I love this month’s habit because local produce is abundant and everything looks and tastes so fresh. What better month than August to add one more vegetable to your day? Most of us, author of this blog included, do not eat enough vegetables in the course...
Here’s a great habit that has nothing to do with food or eating. So, what’s it got to do with living a healthier lifestyle? EVERYTHING! This month’s habit is to remember to BREATHE. Yes, I know you are breathing now or you wouldn’t be reading this....
Crazy isn’t it, that we are six months into the New Year? Here is my question: any of you make some type of resolution way back in January to-- Eat better ...
What a glorious time of year here in the Midwest! This is the perfect month to address another great habit: moving. No, not as in moving to another house or part of the country; moving YOU! Now, please don’t do the eyeroll and start telling...
Let’s Talk About Breakfast People say it’s the most important meal of the day. In my humble opinion, they are ALL important! I do believe that breakfast is the most abused meal. By this I mean that we Americans make the poorest choices at that time...
How could you not love a meal that is simple and AMAZING? Many people overlook the light and delicious flavor of fish...
Chicken Salad Chicken breast meat from a rotisserie chicken (skin removed) cut into small pieces 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 apple, gala or other sweet variety, chopped 2 handfuls of seedless (red) grapes, halved Chopped raw pecans Combine ingredients in a bowl. Add dressing and stir...
Large head of Romaine 15 oz. 1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained 1 large orange bell pepper 1 pint cherry tomatoes 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen, thawed) 5 green onions Finely chop romaine, bell pepper, tomatoes, and green onions. Place all ingredients...
1 can full-fat coconut milk (Thai Kitchen is my favorite) 3 Tablespoons cocoa powder Stevia or honey to taste 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or some other flavor, peppermint perhaps?) Optional: shredded coconut, almond butter, cinnamon Chill the unopened can of coconut milk in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight....