Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Recipes Kaitlin Mueller Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Recipes Kaitlin Mueller

Smoothies for Weight Gain

If you struggle to keep weight on or are just trying to gain weight in a healthy way then today’s post is for you. Though we more commonly hear about people wanting to lose weight, there are plenty of people that struggle to keep weight on. Smoothies are a great way to pack in the calories (and a perfect way to cool down this summer!), so today I’ll share my favorite high-calorie smoothie additions, plus some simple recipes.

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Instant Pot Black Beans

Black beans are an easy and affordable way to include more protein and fiber in your diet. Though canned varieties are convenient, cooking dry beans is also pretty easy. In today’s post, I’ll share the health benefits of black beans, reasons for soaking or not soaking dry black beans, my recipe for cooking them in an Instant Pot, and how I like to eat black beans.

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Healthy After School Snacks for Kids

Kids need plenty of healthy food to fuel their active days. They also have smaller stomachs than adults so benefit from eating several smaller meals and snacks throughout the day. Though chips and candy may taste good, they aren’t the best snacks for anyone, especially growing kids. In today’s post I’ll share some easy, healthy, and tasty snack ideas for after school, or anytime of day, that your kids are sure to love.

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Nutrition, Recipes, Healthy Eating Kaitlin Mueller Nutrition, Recipes, Healthy Eating Kaitlin Mueller

4 Vegetables to Try This Spring

Spring is finally here! Often it’s still cold and rainy here in the Pacific Northwest, but this week has been beautiful and actually feels spring-like. The warmer weather is making me want to eat more springy foods as well. In today’s post, I’ll share 4 vegetables that are in-season (or will be soon), the health benefits of each, and how to prepare and eat them.

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Healthy Foods to Fuel Your Holiday Weekend

The holidays are upon us and it’s easy to end up feeling sluggish after enjoying all the delicious sweets, festive drinks, and favorite comfort foods. I think enjoying these things is one of the best things about the holidays, but there are some steps you can take to help you feel better and enjoy the holidays without a stomachache. In today’s post, I’ll share the three things to look for when choosing which foods to eat before you attend your holiday events.

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Instant Pot Farro

Farro is a chewy and hearty grain you may not have heard of before. It originates in Italy and describes three different grains: spelt, emmer, and einkorn. In today’s post, I’ll share the health benefits of farro, how to cook it, and some of my favorite ways to incorporate farro into healthy eating.

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Can Pancakes Be Healthy?

I get asked this question all the time! Growing up, I wasn’t a huge fan of pancakes, but I think this is because I was just having Bisquick or Krusteaz mixes. However, since tasting homemade pancakes, I’ve decided I love them! Pancakes can be a very calorie-dense and high-sugar breakfast, but they can also be a healthy option. Read on to learn what makes pancakes healthy and not so healthy and for some of my favorite recipes.

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