Reading Time: 3 minutes The best way to eat healthy meals is by making your own. But what if you’re traveling, on vacation, at a work dinner or having a nice dinner out with friends or family? There’s nothing wrong with eating out occasionally, but it can make eating more challenging. These simple guidelines can help you avoid the carb slump, beat the sodium … Read More
Simple Tips for Making Healthy Salads (Plus 3 Unhealthy Salads to Never Eat)
Reading Time: 3 minutes Summer is in full-swing, and it’s the perfect time for cool, crisp, healthy salads. But you don’t need warm weather as an excuse to eat more greens and veggies. Salads are a great idea any time of year because they’re packed with fiber and important vitamins and minerals (like vitamins A, B, C, and E, calcium, magnesium, and potassium) you … Read More
Healthy and Refreshing Summer Foods
Reading Time: 4 minutes Warm weather meals generally call for different recipes than cold weather. Who wants soup when it’s 100 degrees outside?! So, we’ve Googled, read, and pulled out all the cookbooks in order to find some healthy and refreshing summer foods to enjoy. First, let’s explore some delicious in-season foods. If you’ve ever started your own back yard garden, or perhaps lived … Read More
Healthy Easter Basket Ideas
Reading Time: 3 minutes Go to any grocery store at Easter time and you’ll see aisles full of chocolates, candies and chick- and bunny-themed treats. They look yummy, but all the sugar and processed ingredients aren’t great for health. Thankfully, we have some healthy Easter basket ideas to help your family enjoy the holiday in a nutritious (and delicious!) way. Below are some easy, … Read More
7 Super-Healthy St. Patrick’s Day Green Snacks
Reading Time: 3 minutes Some good fortunes happen due to luck, but a healthy life is something we must maintain for ourselves. And there’s no better day to promote that good health than with the Luck of the Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! Whether you’re entertaining and want to offer better options to your guests or just want nutritious but fun foods for your … Read More
Surprisingly Unhealthy Foods Disguised as Healthy
Reading Time: 3 minutes Most people know whole foods, like fruits and vegetables, are good for us, but what about packaged foods that claim to be healthy? How much can we trust them? Due to clever marketing or disinformation online, sometimes it’s hard to tell if a food is actually good for you. The foods in this list can fill in that category. They … Read More
Jumpstart New Year’s Resolution to Eat Better
Reading Time: 4 minutes The New Year is upon us! Did you make a resolution to eat better? While New Year resolutions can be great launching points to create a better life, you might find yourself a little overwhelmed and not sure where to start once January 1st is here and gone. Whether you’re reading this just a few days into January or halfway … Read More
5 Ways to Enjoy Holiday Sweets Without Overindulging
Reading Time: 3 minutes Food is a huge part of the holiday season. But those who are mindful of health or weight management might worry about those salt- or sugar-laden foods that are less than nutritious. If you want to enjoy the special treats available this time of year without overdoing it, how can you find a good balance? To help you answer that … Read More
Top Omega-3 Benefits for a Healthy Body and Brain
Reading Time: 3 minutes Omega-3s are amazing for supporting our minds, bodies and overall health! Maybe you’ve heard about omega-3s but aren’t sure where to get them or why they’re important. Below, we’ll answer the biggest questions about omega-3s and cover the top benefits of including them in your diet. What are Omega-3s? Omega-3s are known as essential fatty acids, meaning our bodies can’t … Read More
Is a Big Breakfast Necessary?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Do You Have to Eat a Big Breakfast to Be Healthy? You’ve probably heard the saying that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” Many weight loss diets will tout the same philosophy, claiming those who eat more at the start of the day are less likely to overeat or reach for the sweets later on. But is … Read More