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
What is a Grocery Store Tour?
What is A Grocery Store Tour? Are you: Overwhelmed by all the varieties in the grocery store? Confused by food labels and stressed out by rising food costs? Worried about the choices in your grocery cart? On a grocery store tour, you will: Walk through the store with Cindy, a registered dietitian with 17 years in the grocery industry Target specific aisles to explore for healthy choices Learn to shop for easy meal solutions that meet your needs Become more confident looking for good nutrition at an affordable price Feel free to ask questions and know you can … [Read more...] about What is a Grocery Store Tour?
Easy, Healthy Ideas for Busy Moms!
Are You a Busy Mom? I meet a lot of caring moms in my line of work. Some work outside the home and some work as stay home moms. Some have little kids and some have teens. Some are already making healthy food choices and some are just getting ready to start. But, all the moms I meet have one thing in common -- they are extremely busy people! So, these easy, healthy ideas are for you! Easy, Healthy Ideas for Busy Moms 1. Fresh fruit, like apples and bananas, are everyone's favorites. Keep a bowl out on the kitchen counter and try your best to keep it full for healthy snacking or part of … [Read more...] about Easy, Healthy Ideas for Busy Moms!
Healthy Fats are Smart Choices!
Healthy Fats are Smart Choices - Why? We all need fat to survive - did you realize that? In fact, a healthy body depends on it. But, what about 'bad fats' and 'trans fats' and 'too much fat'? Right! It's important to eat a moderate amount of fat every day - about 25-30% of your total daily calories - and just as important to choose a healthy kind of fat. Because your heart and entire body will stay healthier with the smart fat choices. Healthy Fats are Smart Choices - Examples! Understanding that some fats are healthier is a good start to making these part of your meals and snacks. … [Read more...] about Healthy Fats are Smart Choices!
Summer Dinner Ideas for Hot Weather
Summer Dinner Ideas are Your Friend! In the summer, most of my friends and clients are looking for the most simple dinner ideas they can find. And, it makes perfect sense. Who wouldn't rather be at the pool, the park or fitting in some fun exercise? Without a huge amount of effort, summer dinner meals can bring good nutrition to your plate and wow flavors of the season to your tongue. And, even when summer's over, these go-to meals can be your quick solution. Summer Dinner Ideas are Easy to Plan! Here are 3 of my favorite easy meals for summer at the dinner table. 1. Sandwich & … [Read more...] about Summer Dinner Ideas for Hot Weather
Homemade Marinara Spaghetti Sauce is Tasty, Easy & Cheap!
Homemade Marinara Spaghetti Sauce This rich and tasty red sauce will make the whole kitchen smell good! Kids can help by measuring the ingredients, tearing the basil leaves and stirring, with supervision. Makes 4 servings 2 Tablespoons Olive oil 2 cloves Garlic, peeled and minced 2 cups Crushed or diced tomatoes in a can (*see note for using fresh) 2 Tablespoons Water Pinch Red pepper flakes 1/8 teaspoon Salt 8 Fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces Note*: To substitute fresh tomatoes, use 1 large chopped tomato as 1 cup and 2 large tomatoes as 2 cups. … [Read more...] about Homemade Marinara Spaghetti Sauce is Tasty, Easy & Cheap!