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Boning Up on Calcium Sources: 20 Foods with As Much or More Calcium as A Glass of Milk

Milk enjoys a strong reputation for being a terrific source of calcium. Each year the dairy industry pours advertising money into promoting the calcium content of milk and other dairy products. The problem with this is twofold. First, many people do not drink milk because of allergies, intolerances, and dietary preferences. Secondly, studies have shown […]

October 2, 2014 No comments

Turn Up the Heat: Five Spicy Foods to Give Your Food a Kick and Add Healthy Benefits

Any time we can increase flavor without adding in extra sodium or sugar it’s a good thing. When you can add in flavor AND powerful health benefits, it’s not only good, it’s a big win! Research is continually showing the advantages adding spices into our foods can give. Check out the benefits of these five […]

September 25, 2014 No comments

3 Awesome Tasting Healthy Breakfast Ideas to Replace Scrambled-Eggs

Scrambled eggs can make a quick and easy breakfast with plenty of nutrients, but for those with egg allergies, picky eaters, and those just burned out on scrambled eggs, it is great to have some other options that meet these same characteristics of being quick, easy, nutritious, and, of course, awesome tasting. Here are three […]

September 22, 2014 2 comments

7 Favorite Snacks for On-the-Go Eating

All too often it seems “convenience” equates to processed, packaged foods laden with sugar and chemicals. With a little creative thinking you can come up with some tasty snacks that are ready to grab and go anytime you are. Not only are these snacks easy and portable, they won’t rob you of your energy the […]

September 11, 2014 No comments

How to Grow Your Own Organic Herb Garden

It’s difficult to understate how much fresh herbs can add to almost any dish. They addition of fresh herbs is often what sets a recipe apart from so-so to WOW. As an added benefit to their flavors, adding fresh herbs is a simple way to add an extra bit of antioxidants to your dishes. Yet, […]

August 28, 2014 No comments

9 Tips to Help Break the Sugar Addiction

Ever wonder why one bite of ice cream leads you to wanting ten more? Sugar holds an addictive power over us, but by cutting out added sugars you can break the addiction. 1. Learn the terms & read labels . Sugar in our food and drinks masquerades under multiple different terms. In addition to […]

August 20, 2014 No comments

5 Ways To Sneak Veggies Into Your Summer Pasta

Is your kid a picky eater? Sometimes the taste, color, or texture of certain foods can create a food aversion for your little one’s culinary preference. Vegetables are a necessary part of a healthy diet with all the health benefit they provide as a natural source of vitamins and minerals. To get your kids to […]

July 31, 2014 No comments