You plugged your nose as a child when your mother cooked them, hid them in your napkin at dinner time, and probably even bribed your siblings to eat them for you. That’s right. I’m talking about Brussels sprouts. I’ll be the first to admit that they aren’t the prettiest of all vegetables and certainly aren’t […]
*Please consult with your physician before beginning any detox program. Are you feeling sluggish? Is your skin looking a little rough? Having trouble concentrating, losing weight, or struggling with digestive issues? Well, it might be a good time for a detox. Detoxing helps to rid the body of toxins and waste, infuses it with key […]
Tomorrow a new spot in Davidson called Kindred will open its doors for the first time. The restaurant is owned & operated by husband and wife duo Joe & Katy Kindred. Joe is the former executive chef of Rooster’s, located in uptown Charlotte. He was named the 2013 Chef of the Year winner by The Charlotte Magazine. […]
Samoas. Thin Mints. DoSiDos. Sweeter words were never spoken. If you haven’t already, you will soon see the girls with their boxes around town, and at your door if you are a lucky neighbor. Sales kicked off this past Saturday 2/14 (of course!) and will continue through March 8th. The 2015 cookie line-up includes old […]
Have an all-time favorite recipe, but feel guilty every time you cook it? That awful feeling can ruin the taste of the best of foods. GOOD NEWS: you can make many rich dishes downright healthy with just a few substitutions. We scooped a couple recipes to get you inspired, but you can use these 6 principles on your own […]
Eating out can be an important, relaxing ritual. Don’t let your commitment to total HeartHealth scare you off from your fave restaurants, otherwise you might not hold out long! You can still enjoy your regulars by making wise choices from the menu and requesting a few small switches. “Restaurant dining presents challenges when it comes to making healthy eating […]
If you’re looking for a good excuse to indulge in some chocolate on Valentine’s Day, you have come to the right place. To begin, studies have shown that, in small amounts, dark chocolate can act as a natural mood booster and control stress levels. Research has also found that eating chocolate can temporarily boost brain […]
If you’re not heading down to the WhoDat Nation for Mardi Gras ~ cuz there’s work and school on Fat Tuesday everywhere in the free world where they aren’t starting the day off at 7 am with bloodies & beignets ~ but you want to celebrate anyway, here’s where to find a King Cake in […]
It’s a battle of epic proportions. In this corner, the mighty apple: plump, crisp and full of fiber to maintain digestive health. In the other corner, the incredible orange: sweet, juicy and loaded with immunity-boosting vitamin C. Both of them are good for you, but which is better? Let’s take a look some healthy food […]
Now THIS is the most wonderful time of the year. Queen’s Feast – Charlotte Restaurant Week [the Winter Edition] starts on Friday, January 16 and runs thru Sunday, January 25, 2015. Three Courses for $30 at over 100 local restaurants. This is the time to try that pricey place you’ve always wanted to go to, or […]
It can be difficult to get out of bed on some mornings- especially during the winter months when big fluffy pillows and comforters are so warm and inviting. But you know what motivates me to get moving each day? Food. There’s nothing like a healthy hot breakfast first thing in the morning to satisfy my […]
Even though I have a fairly healthy, clean lifestyle, I never hold back during the holidays when it comes to indulging in my favorite foods, and this year was no exception. Unfortunately, I wasn’t exactly indulging in rice cakes and celery sticks. Let’s just say that I would have won if I was up against Santa […]
