Life is busy so when it comes to eating healthy sometimes it’s not the first priority. Choosing healthy food is the first to any weight loss journey but how we eat is also very important. Bad eating habits are very common and can become hard to break if you don’t...
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Eating healthy is important for every stage of life and the newest Dietary Guidelines for Americans published by the USDA and HHS say just that. “The newest guidelines emphasize that everyone can benefit from healthy dietary patterns, whether or not you’re trying to lose weight.” Check out 4 of the...
Margarita Chicken
Today is National Margarita Day!! Usually I would be sharing a margarita drink recipe but today I decided to share a recipe that is not only delicious but won’t give you “a hangover”!! Margarita Chicken is cooked with a tropical sweet/tart marinade that infuses so much flavor into the chicken....
Is Pregnancy Brain a Real Thing?
Pregnancy can change a lot of physical attributes of your body, but it can also affect your emotional and mental state. One of the things I have heard from pregnant women is having pregnancy brain. “If you’re expecting and you’ve found yourself doing odd things like putting your keys in...
5 Reasons to Add Aloe Vera to Your Skin Care Routine
Aloe Vera is a succulent plant native to the Arabian Peninsula, but grows wild in tropical climates. It has over 500 species and has been known and used for its health, beauty, medicinal and skin care properties. Have you ever cut open an aloe plant and rubbed the gel on...
Wild About Walnuts!!
One of my go-to healthy snack options are nuts. I love all kinds, and use them in many ways besides just eating them plain. They are a very versatile food and have a lot of beneficial nutrients for your body. Walnuts are one of my favorites, but they are “calorically...
8 Tips for Flawless Skin
Keeping our skin looking fresh, glowing, and free of flaws can be difficult with so many factors that play into healthy skin. “Our face is the first thing others notice about us, and a healthy, glowing complexion is a hallmark of both physical and emotional well-being, not to mention beauty.”...
The 411 on Mushroom Nutrition
Mushrooms are one of those foods I feel like you either hate or love. What I didn’t realize is their nutritional value and how many different varieties actually exist. If you are leaning towards a dislike for mushrooms, I would highly suggest checking out this article about mushroom nutrition &...
Easter Egg Shakeology
Even though Easter is over, it doesn’t mean you still can’t have an Easter-themed shake that is egg-cellent!! Easter Egg Shakeology is not only pretty to look at but filled with so many flavors. A perfect shake to celebrate the many beautiful colors of Spring!! Ingredients I cup unsweetened almond...
Everything You Need to Know About Almond Milk
If you are not a regular milk drinker, have you tried milk alternatives? There are many different options, such as almond, cashew, and oat milk. I’ve tried all and I really love almond milk. Almond milk is made from ground up almonds soaked in water. Sometimes thickeners are added to...