National Nutrition Month: Beyond the Table
It’s March and that means it’s National Nutrition Month! This year’s theme is “Beyond the Table” and focuses on the farm-to-fork aspect of nutrition. Today’s post will explore how our food choices impact overall health and the environment and provide tips on healthy eating routines, learning about where your food comes from, and reducing food waste.
Introducing Iron-Rich Foods to Your Baby or Toddler
Babies are born with enough iron stored in their bodies to last until they’re about 6 months of age. Once they turn 6 months old, they’ll need to start eating food sources of iron to make sure they don’t develop an iron deficiency. In today’s post, I’ll discuss why iron is important, what happens if your baby or toddler develops a deficiency, and the best food sources of iron for your growing little one.
Eat SMASH Fish for Heart Health
You may have heard the term “SMASH” recently and wonder what it means. SMASH is an acronym listing the healthiest and safest varieties of fish to include in your diet. Today I’ll share what these fish are, why they are a heart-healthy and safe food to include in your diet, how much to eat, and some tasty SMASH fish recipes.
Instant Pot Pinto Beans
February is American Heart Month. One heart-healthy food that is often overlooked is pinto beans. Pinto beans are a nutrition powerhouse and an easy addition to any diet. In today’s post, I’ll discuss the health benefits of pinto beans, the pros and cons of canned vs dried pinto beans, and share an easy Instant Pot recipe for cooking dry beans.
Diet Changes to Help with PMS
Premenstrual syndrome, or PMS, is the group of symptoms that some women experience leading up to their monthly menstrual period. Symptoms can vary from woman to woman and although it can’t be completely avoided for most, there are some things you can do to help manage symptoms. In today’s post, I’ll share tips for changing your diet that may help reduce PMS symptoms.
How to Introduce the Top 9 Potential Allergens to Your Baby
If your baby is eating solid foods, you may be wondering about food allergies. As I mentioned in a past blog post, experts recommend introducing foods that could potentially cause allergies sooner rather than later. That being said, it can be tricky to figure out how to introduce some of these foods to your little one. In today’s post, I’ll review how best to introduce the top 9 potential allergic foods to your baby.
Healthy Snacks to Ring in the New Year
It’s hard to believe 2023 is over and we have already moved into 2024. I don’t know about you, but after all the holiday treats, I’m ready for some healthier options. In today’s post, I’ll share some of my favorite balanced and easy snack options.
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.
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.
What to Eat for Improved Fertility
Wondering what to eat if you’re trying to get pregnant? Then this post is for you! There aren’t any “magic” foods that can help you get pregnant, but an overall healthy and balanced diet will ensure you are getting the nutrients you need to support a pregnancy.