Looking for something different to serve for breakfast, lunch or dinner this week? Check out this delicious, well-balanced Green Smoothie Bowl that you can actually serve as a meal! It includes fruits, veggies, healthy fats, and protein, which is nearly all of the food groups. You can swap the coconut water for milk of choice, …
Nachos are a favorite snack food, and we like ours loaded up! This version has black beans for fiber and avocado for some healthy fat. Nachos are a great customizable food. Chop up some black olives, use a different type of bean, or add a protein (lean ground beef, ground turkey, or chicken). The recipe …
It’s that time of year again! The clocks have sprung forward (in some parts of the country), the days are getting longer, and the weather is warming up. It’s time to open those windows and sweep up winter dust. As you embark on spring cleaning, we have a suggestion for you: Don’t forget your pantry! …
Move over, Shamrock Shake! We’ve got an antioxidant-packed smoothie that’s greener than a four-leaf clover. Naturally sweet, fresh, and delicious, this is bound to be your (and your blender’s) favorite drink all spring long. Ingredients 1 banana 1/4 cup pineapple 1/4 cup mango 1/2 cup spinach 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 cup milk of …
Who doesn’t love chicken pot pie? This lightened up version offers 29 grams of protein and a full serving of veggies in every slice. It’s a complete meal, in a pie! To make it easy, we use rotisserie chicken. This recipe calls for onion, carrots and celery, but we won’t be mad if you add …
Less than 10% of Americans consume the recommended 1.5-2 cups of fruit and 2-3 cups of vegetables per day. We get it. With the variety of food choices available, produce may not be the most exciting thing to eat. Your goal should be to incorporate fruits and veggies each time you eat a meal. Why? …
BMI, or Body Mass Index, is an all-too-common yet flawed number that’s used to determine a person’s health. And while the tool can be useful in research and screening certain populations, it’s prone to inaccuracies when used to rate healthy individuals who exercise regularly. Our Bodies are More than a Category We know our bodies …
We love the combination of shrimp and pasta, and this creamy lemon sauce offers a nice change of pace from a standard red sauce. Each serving delivers 34 grams of protein. Plus, this recipe cooks in one pot, so it’s a quick and easy meal that requires minimal clean up. Serve with a side of …
We’re snack obsessed and love to share recipes! Snacks can be a very important part of your meal set up for the day. They can curb hunger and prevent you from over eating at your next meal. To help you stay fuller for longer, pair your carbs with protein. Here are some healthy and easy …
Are you stuck in the vicious cycle of diet culture, counting calories, and obsessing about the number on the scale? In society today, we are aggressively targeted with messages about diets, cleanses, and 30-day transformations. We’re told that efforts toward “self-improvement” should be strictly in the pursuit of a “new” body—one that requires constant vigilance, …
A Little Background on Heart Disease and Heart Health: Cardiovascular disease is a serious health problem. But often, men get more attention from their doctors regarding heart health than women do. Yes, it’s important for both sexes, but I want women to get the message that they need to make it a health priority. Some …
Did you know that eating two 4-ounce servings of seafood per week may reduce the risk of heart disease? Studies suggest that this may be due to the presence of omega-3 fatty acids. Most people don’t get that much seafood in a month! Try this avocado lime salmon for some tasty and healthy proteins and …
