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Ideas for Light, Healthy Meals for Summer
KIf you're anything like me, during the summer months, you probably eat less heavy, hot meals, and turn to more lighter fare. The good news is that not only are these lighter meals much more pleasant to eat in 90 and 100-degree summer heat, but many of them are very...
Why It’s Important to Stretch
Do you work out at home? Do you at least stretch? Two years ago, I thought that I had twisted my knee. I was in severe pain couldn't bend it and really couldn't even walk. It turns out that I had a very tight iliotibial tract or IT band. If you don't know, the IT band...
Fresh Herbs to Grow this Spring
If there's one thing 2020 taught us, it was that we all started cooking more at home, a lot more! I always have dried herbs and spices on hand in my kitchen, but this year I want to be able to supply myself with more fresh herbs. Using herbs and spices to season your...
4 Delicious Salads You Need to Try
I don't know about you, but during the winter I don't eat nearly as many salads. Is it just me? I'm more about casseroles and soups. But come spring and summer, I can't seem to get enough salads. Salads are a great option for a filling lunch or dinner, or even as a...
Spring Fruits and Vegetables for a Healthier You
When you are trying to eat healthier, you are allowed plenty of fresh produce, and encouraged to enjoy it as much as possible. Produce can get expensive, so it is best that you get the seasonal produce. Plus, this lets you try new recipes every few months. Here are...
Dealing with Your Emotions Away from Food
It’s no secret that a lot of people engage in emotional eating. Whether you are anxious and stressed or depressed and upset at any point in your life, food can always “be there” for you as a coping mechanism. However, utilizing food as a means of a coping mechanism...
Is Emotional Eating Harming Your Health
Emotional eating is something that 38% of adults have reported engaging in under times of stress and anxiety, according to the American Psychological Association. Additionally, half of those adults report engaging in these behaviors on a weekly basis or more. However,...
7 Tips to Help You Organize Your Kitchen
My husband had the local news on this morning while we were getting ready for work. I really wasn't paying much attention until I heard them mention Spring cleaning, and getting rid of clutter. Boy, I've been working at getting rid of 20 years of clutter from our...
Gluten-Free Air Fryer Onion Rings
These air fried onion rings are just as crisp and delicious as their deep fried cousins, but they are so good that your family will never guess that they are A) air fried, and B) gluten-free. You can exchange the buttermilk for almond or coconut milk and they will...
6 Stress-Free Meal Planning Tips to Simplify Your Busy Life
I have had quite a few of you and those in my private Facebook group ask me about meal planning. Since I am not a registered dietician, nor a nutritionist, I thought I would give you some tips that have helped me over the years plan meals for my family. I'm sure...