Welcome back for week two of my heart-healthy eating tips! February is American Heart Month so we’re talking all about the best and worst foods for your heart. This week I’ll tell you what trans fats are, list common food sources of them, and help you navigate confusing nutrition labels. Read on to learn more!

Did you know February is American Heart Month? It’s the perfect time to work on changing your diet and increasing your activity level to make sure your heart is in tip-top shape! Today, I’ll share ways to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, both of which are important in keeping your heart healthy. In the coming weeks, get ready to learn about all the different types of fats and which ones are the healthiest for your heart.

I’m one to always keep plenty of extra food in my pantry. I like to have various grains, dry beans, or lentils in case I need to whip up a last-minute meal. Dry goods are also great to keep on-hand in case of an emergency or if you’re just trying to make fewer trips to the grocery store. Today I’ll share a list of the dry goods you’ll usually find in my pantry.

Happy New Year! I thought I’d start the New Year with a simple recipe for one of my favorite foods: peanut butter! It’s rare for there to be a day where I don’t eat peanut butter. In this post, I’ll compare the nutrition and cost of store-bought to homemade varieties and I’ll share my favorite ways to incorporate peanut butter into my diet. Also, make sure to check out my other Better Butters series recipes!

I have another great nut butter recipe for you in my Better Butters Series! Homemade nut butter makes great personal holiday gifts that are a healthy alternative to all the cookies and other sweets around this time of year. Today I’ll share my recipe for cashew butter, some of my favorite ways to enjoy it, and why it is a healthy choice.

Now more than ever, people are stocking up on food to make fewer grocery trips. Canned goods are the ultimate pantry staple because they have a long shelf-life and are incredibly versatile. Today, I’ll share my favorite canned goods plus a few of my favorite ways to use them!

Welcome back for another post in my Beat the Box series! Store-bought pies and pre-made crusts are convenient, but do you know what ingredients they are made with? Making your own at home is a great idea if you want to have more control over what is in your food. Today, I’ll share reasons why homemade pies and pie crusts can be a bit healthier and are worth a little extra prep time.

Welcome to another post in the Better Butter series! It’s hard to deny the fact that Nutella is delicious. My favorite crepe filling while traveling in Paris was most definitely Nutella and banana. But what if you could make a healthier version at home? Today, I’ll share my recipe for chocolate hazelnut butter and compare the ingredients to Nutella.

Welcome back for another post in my Beat the Box series! Chili is one of my favorite fall meals, but a bowl of chili isn’t complete without a delicious batch of cornbread. Today I’ll compare homemade cornbread to several boxed mixes. Both are quick and easy to prepare and inexpensive, but homemade cornbread tends to be much healthier because it contains fewer ingredients. Read on to learn why I prefer homemade cornbread!

Welcome to the first post in the Better Butter series! In this series we’ll explore the world of nut butters, how to make them at home, and how to incorporate them into your diet. Store-bought nut butter often contains added sugar and oil, but if you make your own you’ll know exactly what is in it. Today’s post is all about almond butter!