Got Ten Minutes? Get Your Exercise In! // Mint Berry Popsicles
For most people, time is the number one reason for not getting enough physical activity. With a busy schedule full of work, family, and household responsibilities, it can be tough […]
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Top Ten Ways to Enjoy Green Beans // Italian Green Bean Salad
How do you enjoy green beans? Do you eat them fresh from your garden? Do you keep them canned in your pantry? Are there a few bags in the freezer? […]
Create Easy Eggs // Bacon and Egg Potato Boats
May is National Egg Month! Eggs are an important part of the protein group and supply your body with high quality nutrients rich in amino acids. The Egg Nutrition Center […]
Stock Your Pantry Like A Pro! // Taco Salad
Whether family meals are an every-day occurrence in your home or a new adventure, keeping a well-stocked pantry is essential in creating delicious and healthy meals that won’t break the […]
Create Fitness at Home // Cinnamon Roll Energy Bites
Have you ever watched a child, moving here and there, dancing to and fro, and wondered where they get all their energy? When you are young, your body naturally wants […]
Create A Pizza // Even the Kids Can Do It!
Family mealtime is a great way to connect with your family. A night of family fun may be just what you you need to combat the stress, fear, or anxiety […]
Bring the Herbs Indoors // Chicken and Thyme Soup
Have you wanted to try your hand at gardening but feel limited on space? Do you find herbs at the store too expensive? If you have a sunny window, you […]
Food Planning and Covid-19 // Quick and Easy Fettuccine
Have you been taking extra precautions to keep you and your family safe and prepared during Covid-19? These precautions have possibly changed the way you prepare meals. You might even […]
Exercise – Chore or Choice? // Homemade Chicken Tenders & At Home Workouts
We all know that we need exercise to be healthy. Do you enjoy exercise, or do you consider it a chore? Acefitness.org tells us that long-term success with health and […]
Stir Fry – Almost Anything Goes! // Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
Have you been cooking more from home these last couple of weeks? When cooking from home, you might find yourself with fresh ingredients on hand. In order to prevent food […]
Create Better Health and COVID19 // Resources to Help
Less than a month ago, I was packing my bags – ready to forget my worries and relax on the beach in Florida. By the time I returned, the […]
Fuel Your Kids’ Future // Eat Meals at School
Did you know that nutritious foods help with brain development and improve health? Nutritious foods are important for kids as they grow. Their bodies and brains need the nutrients found […]
Is Processed Bad? // Three Bean Chili
When you hear the term “processed food” what comes to your mind? Is it boxed macaroni, chips, and hamburgers at the drive through? Did you know that canned vegetables, frozen […]
Launch Your Day // Utah School Breakfast Week
Create Better Health loves school breakfast! Why? Because students who eat school breakfast are more likely to maintain a healthy weight, drink more milk, and eat more fruit daily. […]
Progress, Not Perfection // Jicama Orange Salsa
Imagine you are running a race. It is your first 5k. You have prepared and trained, but at times during the race, running is still a struggle. You try to […]
Create Better Health // Grocery Store Bingo
Use grocery shopping as a time to teach kids about food and nutrition. Show them which types of food will help create better health. Here is a printable bingo game […]
You Hold the Kiwi To My Heart // Kiwi Sorbet
Are you familiar with a fruit that is fuzzy, brown, and egg-shaped? Although small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, this fruit packs a delicious and invigorating […]
Create A Fruity Dessert and Enjoy It, too! // Peach Overnight Oatmeal
Dessert often gets a bad wrap. Not all desserts are created equal. When prepared in the right way, dessert can be a healthy part of your weekly meal plan. To […]
Meant To Be Enjoyed // Valentine’s Day Treat Ideas
Did you know that physical activity and a healthy diet are the key to a healthy heart? A great way to show someone you love them is to support their […]
Veggies – Are You Getting Enough? // Garlic Chicken with Cauliflower Rice
Are you struggling to eat enough veggies? This can be a hard task for some. MyPlate offers us ten tips to add more vegetables to your day. Check them out! […]
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