Part 1 (of 3)- Apples, Apple Health Eat an apple a day you say! Most of us have heard it’s great to eat an apple a day, but why is […]
Nutrition Tips
Zombie French Toast
Would you like to surprise your child with a healthy, spooky Halloween breakfast this year? Kids will have plenty of opportunity to take in “not so healthy” calories when trick […]
Light Food Definitions
When a food product advertises Light, Lowfat, or Lite, what does this really mean? According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), if a food is described as “light”, and […]
Brain Fuel
Powerful brain food. Your brain likes to eat and it likes powerful fuel like healthy fats, antioxidant vitamins, and quality carbohydrates. Where do you find all of these? Easy, head […]
Butternut Squash
Try butternut squash and give your eyesight a healthy dose of Vitamin A. That’s right, just ½ cup of butternut squash contains 10,630 IU of Vitamin A, which is 354% […]
Workplace Weight Gain
How do you work in an office and not gain weight? Birthday parties, baby showers, holiday festivities, and they don’t seem to ever end. These high calorie, party foods can […]
Let Kids Help in the Kitchen
Do you want your child to eat healthier? If so, let kids help in the kitchen. Even very young children can help peel potatoes or carrots. Set up a small […]
Those With Diabetes Should Shop Outer Aisles
Shop right for diabetes! Shopping the outer aisles of the grocery store are where you will find all of the natural, heart healthy foods for your diet. Start with fresh […]
Want to Improve Your Healthy Grocery Shopping?
Here are three grocery store items to watch out for: 1.) Packaging that states “healthy” or “natural”. If you are monitoring your weight, one “healthy” snack may contain over 400 […]
Quick and Healthy Ideas for Back to School Lunches and After-School Snacks
Quick and healthy ideas for back to school lunches and after school snacks. Visit the Market Basket produce department, and check out the Chiquita Bites, Snack Fresh, and Crunch Pak […]