Tag: recipes
Fun back to school lunch ideas that your kids will love
As parents, it is really frustrating to spend lots of time preparing school lunches, only to have them merely picked at, thrown away, or traded for some highly processed food-like substance.
It is also difficult to think of new lunch ideas that are both healthy...
21 different cucumber recipes for August
Cucumbers are a staple that you'll find in even the most basic salads. A lot of people complain that they can be boring and don't have much taste, but I find that when used in the right way, cucumbers can be appetizing, refreshing, and...
20 Healthy ways to grill out this summer
My husband has a collection of grills in our backyard- one uses propane, one needs pellets, and another is for charcoal. Thankfully, it is easy to make healthy meals with them, and my figure hasn't suffered at all.
If he decides to start collecting deep...
How to make the best mason jar salads and our 15 favorite recipes
Mason jars have become pretty trendy over the past few years. From Pinterest to magazines to gift shops and your favorite restaurants, you'll find mason jars all over the place.
I personally like making "mason jar salads". They're quick, easy, and ideal for working women or...
20 Fruity Cocktails For Summer
I could probably live off of fruit quite easily. I like to eat it plain or add it to cereal, smoothies, desserts, yogurt, and even cocktails.
There is nothing quite like a fruity mixed drink, and when I add fruit, I can almost trick myself...
20 ways to enjoy watermelon this summer
Watermelon is undoubtedly a summertime favorite for many of us. Not only is it sweet and delicious, but it is also happens to be packed with lycopene (which is essential for good cardiovascular health), and it is hydrating and low in calories.
Believe it or not,...
20 Figure-Friendly Beach and Poolside Snacks
When I lounge on the beach or by the pool, my appetite always seems to kick into high gear. When I actually get into the water for a swim or do something that requires a bit more effort than turning the pages of a...
Summer Salads You Can Serve As A Meal
Summer is the perfect season for salads as your main course ~ the produce is both plentiful and beautiful and hearty salads pack in a lot of nutrients for the calories. Always good when you are trying to keep things in check for the...
14 healthier alternatives to traditional ice cream
In a perfect world, I would eat ice cream all summer long, but it just so happens that, in this world, I am lactose intolerant and don't have the metabolism of a super model.
If you can relate, you might appreciate some of these alternatives.
While...
15 Recipes to Help You Take Advantage of Peach Season
I love living in the south for so many reasons- the weather, the hospitality, the restaurants, and let's not forget the peaches. We simply have the best peaches.
While I do enjoy the experience of biting into a ripe, juicy peach, I also try to...
Why you should start the day with lemon water.
For most of us, brewing a pot of fresh coffee is a morning ritual. It gets us going each day, and we cannot imagine diving into work, caring for our children, or tackling our to-do lists without that jolt of caffeine.
Well, I am going to suggest...
Are you Drinking A Gallon A Day? Here are 10 new ways to flavor your water.
It turns out that drinking between a half gallon and a gallon of water a day is one of the most important things you can do to keep your metabolism up, your body in top form and your weight in check....in addition to eating...
A smoothie recipe for every day.
When you're not used to drinking vegetables and greens, the taste- and even appearance- can be pretty intimidating.
That's why I am starting the month out with some fruity smoothies (much like the ones you can buy at the mall food court but with a...
Seasonal Eating – Here are 20 Creative Ways to Eat Strawberries Now..
Fresh, Farm Stand Stawberries. Is there any better way to welcome late spring and early summer? Maybe if you pick them yourself at one of our local, Pick Your Own farms.
The antioxidants in strawberries have been found to help preserve brain function as we...
How to use apple cider vinegar for health and beauty
A few years ago, I watched a television show in which a well-known celebrity nutritionist was interviewed. Throughout the whole program, I couldn't stop admiring her beautiful hair and skin, natural glow, and abundant energy.
During the show, she revealed that her beauty and health secret...
Why you should be drinking aloe vera juice
If you've ever had a nasty sunburn, you may have relied on aloe vera gel to relieve your pain. You might even have an aloe vera plant in your home.
Well, you probably wouldn't think so to look at one, but you can actually drink the...