5 Smart Snacks to Eat During the NFL Playoffs!
Many of you might already know how excited I am that my co-author, NFL Future Hall-of-Famer, Tony Gonzalez won his first NFL Playoff game last week after 16 years in the NFL! The thrilling game was an emotional one for me as me kids told me to stop screaming at the tv with all the […]
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Can Eating Chocolate Reduce Sweet Cravings?
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner you may wonder if you can you have your cake and eat it too when trying to lose or maintain weight? A recent study suggets that you can. Reduced calorie diets that are meant to lower body weight and fat percentage are often difficult to maintain because they […]
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6 Must Haves for Nutrition On-The-Go
Are you getting ready for a few months full of plane rides, car trips, and lots and lots of waiting around for your travel plans to begin? If you’re thinking that you’ll have to give up your healthy eating while you’re on the road, not to worry! You’ve got plenty of healthy options to choose […]
8 Simple Ways to Eat More Fruits and Veggies
How many fruits and vegetables are in your daily diet? Do you think you’re getting enough? Recently the U.S. Center for Disease and Control health officials reported that, in 2009, 67.5% of adults ate fruit less than two times daily, and 73.7% ate vegetables less than three times per day. There is definitely work to […]
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5 Fast & Easy Summer Salsas
With summer underway, I’m sure your BBQ is getting as much use as mine is with grilled meats, fish and veggies always making appearances at the dinner table. One of my favorite dishes to bring to a BBQ or dinner party during the summer is a fresh salsa – they’re fast, tasty, and extremely versatile! […]
Tips for More Vegetables in Your Diet
Not everyone gets excited about a big bowl of carrots or a fresh spinach salad. However, these super foods a packed with vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals (nutrients that have additional health benefits beyond the required body function). In addition, vegetables are low calorie and full of fiber to keep your stomach full and your digestive […]
Top 5 Snacks to Pack in Your Suitcase
Going on vacation? There’s no better time to travel in the year than now! Kids are out of school, the sun is hot, everyone is in the mood for a summer getaway. You can eat whatever you want while on vacation, without tearing up your wallet into a gizillion pieces. The secret? Healthy snacks! On […]
Foodie Friday: Almonds
What’s the best nut to eat? I’m asked that again and again, and my answer is always the same. Packing more protein, calcium,fiber, vitamin E, niacin and riboflavin than any other tree nut out there, almonds are my hands down favorite! During the low-fat diet craze, one of nature’s most wholesome and nutritionally dense foods was ruthlessly […]
Top 12 Healthy Pantry Essentials
Now that you’ve mastered the art of healthy grocery shopping, you’re probably wondering how else you can make healthier choices in the kitchen! One of the easiest ways to eat healthier is to cook your own meals, as much as possible. That way, you know exactly what you are putting on your plates and in […]
10 Must Do’s for Smart and Healthy Grocery Shopping
Grocery stores are great places to load up on nutrition superstars like fresh fruits and veggies, whole grains, and high-quality protein sources. Unfortunately, it’s also very easy to pick up other, not-so-healthy items while you’re there too. While shopping the perimeter is always a good rule to follow, there are lots of other little ways […]
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5 Keys to Losing Fat Fast for Spring Break
This is the time of the year when many of us pack up and head for the heat during spring break. If you are wanting to get bikini-ready fast to look your best, here are some tips to help you shape up quickly! 1. EAT ENOUGH PROTEIN. How much is “enough”? Aim for at least […]
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5 Healthy & Tasty Movie Snacks
It’s movie night! Wondering what snacks you can make that are both tasty and healthy to accompany your choice of movie? Try one of these 5 healthy and tasty snacks while watching the movie of your choice! 1. Healthy Trailmix: You can mix wheat Chex with dried berries and raisins, chocolate chips, seeds and nuts. […]
