Nutrition

Healthy Eating Tips for Busy People

Life is busy.  Many of us are working full time, caring for a family, and trying to stay healthy.  It’s hard to do it all and still prioritize healthy eating. When you’re busy or stressed, you’re more likely to make poor nutritional choices. Making poor choices can make you feel even more stressed. Poor food… Read more »

Top Foods for Women’s Nutrition

Women’s nutrition is important for staying healthy. Healthy eating improves your overall health and helps prevent disease. It means choosing a variety of choices from all the food groups (fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, and proteins). Healthy eating also means not consuming a lot of foods with added sugar, sodium and saturated and trans fats. What you… Read more »

Mashed Potatoes Light

Mashed potatoes are one of the best parts of Thanksgiving dinner.  Who doesn’t love that creamy, butter-laden goodness topped with a hearty helping of gravy?  But if you’re trying to live a more healthy life, you might feel like you should skip the whipped.  Fear not, here are some tips to lighten up your favorite… Read more »

Battle Stress with These Foods

With the holiday season seemingly beginning earlier and earlier, the accompanying stress can be overwhelming. When faced with stress, many of us turn toward food to make us feel better. So-called “comfort foods” start calling when stress rears its ugly head.  Chances are, your favorite comfort food isn’t a healthy choice. Ice cream, potato chips,… Read more »

Halloween Candy Do’s and Don’ts

Halloween is just a few days away.  Whether you’re already breaking into the stash to give the trick or treaters or are waiting until your kids come home to raid their goodie bags, we’ve got some tips.  It’s all about portion control.  Most candy is going to have a ton of sugar, so it’s better… Read more »