Nutrition

The recent outbreak of the devastating pandemic, commonly known as the Coronavirus, has many people rethinking their everyday habits. In addition to social distancing and more frequent hand washing, you may also want to consider giving your immune system a boost. While there’s a number of ways to do that like getting enough sleep and eating healthy, you can also take more vitamins.   We’ve compiled a list of the…

Working from home sounds great in theory, but during these uncertain times, it can be a challenge. The new reality is you’re probably stuck at home, trying to maintain your job, your family’s health, your children’s education, and some sense of normalcy. With everyone under one roof, making quick, but healthy meals has become even…

#4: Eat Comfort Food. I know, the first thing you think of is mac and cheese, chicken pot pie, fried chicken, ice cream. Those aren’t the foods I’m thinking of. Comfort food doesn’t have to be a calorie bomb! Foods can be satisfying and comforting while also healthy. Try this Lentil Soup or Mediterranean Vegetable…

Overnight oats can have several health benefits, depending on what other ingredients you add to your recipes. My two favorite Overnight Oats recipes are packed with health benefits, so let’s talk about these ingredients. #1. Oats Whether made into cooked oatmeal or soaked overnight, oats are one of many whole grains that are important to…

 I love this granola because it’s pretty low in sugar and full of heart-healthy, memory boosting oats and nuts! It makes a great topping for Greek yogurt, overnight oats or that ice cream splurge.  Ingredients 1/3 cup honey ¼ cup brown sugar 4 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup vegetable…

With January done and gone, how are those New Year’s goals and resolutions coming? This is the time of year where I am sick and tired of hearing  stupid juice cleanse commercials on the radio and the latest detox, starvation diet that’s supposed to change your life.  The only thing they’re going to change is…

Honey Peanut Chicken Satay is the perfect marinated grilled chicken for an appetizer party or family dinner- deliciously spiced and easy to make! This post is sponsored by PB2. All opinions are my own. It’s a new year and a good time to fill your recipe collection with all the healthy recipes. This Honey Peanut Chicken…

Thyroid problems are increasingly common nowadays. Many people have no idea that they have an underlying thyroid imbalance, thyroid dysfunction or thyroid autoimmunity (Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or Grave’s disease). In addition, thyroid problems are frequently under-diagnosed and misdiagnosed. Thyroid hormone is the master metabolism hormone. The thyroid gland is intrinsically connected with metabolism, brain functioning, and…

This recipe was inspired by this https://paleoglutenfree.com/recipes/best-paleo-avocado-chocolate-cake/.  I’m not going to pretend I invented this, as I didn’t, but I’ve made my own version with lemon and it tastes amazing.  My husband even liked it, even knowing there was no butter or flour in the cake!! So here is my recipe for the cake 1…

Nuts:  1 ounce, or about ¼ cup, of nuts has 6-7 grams of protein, and 2 Tablespoons of peanut butter or almond butter has 7 grams of protein. Be sure to choose nut butters without added sugar and preservatives to maximize the nutrition you get without the extra stuff your body doesn’t need. Adding nuts…