The holidays are jammed packed with family, friends, and food. What a wonderful time of the year, right? Sure, but it can be challenging if you are trying to keep away those sneaky holiday pounds that creep up on us. Don't sit out the party and miss all the great memory making gatherings just to avoid all the tempting treats. Try cutting back on the portion sizes. Choose … [Read more...] about 4 Popular Healthy Holiday Recipes
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New Twists on Summer Salads
Summer salads are a staple in many homes. They can be a quick side dish, an easy picnic creation or a popular part of any gathering. With these new twists on some all-time favorites you are sure to find a new favorite. During the warmer months, fresh vegetables are straight from the gardens at the local farmer's markets. Maybe you go with a recipe in mind. Other times … [Read more...] about New Twists on Summer Salads
7 of the Best Hearty and Healthy Soups
Healthy soups are often the ones we know from growing up, but have changed a bit to increase nutritional value. Traditional soups are often our go-to comfort foods. Maybe it is the familiar taste of chicken noodle soup when we are feeling under the weather. Cold winter months call for a hearty helping of soup to warm up. The one problem many of us encounter is that we … [Read more...] about 7 of the Best Hearty and Healthy Soups
Enjoy this Vegan Holiday Recipe
This dish from the Vegetarian Society is a suitable centerpiece for any Christmas feast. Forget the presents and your favorite soap’s Christmas cliffhanger – the best part of Christmas is sitting down to a spread with family and friends. A vegan meal offers many flavorful options. Christmas Eve, Boxing Day, friendsmas, New Year’s Day and of course the big day itself are all … [Read more...] about Enjoy this Vegan Holiday Recipe
5 Delicious Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes
Make-ahead breakfast recipes are always popular during the holidays. However, they don't have to be enjoyed just a few days a year. A nutritious breakfast is a great way to start any day. These recipes became popular during the holidays because there is already a lot of cooking for the chef of the house. Why not prepare morning goodies the night before? … [Read more...] about 5 Delicious Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes
5 Scrumptious Fall Flavor Packed Recipes
The crisp air, bountiful orchards and farmer's markets all bring out the need for a new twist on an some time favorite foods. At times, the internet can be overwhelming with the number of recipes. Many sites have healthy and delicious options to try. We have selected five unique recipes from Good Housekeeping this month to share with you. Healthy recipes do not have to … [Read more...] about 5 Scrumptious Fall Flavor Packed Recipes
5 Unique and Scrumptious Apple Recipes
Apple picking season is upon us so apple recipes are needed. It is time to scout out your local apple orchard. Enjoy the day with the sun, cooling temperatures, fresh air and family time. With everyone hunting down the ripest and biggest apples you may home with baskets overflowing! What are you to do with them all? Of course there are the … [Read more...] about 5 Unique and Scrumptious Apple Recipes
The Easy Meal Plan That Will Get You Lean In 4 Weeks
Shed fat with this exercise-friendly 4-week fat-loss meal plan. Starting a rigorous exercise plan is clearly a key part of achieving your healthy lifestyle goals, but it’s important to remember that working out can only get you so far. At least as important is a healthy meal plan, and a healthy diet doesn’t just mean cutting out on Friday night takeaway binges. You need … [Read more...] about The Easy Meal Plan That Will Get You Lean In 4 Weeks