Meal prepping is a loose term for making your meals ahead of time. Prepping your meals for the week is not only a time saver but a money and calorie saver as well. This recipe calls for quinoa, a whole grain packed with protein and fiber. Add in beans and corn, and you have a…
Getting your kids to eat their vegetables can be quite the task. Use up the last of this summer’s zucchini or summer squash with this recipe that’s sure to please. Zucchini spaghetti 4 zucchini or summer squash 1 tablespoon olive oil Seasoning to taste (we love Trader Joe’s 21 seasoning blend) ¼ cup water Using…
An apple a day can keep the doctor away! With 4 grams of soluble fiber and antioxidants to boot, a medium apple has the power to help prevent health conditions such as pancreatic and colorectal cancer, diabetes, high cholesterol, gallstones, heart disease and cataracts. Include an apple in your day today with this delicious combination of fresh…
We all need a little motivation to get moving in the morning. Enter breakfast! How does warm sausage, egg and ooey, gooey cheese sound? Skip the fast food drive-thru and make a heart-healthy breakfast burrito yourself with a few simple substitutions. Use MorningStar Farms Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties (or another brand of nonmeat breakfast…
Calcium is a superhero for your child’s bones, setting them up for a strong, healthy body later in life. And it’s hidden in some surprising places — like white beans! Try this recipe for a calcium boost. Easy White Bean Dip 15-ounce can cannellini or white beans, rinsed and drained 1 small clove garlic 2…
Calcium is a superhero for your child’s bones, setting them up for a strong, healthy body later in life. And it’s hidden in some surprising places — like sweet potatoes! Try this recipe for a calcium boost. Crispiest Sweet Potato Fries1 large sweet potato 2 teaspoons olive oil or melted coconut oil Salt or favorite…
If you’re looking for a healthy, high fiber, on-the-go start to your morning, look no further than breakfast cookies. Part scone, part cookie and part muffin, these hand-held goodies are also kid-friendly. This recipe calls for oat flour, which you can usually find in the natural foods section of most grocery stores or you can…
Calcium is a superhero for your child’s bones, setting them up for a strong, healthy body later in life. And it’s hidden in some surprising places — like spinach! Try this recipe for a calcium boost. Green Goblin Smoothie 2 handfuls fresh spinach (about 2 cups) 1 banana 1 cup berries of your choice (strawberries,…
Celebrate the last blast of summer with an easy and healthy grilling recipe. Chill out and let your grill do the work. Grilled Chicken Breasts With Lemon Broccoli 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 2 quarts cold water ¼ cup sea salt, plus more for seasoning ¼ cup sugar 1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets 1…
The chia seed’s name instantly brings to mind a catchy refrain from a TV commercial. Cha-cha-cha-chia! But this chia is no pet. It’s a tiny seed packed with a wallop of health benefits. Chia seeds are harvested from the Salvia hispanica plant, a type of plant in the mint family. The word chia means “strength”…
Though it still feels like the endless summer, apple season is here! And who doesn’t love apple pie? Now you can enjoy everything you love about apple pie in a much healthier and easier way! This smoothie recipe mixes your favorite flavors with good-for-you ingredients, making this a perfect morning treat or anytime snack. Apple…
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy sweet and juicy watermelon. Melons are high in essential vitamins and minerals, making them an excellent choice for a snack or side dish. They have high levels of vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium and lycopene. Melons play an important role in healing, maintaining healthy teeth, skin, bones and…