Who doesn’t like pizza? Growing up friday night was pizza night. I couldn’t wait to take a bite of a cheesy slice of pizza topped with pepperoni, olives and mushrooms. Nowadays I like to make my own pizza with healthier ingredients. These mini pizzas take less time to make than ordering one to go.…
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Salads are simple and quick to make as a main entrée, side entrée or a snack for busy individuals or families. Salads can be a part of a nutritious meal plan depending on the serving size and ingredients. Here are a few ways you may be ruining your salads and sabotaging your health: 1. Using…
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One way to stay cool and hydrated during the summer months is eating a refreshing watermelon, feta cheese, and arugula salad. This sweet and savory food combination blends very nicely together. I was surprised how a simple and nutritious salad dish can be so delish! Here’s a fun fruit fact: Watermelons are native to Africa and…
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Need an energy boost in the morning, afternoon, or evening? This thick and creamy beverage is exactly what you need for a nutritious snack or meal. A power protein packed peanut butter and berry smoothie is a great way to get fruit, calcium, and other nutrients. Did I mention it’s ready in 5 minutes?
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Eating out should be an enjoyable experience. A time to get together with family members and friends to eat a delicious and satisfying meal. If you’re trying to lose weight or manage your weight, restaurants have made it much easier to choose healthier options by listing the number of calories next to the menu item…
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Are you skipping breakfast because you don’t have time to get yourself ready, your children ready, and walk the dog? Well here is an easy and nutritious breakfast you can prepare the night before and eat in the morning. No more excuses for skipping breakfast!
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This frittata recipe is an easy, simple, protein packed brunch, lunch, or dinner dish to prepare when you have guests to impress.
You may be thinking what in the heck is a leek? Leeks are members of the onion family but the flavor is more subtle and sweeter than an onion. The first time I tried leeks was in a cooking demo several years ago at work. A local chef was demonstrating how to prepare leeks…
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I contributed to the following article in Real Health Magazine. Tell me what you think. Leave a comment below. “Superfood” describes a nutrient-dense food with numerous health benefits that can range from safeguarding against cell damage to the prevention of particular diseases. “There are specific foods containing important nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, fiber and polyphenols,…
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Fresh blueberries are a treat during the hot summer months. This popular fruit is sweet, delicious and loaded with powerful antioxidants that can be paired with different foods to enhance flavor. A group of antioxidant compounds, anthocyanins, are responsible for the royal blue color and contributes to various health benefits like reducing blood pressure and…
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