After over-indulging over Thanksgiving weekend, I’m ready to get back to some healthier eating. So today I’m making a batch of Thai Beef Stew that’s from the Crockpot™ and Instant Pot™ cookbook that my good friend Amanda Nighbert, RD, and I released earlier this year.
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Having diabetes doesn’t mean having to eat totally different foods than everyone else since today’s “diabetic diet” mean eating lean proteins, whole grains, veggies, and healthy oils. Sound familiar? That’s because this it’s what we all should be eating! So I’ve pulled together 12 family-friendly meals that are perfect those with diabetes, as well as pretty much everyone else.
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Elderberry seems to be all the rage this year, but can this sweet purple syrup really keep colds and flu away? See what I found out that it might really be able to do (and probably can’t do)!
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You’ll love this twist on a traditional Greek salad. Find the recipe here!
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I’ve been traveling A LOT recently, so I was excited when my personal trainer created an quick, convenient workout for me.
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Consuming foods that fight inflammation has so many incredible benefits, but one of the biggest is weight loss! If you have tried everything to lose weight and you feel like nothing is working, inflammation could be the cause of why you are struggling. Here’s what to do!
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Creamy Lemon Basil Vinaigrette might be my ALL-TIME favorite dressing that I have come up with!
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We’ve all heard about at-home cold remedies, but do any of those old wives tales REALLY do much good? I checked out what science says about some of the most popular at home remedies for colds. Find out which ones are probably just a myth and which might be worth trying this year!
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With school back in session, I am already feeling stretched too thin between work, after school activities, homework and looming projects. Quick, healthy dinners are ALWAYS a life saver around my house, so I am pulling together five of my family’s favorites!
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When I run across holiday ideas that are feasible (and I’m talking 30 minutes or less with little room for failure), I make sure to save them! Here are some of my favorite, super-simple Halloween treats for class parties or neighborhood parties.
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These days, going "dairy-free" has almost become an expected requirement if you want to eat healthy. But what does research suggests — good and bad — about dairy, and do you really need to cut it out?
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Looking for the perfect appetizer for your next tailgate or game-day watch party? These recipes are sure to be a crowd pleaser!
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It’s hard to beat a good BLT. I mean, first of all, who doesn’t love bacon? So I’ve pulled all of those classic ingredients and flavors together in this BLT Chopped Salad recipe!
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I love cooking and coming up with new recipes, but even I get a little burned out when it comes to cooking dinner every night. I think it’s because once you have kids, cooking dinner becomes more of a daily task on your “to-do” list. Click here to find my approach to the “chore” dinner dilemma!
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“Should I Use Olive Oil or Avocado Oil?” This is a question that I’ve gotten from several followers over the past few months. And since avocados are known for their “good” fat, it makes complete sense to wonder if one is better than the other. Check out this post to find out all you need to know!
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Labor Day marks the start of Fall on in my mind and on the calendar but definitely not temperature-wise when you live in the South. So if you’re thinking it’s too late for frozen treats, think again! These treats are perfect for September to satisfy your sweet tooth and to keep you cool during those first few weeks of school!
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There’s another aspect to your kid’s lunchbox that might not have crossed your mind: The Teacher’s Perspective. And last year, I polled teachers asking what they WISHED they could tell parents about packed lunches. The feedback from teachers was overwhelming but pretty consistent across the board, and I’m sharing a quick abbreviated version on FIVE things that teachers wish parents wouldn’t pack in their kids’ lunches.
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I’m a sucker for tomato-mozzarella-basil combo any day, but especially when you add a little roasted garlic to it!
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