We just celebrated Thanksgiving, but are we tired of pumpkin yet? Of course not! In fact, I buy the big cans of pumpkin puree at Costco and always have a little leftover after measuring out what I need for bread or pie or (my husbands favorite) cheesecake. A little...
Trevor Ling
Wake Up Early Even On Dark Days
The alarm goes off and for a moment I just want to stay wrapped up in bed. When it’s cold outside and cozy in bed, it’s much more tempting to hit the snooze button for ‘just 10 more minutes’. But, on these darker, colder mornings as we quickly approach winter, we can...
Friday Foodspiration: Banana Bread Bites
Imagine a cross between banana bread and donut holes . . . yes, it’s as good as you imagine. And when you take away the gluten, dairy, and refined sugars it is still so satisfying on a cool fall morning. Banana Bread Bites Ingredients 3 Ripe Bananas 2 tbs Ground Flax...
Get UP and Get FIT (Even when you don’t feel like it)!
What are your plans for the day? Does it include ANY exercise? See, we all have the same 24 hours in a day. I wonder how many people choose to use just 30 minutes of this time on doing some form of exercise. A simple healthy habit of 30 minutes of exercise might help...
Friday Foodspiration: Seared Scallops and Asparagus
This may just be the leanest, cleanest, metabolism boosting meal possible. Yet, it’s far from boring or flavorless. Scallops can be a bit pricey at a restaurant, but when you watch for a seafood sale at your local market you can make them at home very reasonably. A...
One Simple Secret For A Happier and Healthier Autumn
The days are shorter and the hours of daylight outside of work and school are limited. As a result, the number one thing that most people stop doing this time of year is getting outdoors. But, getting out for a long walk is one of the best things you can do for...
Friday Foodspiration: Spaghetti Squash Chicken Casserole
Who doesn’t love a comforting casserole after a busy day at work and school? Do you have a go to? Tuna noodle, turkey tetrazzini, hamburger stroganoff? Unfortunately, all of these have one thing in common. . . . lots of noodles. If you are interested in lowering...
How to NOT Overeat Leftover Halloween Candy
We survived another Halloween with its tricks, treats, and spooky cocktails. I hope you were able to sneak your favorites from your kid’s buckets last night. But, now that the night is over . . . it’s a new day and a new month. . . . how do we not overeat all the...
5 Common Misconceptions About Weight Training Over 50
Weight training at any age has countless benefits. However, if you are over the age of 50 it could literally change the trajectory of the rest of your life. After age 30, the natural aging process stops the production of new muscle cells in your body. If you choose to...
Friday Foodspiration: Dark Chocolate Tahini Cookies
In fact, the inspiration for most of what I cook is . . . use up what’s in the fridge and pantry. And this time the result was rich, chewy dark chocolate goodness! I was afraid the tahini would be too strong of a taste and my kids would be disappointed. No way! It...