Tracy IsemingerFats are always something that we intend to keep away from, however, it’s not always healthy to do so. While unsaturated fats are bad for you, there are many ‘healthy fats’ that you should provide …
7 Foods That Promote Bone Health
Your skeleton may be out of sight, but it definitely shouldn’t be out of mind. Unhealthy eating habits and age can literally take a toll on your skeletal health, but it’s these 7 superfoods that …
The Healthiest Oils to Cook With
Gone are the days when choosing your cooking oil used to take a few minutes- now you’ll find yourself wandering the aisle, hoping to find the perfect healthy oil to cook with, and the overwhelming …
Top 5 Food Sources of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega 3 fatty acids are one of the most crucial nutrients that your body, especially your brain, requires. Apart from boosting brain health, it also has positive impacts on your skin and eyes. While you …
7 Fiber Rich Foods to Add to Your Diet
One of the most important nutrients that your body needs is fiber, and not only for proper digestion, as it’s most popular for, but also for a variety of other functions that are vital to …
7 Foods That Boost Brain Power
Healthy eating affects you in many ways, and its benefits go way beyond weight loss and glowing skin. Eating the right foods can actually also improve your brain health and boost brain power. Interesting right? Keep …
Health and Fitness: Master Your Metabolism
Ericka @Chef PickyKid and MeSeveral months ago, a friend suggested that I read the book “Master Your Metabolism” by Jillian Michaels; she had just finished reading the book and said it inspired her to make significant changes in her …
Jazz It Up! Easy Protein Shake Recipes
I began my quest for weight loss 30 days ago with Isagenix and a key staple of the system is using protein shakes. Drinking the same old vanilla or chocolate shake can be boring so …
A Smoothie a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Who is still going strong in eating healthy in 2015? Getting bored yet? No worries, we have what you need to mix it up a little with a list of smoothie essentials and fantastic recipes …
Foods High in B-12 to Fight Depression and Fatigue
Vitamin B-12 seemed to be the “trendy” vitamin of 2014 and for good reason. Getting adequate amounts of B-12 in your diet is essential to staying healthy year round and fighting off fatigue and depression. …
Isagenix Review ~ My Personal Diary of 30 Day Weight Loss Program
*read update at bottom of post 6.29.16 read update 9-14-18 How I lost 45 pounds in 6 months How did I get here? For years I ate freely and maintained a healthy weight. Slowly as …
50 Vegan Recipes Everyone Will LOVE!
It’s the start of the new year and time to start fresh again with your diet. Clean eating, detoxing, filling your body with good, healthy ingredients. Many find that a Vegan diet is a great …
Foods with High Vitamin C to Keep you Healthy this Winter!
Vitamin C. We all have heard it’s a necessity to keep us healthy all winter long and we load up on our citrus to make sure we get all we need. Well I’m here to …
Healthy Alternatives to Soda
In last week’s article about Why I Quit Drinking Soda, I talked about some of the health issues associated with drinking soda and shared why I decided to cut back. Since I’ve been drinking soda …
Easier and Healthier Caramel Apple Popcorn ~ Just 3 Ingredients!
School has started, the mornings are getting darker and cooler, apples are starting to ripen for picking and after school snacks are in demand! As a parent, I love a quick and easy snack that …
Eating for Your Health: Figs
From Calculus to CupcakesI just love figs. My parents have a tree, and I anxiously await their arrival every year. And, since it is about that time I decided it would be great to find out what their …
Back to School: Lunch, What to Pack
Last week we talked about keeping your child’s packed lunch safe, so this week we are going to talk about what to pack to keep it healthy. Before I go any further, I want to …
Back to School: Lunch Safety
I know a lot of you out there still have a while before school starts back, but here our children go back on August 1st, so it is time to do some school lunch planning. …
Eating for Your Health: Summer Squash
There are two types of squash summer and winter. Ironically, both are growing right now if you live in the United States. Winter squash has a tough outside that allows it to last a …
Banana Oatmeal Cookies
Marlys @This and ThatBanana Oatmeal Cookies I have been trying to eat healthier and these Banana Oatmeal Cookies help with my sweet craving. These cookies are gluten free, dairy free and sugar free. They also are full of goodness, …