It may be cold and snowy outside, but that doesn’t mean you can’t pretend you are sitting on a beach somewhere, in the warm sun, sipping on a Mai Tai!! We can dream, right??? The following recipe may help this dream come true but possibly indoors. Energize Mai Tai is...
Everything You Wanted to Know About Mangoes
Mangos are a highly underestimated fruit and one that is filled with beneficial nutrients. Mangos can be used in a variety of recipes if you learn about choosing ripe ones and the easiest way to slice them. Check out the link below for the full “411 on mango nutrition and...
Are Sunflower Seeds Healthy?
Seeds are an underestimated treat that can be added to a variety of dishes and offer so much nutrition. Some popular seeds are chia, pumpkin, sunflower, flax, and sesame. I prefer sunflower seeds and will add them to salads, homemade granola, yogurt, oatmeal, or just eat them raw. Sunflower seeds...
8 Healthiest Beans for Legume Lovers
Beans, beans, the magical fruit!! They are indeed a healthy food and have so many beneficial nutrients.“Beans have so many nutritional benefits,” says Krista Maguire, R.D., C.S.S.D., nutrition manager at Beachbody. “They contain fiber and plant-based protein, which can help keep you feeling full and satisfied,” she explains. “In addition,...
Ghee vs. Butter: Which Is Better?
Ghee vs. butter? Which is better? Some may not be as familiar with ghee as butter but basically ghee is clarified butter. “Ghee has been used for thousands of years in India as part of Ayurvedic treatments and traditional cuisine as well as for religious purposes,” explains Vandana Sheth, R.D.N.,...
Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken
Summer picnics, grill-outs, celebrations… All these events bring lots of yummy food, but also some not so healthy options. Fried chicken is a popular picnic food and one that is inexpensive, can be eaten at room temperature, and a favorite of many. Unfortunately, fried chicken is not a very healthy...
National Spinach Day!!
It’s National Spinach Day!!! Spinach is one of those food items that have people liking it or not liking it. Honestly though, spinach is a food that I found to be easily added to dishes without much detection. Spinach has so many health benefits and is a great addition to...
Are Blueberries the Magical Fruit?
“Blueberries may be tiny, but they pack quite the nutritional punch.” One may even think they are the magical fruit, but they really are packed with so many nutrients and fiber. Blueberries also have many health benefits and can be a delicious addition to any dish. Check out some ways...
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Shakeology
Everything in moderation has always been something I live by even with foods that you may think are healthy for you. Oatmeal Raisin Cookies may sound healthy because of their name, unfortunately the sugar in them doesn’t make them a great daily option. How about an Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Shake...
9 Simple Ways to Reduce Stress Through Nutrition
Stress is all around and there are many different reasons why we experience stress. Fortunately there are ways to deal with our stress through meditation, yoga, and other fitness programs. Another way to reduce stress is through our nutrition. Eating right and fueling your body with the appropriate foods can...