My feelings towards Brussel Sprouts sure have changed during my life. I moved from disliking the smell, look, and taste to having them as one of my favorite vegetables. There is one experience I vividly recall when I was growing up. I was adamant and knew if I ate the one (canned) Brussel Sprout on […]
Sometimes it is confusing to figure out if eggs are a healthy food choice or not. I have heard many discussions with opinions ranging on both ends of the continuum. My answer when asked about eating eggs is, healthy eggs? heavens yes. One of my nieces and her family live on a small farm and […]
Do you know of someone who ages well? They seem to know exactly what to do to age gracefully. They are happy, healthy, care about others and are just fun to be around. This person for me is my mom. She just turned 91 years old and is just delightful. Through her actions, she has […]
What you choose to eat is an important aspect of your health. Elite body builders say that a 6 pack is developed in the kitchen. You can create the perfect training plan, hire the right coach, and buy all the trendy workout clothes, but nothing beats a healthy trip to the grocery store. If your […]
I get in a rut sometimes and make the same meals over and over. I know how long it takes to fix them and what I need to buy at the store. It makes mealtime easy. I try to mix it up and get out of the rut. That is why I am always looking […]
You have all heard the saying you are what you eat. Have you ever thought about how you eat is just as important? It is an important factor in nutrition to be mindful of how you eat. When you are eating, notice your thoughts, feelings and sensations. Being mindful can impact your health and help […]
Do you look for delicious ways to add vegetables to your diet? Are you looking for ways to focus more on vegetables? Vegetables are a great go to since they are low in fat, high in nutrients and may reduce the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer. Vegetables are just a good […]
Do you eat only during your three scheduled meals or do you like to eat throughout the day? Do you stick to a specific plan or do you like to nibble? I definitely like to snack. I eat my three meals and then when I am hungry, I will nibble on snacks between meals. When […]
Am I over the top when it comes to my spinach obsession? I love fresh spinach and eat it on everything as evident in Do You Want Spinach With That? I find myself running to the store a few times a week to buy another container of spinach. Running out or living a day without […]
Many people believe that eating healthy while on a budget is not possible. That is just not the case. There are many ways to stay on your budget while eating healthy. We will look at some strategies. Healthy Ingredients First, buy healthy ingredients that will help you stick to your budget: (You will notice […]