Every week my son grabs the grocery store ads, finds a marker, and circles all the things that he wants to eat that week. Lots of fruits and veggies, but also chips and cookies that he knows I’m not likely to buy. Last week he circled all the shrimp. He’s only tried...
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Friday Foodspiration: Coconut Cashew Trail Granola
I love trail mix! Fortunately, over the years I have upgraded from M&Ms and peanuts to versions packed with protein, healthy fats, and natural sweeteners. Unfortunately, that’s hard to find in the store. Plus, the big problem I have with a bag of trail mix is all...
The Secret to Why Your Aches and Pains Are Worse in the Winter
Are your joints feeling stiff lately? Is it harder to get your muscles moving in the morning? Do your hips, knees, shoulders, or back ache more than usual? This time of year many people just like you pay us a visit. They are usually experiencing a worsening of...
Friday Foodspiration: Roasted Chicken and Carrots
What better words to describe a winter family dinner than . . . warm, hearty, cast iron, and BACON! This is where comfort food and healthy food merge. It’s a heavier dish with bacon and chicken thighs, so you don’t need a bunch of extra sides to make a meal. A light...
Are Holiday Treats Making You Stiff and Sore?
This time of year sweets and treats are everywhere. In fact, it starts at Halloween and follows us all the way through New Years . . . candy, pies, cookies, cakes, fudge, and brittles. You may be concerned about the impact this has on your waistline, but most just...
Friday Foodspiration: Almond Chicken Noodle Bowl
What do you do with leftover chicken on a busy weekend? I toss it with a yummy sauce, some veggies, and noodles for a one pot meal. I think in the future I am going to make this sauce and keep some in my fridge because my kids loved it! They asked for seconds and...
A Happy Gut Through the Holidays
The holidays often bring an extra dose of sugary treats and added stress – the perfect storm for gut health imbalances (otherwise known as tummy trouble). Of course, digestive issues are not just seasonal. Throughout the year, nearly 3/4 of Americans are living with...
Friday Foodspiration: Cauliflower Risotto
Risotto is a winter comfort food usually loaded with cheese, carbs, and calories. This creamy dish has the flavor and the feel of your favorite savory dish without the heavy bloated feeling afterward. Plus – by replacing the rice with cauliflower you are adding a...
Friday Foodspiration: Banana Protein Blondies
These blondies are the BEST post workout snack EVER! Fueling after a workout often has to be quick and on the go. Unfortunately, most of the bars that claim to be used for that purpose are filled with sugar and artificial ingredients that are counterproductive to the...
10 Best Foods For Rapid Muscle Recovery
A little soreness with a workout is bearable. . . maybe even pleasant if it’s a reminder of how hard you worked the day before. However, some aches and pains are more intense or don’t seem to go away quickly enough. This can limit both your ability and motivation to...