Do you need a grab and go snack? I made one this week that is nutritious, iron rich and delicious! As an added bonus it’s high in vitamin C, which means the iron is well absorbed. That’s a winning combination! My grab and go snack is homemade trail mix. A great formula for homemade trail […]
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Ever get in a breakfast rut? I do. I just make the same thing every morning because it’s easy. But this winter I’m breaking out of my breakfast rut! I found a new favorite breakfast. Did you hate oatmeal when you were a kid? I bet you loaded it with brown sugar or maple syrup […]
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How about an iron rich snack that’s delicious? Yup, it exists! Pumpkin seeds and dark chocolate bark! I made it today and took some pictures so you can make it too! Dark chocolate – at least 70% cocoa is the healthier choice and contains lots of iron. I bought this nice big bar at Walmart […]
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It’s the time of year when I want a sweet cold treat. I found one that’s healthy too! How cool is that? Smoothies always sound so delicious but I really don’t like to drink my calories. I prefer the hand to mouth experience of eating. So I went on a search for a smoothie recipe […]
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How about Apple Nachos? I got some tech help and that means I have some good pictures! It looks too good to be healthy! But it is! Ingredients 1 medium apple nut butter maple syrup Topping suggestions-sunflower seeds, chopped nuts, coconut Method Cut the apple into slices and place in a circle on a medium […]
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Do you love summer salads? My husband and I often enjoy a large salad for dinner on a hot summer night. This is our new healthy favorite. Kale, Chickpea and Feta cheese salad Ingredient List 1 bunch Kale, washed & dried or a package of chopped Kale 1 can chick peas, rinsed and drained ¾ […]
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Pina Colada parfait! Try this delightful combination for breakfast or as dessert. As an added bonus there are 9 grams of protein, which helps us feel full longer. Most women need to eat more protein. Here’s the recipe with step-by-step directions and pictures too! Ingredients: 1 cup of frozen pineapple chunks 2 teaspoons of flaked […]
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It’s the time of year when I want a sweet cold treat. I found one that’s healthy too! How cool is that? Smoothies always sound so delicious but I really don’t like to drink my calories. I prefer the hand to mouth experience of eating. So I went on a search for a smoothie recipe […]
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Are you ready to try a fun new snack? I saw chickpea snacks in the grocery store but the price was too high for my liking. So I took a look and found a snack hack. Here is the recipe! Cinnamon-maple chickpea nut snack Ingredients 1 can of chickpeas 2 Tbsp. olive oil 2 Tbsp. […]
Read MorePina Colada parfait! Try this delightful combination for breakfast or as dessert. As an added bonus there are 9 grams of protein, which helps us feel full longer. Most women need to eat more protein. Here’s the recipe with step-by-step directions and pictures too! Ingredients: 1 cup of frozen pineapple chunks 2 teaspoons of flaked […]
Read MoreI just found a delicious low calorie, low fat dessert recipe that I just have to share! It’s rich and creamy and sweet but won’t blow our healthy eating plan! I made it today and took some pictures. These are the ingredients you will need. 1 container of ultra low fat cool whip 9 […]
Read MoreDo you love summer salads? My husband and I often enjoy a large salad for dinner on a hot summer night. This is our new healthy favorite. Kale, Chickpea and Feta cheese salad Ingredient List 1 bunch Kale, washed & dried or a package of chopped Kale 1 can chick peas, rinsed and drained ¾ […]
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