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. […]
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5 Foods for a Better Sleep
Are you one of those people who struggles to get enough quality sleep? When we don’t get enough good sleep at night we tend to feel horrible the next day, and sleep deprivation can do funny things. But over time, if you’re having regular sleep issues, this can have a huge impact on your mood, […]
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 […]
4 Stress-Busting Foods: Eat your Way to Less Stress
Stress: It’s practically in every mom’s daily job description. But, if your stress level is growing higher and higher (rivaling the sky-high laundry pile after last summer’s vacation), then it’s time for an intervention. Fight off stress with these four essential stress-busting foods and moves. Why You Need Stress-Busting Foods First, not all stress is […]
Cinnamon Oat Mango Bites
Who doesn’t love mango- am I right? In our house, we can’t get enough of this delicious fruit, but sometimes I want to get a little more creative than just eating a plain mango or making yet another smoothie. So I came up with an idea- we LOVE apple crisp, so why not try […]
Celebrate National Sticky Bun Day in a Fun, Sticky Bun Way!
Cake pops are a popular trend in the foodie world today, but what about sticky bun pops?! In celebration of National Sticky Bun Day, this mini sticky bun recipe will satisfy your sweet tooth and incorporate the importance of portion control. Everyone should be able to enjoy his or her favorite foods as long as […]
Grilled Cinnamon Raisin Sunflower Butter Sandwiches
If you have a child with a peanut allergy (or one that goes to a nut-free daycare like mine), this is the perfect PB&J substitute! Ingredients: 2 slices 100% whole grain cinnamon raisin bread 1 1/2 Tbs sunflower seed butter 1 Tbs olive oil spread or butter Spread sunflower butter evenly over one side of […]
Kitchen Mania Monday: Parmesan Baked Tomato Bites
These delicious little snacks are so easy to make and are the perfect appetizer or side dish. Ingredients: 2 cups cherry tomatoes 1 Tbs olive oil 3 Tbs parmesan cheese ½ tsp pepper 1 teaspoon oregano Pre-heat oven to 400 F. Slice cherry tomatoes in half and place on a foil lined baking sheet. […]
Baked Chicken Parm
Who doesn’t love chicken parm? The problem is, it’s typically loaded with added fat and calories. However, if you bake it, you can slash calories and fat and make it a dish you can enjoy on a regular basis without worry of an expanding waistline. Here’s my favorite way to make a baked chicken parm […]
Peanut Butter Banana Pancakes
Just the name makes your mouth water – right? These are amazing and good for you too! I came up with these as an easy way to squeeze more protein and healthy fats into Joey’s diet. He loves peanut butter, but the stickiness of it turns him off at times. My solution- bake it into […]