There are some food combinations that we expect to go well together, like peanut butter & jelly, macaroni & cheese, and cookies & milk. So, when it comes to experimenting with new food combinations, for Sunday dinner, I usually take the safe route. It’s not that I don’t like trying new things; I don’t like experimenting with Sunday dinner. My family looks forward to my … Continue reading Sunday Dinner Series: Vegetable Medley Quiche
Okay, I admit: I’m cynical when it comes to trusting what’s in my food. For this reason, I spend much of my time reading the food labels, while grocery shopping. Even though I buy the same items week after week, I still check the labels to make sure the ingredients haven’t changed. The current food label is a little difficult to understand. It’s hard to … Continue reading Nutrition Labels Getting Makeover
Since this is National Nutrition Month, this is a good time to set goals for eating better, and adding a little physical activity into your lifestyle. But, you may be asking “Where do I start?” The best place to start the journey of eating healthy is right there in your kitchen. Before you begin moving towards the path of healthy eating, you need to know … Continue reading Your Kitchen: Where Healthy Begins
If you’ve been thinking about changing your eating habits, and starting the journey of healthy eating; there’s no better time than now! March is the observance of National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme is: “Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right.” National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign created by the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, to bring awareness and educate the public, on the … Continue reading National Nutrition Month – Are You In?
When the weather is cool and a chill is in the air, nothing warms the body and the stomach like a hearty, bowl of soup. Although, soup isn’t generally considered a menu choice, for Sunday dinner, the many varieties can make it a star-attraction on many family tables. I’ve found that a nice bowl of soup is very convenient, when you don’t want to spend … Continue reading Sunday Dinner Series: Hearty Vegetable Soup
As a home cook, my meal preparations are often dictated by time. During the week, I try not to spend a lot of time on meal preparation. After working all day, I want a healthy meal, but I don’t want to spend too much time on preparation — I want it quick and good! And, depending on what I’m preparing, I opt to use can, … Continue reading Cook’s Choice: Can, Fresh, or Frozen?
Wings, pizza, chips, and other high-calorie snacks are a few of the major players, at many Super Bowl parties. With all the excitement and hoopla, it is very easy to load up on these snacks and consume extra calories as well. If you’re not cautious, you could consume well over 3,500 calories, during the game. But, how can you enjoy the Super Bowl party and … Continue reading How Not to Overeat on Super Bowl Sunday
Shhh! Can you keep a secret? It’s a secret many people know, and are reaping the full benefits. Then, there are people who don’t know this secret, and are suffering the consequences, due to their lack of knowledge. The secret to eating healthy is quite simple, but elusive to many: Eat Real Food. That’s it! It’s not complicated. If we eat real food, we stand … Continue reading The Simple Secret to Eating Healthy
Well, 2013 is gone! Hopefully, you’ve decided that 2014 will be the year that you exercise and get healthy. Why exercise? It’s been proven that exercise is very effective in reducing your risk for chronic diseases: high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes. Exercising routinely is hard, and we’ve all made excuses for why we can’t exercise: “I don’t have time,” My schedule isn’t flexible,” “Exercising … Continue reading What’s Your Excuse?
Since we are now approaching the end of 2013, I wanted to take time and reflect on my list of healthy favorites, for 2013. The items on my list are foods and exercise programs that are a big part, of my healthy lifestyle. Some of these healthy favorites I couldn’t live without — some, were downright painful. But, despite the ones that were painful, my … Continue reading What’s on Your 2013 List of Healthy Favorites?
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