If you need a festive dish to go with your margaritas for Cinco de Mayo on Friday, you’re in luck! These Fiesta Nachos are so vibrant and delicious. They are a sure bet to satisfy your guests without the usual crash from traditional nachos. You can use less cheese with this recipe because all of […]
We’ve all found ourselves fighting that 3 pm hunger and the vending machine our only option. Today, I am sharing my guide to healthy snacking on the go and some of my favorite snack options. Snacking is such an important way to get the nutrients that we needs and to keep our hunger at bay […]
These deviled eggs are the perfect little appetizer for the fam to snack on while Easter lunch is finishing up in the oven. I’m not kidding, I brought these a couple years ago to a family holiday and since then, they are demanded. Even the family members who turn the other cheek when “healthy” is […]
Let’s be honest, one of the main reasons I work out is so I can eat more. I just love food, who doesn’t? Usually, after a workout I am super hungry and ready to scarf down anything I can get my hands on. Which can be really dangerous! It is so important to grab a […]
Springtime is my favorite for a lot of reasons, but the top of that list has to be spring produce. Most farmer’s markets open their doors in March, and I must say, there is just something about meeting the farmer that grew your food. You are supporting his livelihood while he is definitely supporting yours. […]
As a dietitian, people often ask me what supplements they should be taking. There are so many products out there and a lot of (often conflicting) information. The supplement industry boasts a whopping $122 billion (yes, billion with a “B”) annually. So today I’m sharing my top tips on deciding whether to incorporate supplements into […]
I love a quick getaway for a long weekend. Three or four days is just enough time to reset and to explore a new place without feeling too rushed – win/win! However, without adequate planning you may also leave a long weekend feeling: a) exhausted from trying to fit every square inch of a city […]
Happy Monday! With Mardi Gras tomorrow, many people will be beginning a fast for the the Lenten season. Traditionally, some will abstain from meat on Wednesdays and Fridays until Easter. Others will choose specific things to avoid like social media, TV, sweets, etc,. A few months ago, Kandyce wrote on article on spiritual discipline of […]
I’ve been looking for a fun, new recipe for Valentine’s Day. I wanted to make something simple and, of course, delicious. As I was initially testing some dinner recipes for a date night in, I felt like everything I came up with was a bit cliche. Then it came to me: bring the l-o-v-e to […]
I am always looking for quick, easy, and healthy snacks to have at home and on the go. With so many convenient, processed foods readily available at our fingertips, if often takes some planning for the former. These energy bites meet all of my snack requirements and take less than 5 minutes to make. The […]