It’s 4:00 and the sugar-cravings are upon you. Do you run through the Starbucks line, dig in the candy bowl at work, or bite into the cupcake your child brought home from school? Maybe you reach for that sugar-infused yogurt that claims it’s high in protein and, therefore, must be healthy? Oh, I know! You…
Archives for August 2018
Non-Toxic Skincare Products That Actually Work
Did you know that your skin makes up the largest endocrine organ in the entire body? An endocrine system is a network of chemical messengers (or hormones), and the glands that transport these hormones directly into the blood stream. This system is the reason why medicine has allowed us to regulate hormones via skin patches,…
Eat the Rainbow
It’s a fact. A high intake of vegetables is inversely related with just about every chronic condition. From obesity, cancer, diabetes, age-related disorders, to cardiovascular disease, you name it. So, why do only 9% of Americans eat the recommended amount of vegetables per day? (That’s right, that was not a typo. Nine percent!)
Stuffed Butternut Squash
What can improve eyesight, has shown to improve the symptoms of PMS, and has more potassium than a banana? Yup. Your new best friend, the butternut squash! This brightly colored vegetable makes for a hearty meal-filler, soup base, or salad topper. This particular recipe is sure to please meat-eaters and their counterparts, alike.
Roasted Chickpeas to Please
We all know how hard it is to find the perfect soul mate. It seems like finding the perfect snack can be equally daunting. In fact, they might just call for similar qualities. Reliable, fulFILLING, satiating, delicious, and crunchy.
Eat This, Not That
Instead of pizza: Cauliflower pizza crust is all the rage. Top it with mozzarella cheese, vine-ripened tomatoes and fresh basil. After this pizza, you will be reaching for a high-five instead of an antacid.
Creative Snacks to Satisfy & Nourish
Loaded Grain-Free Toast Awaken your tastebuds with these creative combos.
Are All Greens Created Equal?
A salad is a salad, right? Wrong! The CDC has listed the top salad greens, according to nutritional density.
(Navy Bean) Blondie With a Twist
Fiber isn’t typically what comes to mind when one contemplates dessert. This recipe certainly changes that!