Kids Create // Can You Guess the Veggie?
It is important for both adults and kids to each their veggies. MyPlate tells us if you make vegetables part of an overall healthy diet, you are likely to have […]
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Look at That Man-go! // Top Ten Ways To Enjoy Mangoes
What do you say when you see a speedy fruit? Wow, look at that man-go! Mangoes are a tropical fruit readily found in local grocery stores. Eating a mango just […]
Cooking with Lentils // Cheesy Lentil and Bean Casserole
Have you ever found yourself with a bag of lentils? Did you know what to do with it? Do you even know what lentils are? Lentils are part of the […]
Reduce Mealtime Mayhem / Two Week Sample Menu
Summer is winding down and soon kids will be back in school. Are you stressing about weeknight meals? Don’t! Follow some of our easy menu planning tips to reduce mealtime […]
Top Ten Ways to Enjoy Tomatillos // Tomatillo Chicken
What you might think is a small odd looking green tomato is actually a tomatillo. Don’t be afraid to add a few to your shopping cart. Tomatillos have a sweet, […]
Kids Create // Upgrade A Grilled Cheese
A grilled cheese sandwich is an American comfort food. Many families have their favorite way to make them – there’s no right or wrong way! You start with a couple […]
Healthy Hydration // Infused Water Recipes
Just like eating healthy food is essential to creating a healthy lifestyle, so is drinking water. It is especially important to drink water when you’re in hot climates and more […]
Refreshingly Frozen // Fruit Sorbet Recipes
How are you dealing with the summer heat? Are you a fan of the hot days of Utah Summer, or are you longing for the cooler days of spring and […]
Your Choice, Your Move // Healthy Choices Create Better Health
Every day we make choices that can help us feel better and healthier. Being physically active has shown to help people feel better, sleep better, think better, and cope better. […]
Top Ten Ways to Enjoy Blackberries // Blackberry Lemon Muffins
What are your favorite kinds of berries? Did blackberries make the cut? They are in season June through August. Now is the time to give them a try. When selecting […]
Tips for Takeout // Restaurant Copycat Recipes
Eating out can be a way to treat yourself, a timesaver on a busy night, or an opportunity for a night off from cooking. The Create Better Health team encourages […]
Kids Create //Rhu-Berry Toaster Tarts
You know how a tomato is fruit that we use like a vegetable? Well, rhubarb is a vegetable that we use like a fruit! It is crunchy like celery, and super sour, […]
Double Up for Free Fruits and Veggies! // Farmers Market Recipes
Have you shopped at your local farmers market? If not, you’re missing out! There’s nothing quite like the taste of fresh, locally grown produce. Juicy tomatoes, perfectly ripened peaches, and […]
Pies, Tarts, and Crisps, Oh My! // Healthy Rhubarb Recipes
Pies, tarts, and crisps, oh my! When you think of Rhubarb, what comes to mind? Rhubarb is often used in dessert recipes and paired with lots of sugar to balance […]
Fresh Herbs – A Useful Plant // Rosemary Parmesan Breadsticks
What is an herb? The botanist definition is: “Any seed-bearing plant that does not have a woody stem and dies down to the ground after flowering.” At Create Better Health, […]
Kids Create // Meet Captain Create
Have you met Captain Create? He is our very own super hero helping kids eat healthy and be active. Take a minute to watch his hilarious and fun video below. It’s […]
Smart Shopping for Fruits and Vegetables // Fruit and Veggie Salad
MyPlate recommends you make half your plate fruits and veggies. Some people think it’s too expensive to include that much produce in their meals. What do you think? Is it […]
Five Reasons to Eat More Color // Rainbow Frittata
A plate full of colorful fruits and veggies not only looks great – it’s good for you, too! Different colors provide different nutrients. It is recommended that you keep your […]
Spring’s First Sweet Treat // Top 10 Ways To Enjoy Strawberries
Spring is springing here in Northern Utah. It won’t be long until gardens can be planted, and fresh produce can be enjoyed right at home. In the meantime, there are […]
Cooking For One or Two // Five Recipes to Try
Are you an empty nester? Perhaps a college student who lives alone? Maybe you are a single parent of one or two children. No matter what particular situation you are […]
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