The long summer days have finally arrived and parents, like myself, often wonder how to keep their kids active and not spending so much time on the couch or on their electronics. While I don’t think they need to have planned activities all the time (I’m not here to entertain them!) I do think it’s important…
We made burgers the other night. I know, I know – burgers are not seen as the healthiest food item for a menu. They usually bring with them excess fat, sodium, and calories. But my family has a recipe we’ve enjoyed for years. It’s not a typical burger, but has layers of savory flavor. Basil. Garlic. sun-dried…
Blueberry Banana Smoothies – Healthy, easy, and quick to prepare, it’s a refreshing treat after a morning run or an afternoon in the hot sun. Do you like blueberries? I do! And I hope to find some this year when they’re in season and get them into the freezer for those months when fresh blueberries…
Summer is here and there is no better time to work on getting a little healthier. Here are three simple steps you can take now to improve your health. Get Moving With warmer weather it’s easier to get outside for some exercise. Regular exercise helps you lose weight, control blood pressure, and improve cholesterol levels….
Bananas are a quick go-to for healthy snacks. They have no fat, cholesterol, or sodium – making them a heart healthy choice; and they’re a good source of potassium, vitamin B6, fiber, and manganese. One medium banana supplies about 105 nutrient dense calories. My family usually has no trouble eating bananas before they start turning…
My kids love it when we make smoothies for breakfast. This time we had strawberries and mangos around so that was the flavor of choice. And they turned out very yummy and healthy. Strawberries are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and folate. Mangos are another nutrition powerhouse. This sweet tasting fruit is an…