Are you wondering how much your 1-year-old should be eating? It may seem challenging to figure this out but it doesn’t have to be, so today I’ll talk about how much and how often to feed your toddler once they turn 1, what foods to include in a balanced diet, and a sample menu for a 1-year-old.

Are you looking for an easy breakfast idea for your toddler? Egg muffins are simple to whip up and can be served at any meal or snack for your toddler, older kids, or you! Egg muffins are also an easy way to sneak in some veggies. Keep reading for my broccoli and spinach egg muffin recipe!

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.

There is a lot of talk about protein these days and many of you are probably wondering if you are eating enough protein, especially if you are an active person. In today’s post, I’ll review what protein does in the body and how much of it you should eat based on your age and activity level. I’ll also discuss protein supplements and what to watch out for if you choose to add them to your diet.

Lately, I’ve been hearing a lot about choline, which is an essential mineral found in several different foods. Many people don’t get enough of it, so in today’s post I’ll share the importance of consuming choline, where to find it, and how much you need.

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.

Condiments are a great thing to keep on hand so they can be used in any last minute recipes you may be preparing. Read on to find out the 5 condiments I always keep in my pantry or fridge.

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.

Once your baby starts eating solid foods, it’s exciting to introduce them to new things. While most foods are safe for your baby to eat, there are a few things that should wait until your baby is a little older. Even potentially allergenic foods can be introduced to your baby around 6 months old. Keep reading to find out some of the foods to be cautious of when feeding your baby solid foods.

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.