Welcome back for another post all about carbs! If you haven’t already read last week’s post, be sure to check it out to learn about what carbs are and why they are an important part of a healthy diet. Carbs are in so many different foods, so today I’ll differentiate between which ones are healthy and which ones are less healthy. I’ll also clarify what to look for on nutrition labels and clear up common misconceptions about gluten-free grains.

Carbohydrates, or carbs, are found in a wide variety of foods. Carbs are often thought of as “bad,” but they are an important part of all diets. Over the next few weeks, I’ll share all that I know about carbs and why they are so good for us despite some of the fad diets out there. Today I’ll focus on why we need carbs, why they are important, what to look for on nutrition labels, and what foods to find them in.

This warm weather we’ve been having means it’s time for me to share one of my favorite smoothie recipes! I love smoothies year-round, but they’re especially refreshing on a warm day. Chocolate and peanut butter are one of my favorite combinations, so why not put them in a smoothie? Read on to see what makes this smoothie taste so creamy and delicious!

Did you know that you can roast frozen broccoli? Roasting is one of my favorite ways to eat vegetables, especially broccoli. The great thing about frozen veggies is that no chopping is required! The texture is slightly different than roasted fresh broccoli, but it still tastes great, especially when cooked with a little oil and seasoning, such as dried herbs or garlic powder. Read on to learn how you can quickly and easily turn your bag of frozen broccoli into a delicious roasted side dish. 

Welcome back for another blog post designed to help you shop for healthy food on a budget! If you haven’t already, be sure to read last week’s post about saving money before you go to the grocery store. This week, I’ll share my top tips for saving money while you’re at the grocery store.

Groceries can be expensive, but there are some things you can do to prepare for your trip that will help you save money. Read on to learn what I do before even going to the store to make my grocery bill more reasonable.

Spring is officially here and that means a lot of fresh veggies! I love eating produce that’s in season because it tends to be less expensive and tastes better. It’s also better for the environment if you shop for local produce because it doesn’t have to travel as far to get to your plate. Read on to find out what’s currently in season in the Portland area as well as the health benefits and my favorite ways to eat these veggies.

It’s already March and that means it’s National Nutrition Month! This year’s theme is “Personalize Your Plate”. What does it mean to personalize your plate? Eating plans aren’t just a one-size-fits-all kind of thing, so you have to do what works best for you. In today’s post, I’ll share the components of a balanced meal as well as some tips that can make creating balanced meals easier.

Do you ever wonder what foods you should keep in your freezer? I personally like to keep mine stocked so I can easily pull something out to make a last-minute meal. Read on to find out what my 10 freezer staples are!