I love Halloween, but the one thing I find a little scary is just how much added sugar my family starts to eat this time of year. Don’t get me wrong- I have no problem with my kids enjoying some candy here and there. I enjoy candy myself. But I also don’t want them filling […]
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Top Tips to Prevent Osteoporosis in Men and Women
This Sunday marks World Osteoporosis Day, a day that has a special meaning to my family. Years ago, my grandmother was diagnosed with debilitating osteoporosis due to years of smoking. Shortly after we learned this news, my mother and the other women in our family began taking their own bone health very seriously. Bone scans, […]
Healthy Apple Crisp Sticks Recipe to Celebrate Fall
So the weather has been a little crazy, don’t you think? August felt like October and now October feels a bit like the end of August. I’ll take it though because that just means I can enjoy two of my favorite things at the same time- swimming in the pool and apple season! Maybe we […]
3 Easy Ways to Add More Fruit into Your Day
Now that back to school session is in full swing, you are probably busier than ever. And when your schedule gets crazy, it’s pretty normal to find you are eating less fruits and veggies than you’d like. I know between the rush out the door in the morning and the never-ending list of after school […]
10 Reasons & Ways to Eat Watermelon
Did you know that August is watermelon month? Regardless of what the calendar says, anytime is a good time to incorporate this refreshing fruit. Discover 10 reasons and ways to eat watermelon at any meal. No doubt, you’ll want to take note of these watermelon recipes with something to please each member of the family. […]
Easy Meal-Planning Tips You Can Begin to Use Today
When I mention the phrase “meal-planning” how does that make you feel? Anxious? Stressed out? Overwhelmed or confused? Well, you’re not alone, and I used to feel the same way. Until I discovered a simple solution for the age-old question: How to meal plan? Today I’m going to share with you the simplest way to […]
Chocolate Chip Carrot Muffins
If you have kids (or spouses) at home that resist eating vegetables, you are going to love this chocolate chip carrot muffin recipe. It tastes like a dessert, but packs in a full serving of vegetables along with whole grains. It doesn’t get much better than that, does it? I used to be able […]
How to Make Green Shamrock Protein Pancakes
Saint Patrick’s Day is right around the corner and you know with my name being Erin I have to celebrate! Being almost 8 months pregnant, there won’t be any green beer for me this year, but I can have pancakes – and lots of them! Pancakes are one of my favorite comfort foods and lucky […]
Best Foods to Eat When Pregnant: Feel Good with Prune Juice
Although I don’t set New Year’s Resolutions for myself, I am focusing on making sure I take time every day to do at least one thing that helps me feel at my best each day in 2019. That’s why I am I so excited to partner with Sunsweet to celebrate their ‘To Feel Good’ Sweepstakes […]
5 Minute Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili For An Easy Dinner Option
My Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili can be thrown together in just 5 minutes and is made with whole ingredients that is family budget friendly! The perfect comfort food especially during the cold winter months! Do you ever find that you want to make a veggie-packed, healthy meal that your family will love, but just […]