Risks of Trying New Foods If you think about it, trying a new food is not really a high-risk behavior like quite a few others. What will happen if you try a new food and you don't like it? Well, you might experience a taste, smell and/or texture you don't normally like. Or, you might have to spit it out. Or, you might have to swallow it anyway if you're out to dinner. But, what if you try a new food and like it? This is when the benefits really kick in. Benefits of Trying New Foods ♦Expanding Nutritional Variety - This is a biggie for everyone because every time you expand the foods … [Read more...] about Trying New Foods has Benefits!
The End of the Year is for Reflecting, Learning, Thanking!
Reflecting, Learning, Thanking! The end of the year is for reflecting, learning, thanking. So many times, my clients thank me and that makes me feel great. They tell me they've learned how to write a healthier menu, how to adjust their portions, how to rearrange their meals and snacks to feel more sustained energy all day long. They tell me they feel more confident during their grocery shopping trip and when doing a healthy recipe makeover. All of this is very satisfying and I'm thankful. 7 Things I've Learned This Year from My Clients! The end of the year is for reflecting, learning, … [Read more...] about The End of the Year is for Reflecting, Learning, Thanking!
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!
Go-To Meals are Healthy, Quick & Cheap!
What's a 'Go To' Meal? I am a firm believer in keeping it simple in the kitchen. A piece of fruit, slice of bread with peanut or almond butter, a cup of yogurt, a can of tuna, a bag of frozen veggies. 'Go To' meals are born from simple choices that support great flavors and great nutrition. They are the meals you can always remember, always enjoy and always find ingredients in your kitchen to make them - quickly. 3 Reasons to Embrace 'Go To' Meals! There are many more than 3 reasons to use 'Go To' meals. Here are a few of my top choices: eat healthfully; eat with less stress; eat … [Read more...] about Go-To Meals are Healthy, Quick & Cheap!
Grocery Shopping for Mediterranean Foods is a Smart Plan!
It's Mediterranean Month! If you want to follow a healthy eating plan from around the world, a smart choice is Mediterranean style. Flavors are fresh, fruits and vegetables are plentiful and the net result is very healthy 'fuel' for your body. When I lived in Italy 7 years ago from September - December, I was really excited about what I could buy at the grocery store and open-air markets. Boy, was it fun cooking there! Grocery Shopping for Mediterranean Foods in the USA! It's all good news if you want to find Mediterranean foods in American grocery stores these days. Look around for … [Read more...] about Grocery Shopping for Mediterranean Foods is a Smart Plan!