Category Archives: Diet and Nutrition
Summer Sips: Drink Recipes to Beat the Heat!
We have your summer drink menu right here and-bonus!-all are healthy Cold drinks are extra refreshing during summer’s heat, whether you partake in a fruit-filled breakfast smoothie or an iced midday treat. Which is why we’re giving you three to … Continue reading
Foods to Fight Allergies
With the unseasonably warm winter and early arrival of spring, pollen counts are sky-high! Good news is that there are certain foods that can actually help lessen your allergy symptoms. Try incorporating some of these foods into your healthy diet. … Continue reading
What’s On Your Plate?
Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month®? Now is a good time as ever to think about your daily eating habits and decide whether or not to make changes for the better. Maybe you’re bored with eating a … Continue reading
Curb Your Afternoon Cravings
It’s 3:00 pm and your stomach is rumbling. You contemplate holding out until dinner, but then after 15 minutes you start to feel famished and head straight to the vending machine for a quick unhealthy fix. Sound familiar? We all … Continue reading
Heart Healthy Grocery Shopping
February is American Heart Month and a good time to pledge to be heart healthy. You can improve your heart health by living an overall healthy lifestyle, and this starts with good nutrition. Colorful fruits and veggies, like carrots, peaches … Continue reading
The Skinny on Gluten-Free
Today, more grocery stores are stocking shelves with gluten-free breads and pastas and restaurants are adding gluten-free options to its menus. You may be wondering what is gluten? We’re here to give you the skinny on a gluten-free diet and … Continue reading
Soup for the Soul
January is National Soup Month and there is no better way to celebrate then indulging in a warm, hearty bowl of soup. Soup can be a meal or a snack. It can fill you up when you’re watching your waistline … Continue reading
Portion Control Over the Holidays
We’ve all done it – you know, justifying that extra slice of apple pie or glass of eggnog just because it’s the holidays. We know it’s not good for us, but we figure our New Year’s resolution of weight loss … Continue reading
Fruit Juices for Your Health
Courtesy of Shape.com It’s true, some fruit juices can be high in sugar and calories. However, there are many significant health benefits from juices that are all natural and made from real, fresh fruit. When consumed in moderation, fruit juice … Continue reading