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Cranberries, a Favorite Thanksgiving Staple…
We all have that one special side dish that makes the meal…Thanksgiving was always a special time for me, gathering with family while enjoying the wonderful turkey dinner and delicious homemade pies. But as much as I loved the entire meal and what it stood for, I began to notice that certain small dishes or […]
Baked Sweet Potato Casserole w/ Coconut & Cinnamon
This is my favorite “go to” sweet potato casserole recipe for the Thanksgiving holiday and for other, warm, delicious winter meals. You can have that great flavor without all the added sugar and calories of other traditional casseroles. If sweet potatoes are on your menu this holiday, you may want to give this a […]
Don’t Forget to Breathe…
While going through some difficult times recently in addition to the planning for the upcoming holidays, I was suddenly reminded of the need to manage daily stress. There is one thing our bodies stop doing when under stress, BREATHE! Its’ often something we don’t realize or think about but can be crucial to relaxing […]
Taming the Sugar Cravings…
Our bodies have an amazing ability to tell us what we need, but are we listening? When we are lacking nutrients, water, or experiencing hormone imbalances, this can show up in the form of cravings. Certain nutrient deficiencies can cause salt cravings, while overall lack of nutrients can cause us to crave caffeine and sugar. […]
Lunch box lunches, fuel for success…
As we continue with our “back to school” series, we discussed how breakfast can be the power meal of the day starting the family off feeling energized and focused. So how do we provide our family with the fuel that’s needed to maintain that energy throughout the day?
Beanilicious Brownies
Chocolate brownies are a big favorite in many households, including mine. This gluten free, high fiber version is so good that your family won’t realize they may actually be better for them.
The power & clarity of breakfast…
With the start of school here for many of us, it’s a great time to start planning for the shift from the more relaxed summer schedule. While planning for school clothes and supplies, don’t forget meal planning. Did you know that studies show that children who eat a healthy breakfast score higher on tests and […]
Summer hydration: Are Sports Drinks the answer…
While we’re all still feeling the effects of the summer heat and sports season is just around the corner, there is one question that comes up quite often. Do I need a sports drink to replenish nutrients lost in the heat?
Coconut Orange Cream (Green) Smoothie
One of my favorite ice cream pops as a child was the creamsicle. That wonderful orange cream flavor was so refreshing on a hot summer evening. While thinking of this the other day, I decided to make a smoothie version that not only tastes delicious, but it can pass as a meal too. You can […]