthy Chicken Breast Recipe is Precious! With all the nutritional advantages of eating lean protein, I think chicken is a really smart choice for the dinner meal. But, wait, this recipe isn't like all the others. It's a healthy chicken breast recipe that is a little exotic, a little gourmet and a lot of great flavors to enjoy! So, don't take my word for it - try it yourself and let me know how it goes. Tangy Lime Chicken Here’s a healthy chicken breast recipe that will please all members of the family! Kids can help by measuring ingredients, stirring together spices and … [Read more...] about A Healthy Chicken Breast Recipe!