Hold the Marshmallows // Top Ten Ways to Enjoy Sweet Potatoes
Your thoughts may be all about the turkey this week, but don’t forget about the sweet potatoes. As a child, my impression of sweet potatoes was that they were vegetables […]
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Holiday Food Swaps // Maple Pecan Granola
During the holidays, it is easy to over indulge. With a few healthy swaps, you can enjoy all the fixin’s and a still have a nutritious holiday season! Check out […]
Hard or Easy? // Turkey Talk Booklet // Roasted Turkey Breast
Hard or easy? Which way do you like to do things? When it comes to the Thanksgiving turkey, you might be looking for the easiest way to get it done, […]
Fruit or Veggie? // Tuna Stuffed Avocado
Is it a fruit? Is it a vegetable? What’s your guess? Avocados fall into the same botanical family as berries. As odd as that may sound, that makes avocado a […]
Warm It Up // Chocolate Smoothie
An injury can be a frustrating part of your journey to be more physically fit. The best way to prevent injury is to properly warm up. Warming up introduces your […]
Put It On YOUR Plate // Tilapia Tacos
October is National Seafood Month! MyPlate encourages us to eat seafood twice a week. It is full of nutrients and may help prevent heart disease. For ideas on eating more […]
Fall Into Good Nutrition // Roasted Root Vegetables
Summer may be over, but fresh produce has not gone with it. Now is a great time to enjoy fruits and vegetables of the fall harvest. My favorite vegetables to enjoy this […]
Surviving Family Mealtime // Crunchy Hawaiian Chicken Wrap
If family mealtime is your least favorite part of the day, you are in need of a family mealtime survival guide! Families need time together to reconnect. Regular family mealtime […]
Be An Active Family // Frozen Yogurt Blueberry Bites
Regular physical activity is important for long term health. It is important at all ages and for all shapes, sizes, and abilities. Busy schedules and family responsibilities can make it […]
Make It Simple, Make It Fun, Make It Matter! // Sweet Potato Zucchini Casserole
With all the talk about family mealtime this month, have you been feeling the pressure? We would all love to have the perfect family dinner, where the food is delicious, […]
