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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Broccoli is one of my favorite vegetables. Though many may not like it raw, it is delicious when cooked or added to many dishes. In today’s post, I’ll share the health benefits of broccoli, how it can be eaten, and some of my favorite recipes that contain broccoli.

It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through August! With the end of summer approaching, I like to make sure to take full advantage of the nice weather for grilling. Grilling is an easy way to cook during the warm summer weather so you can avoid turning on the stove or oven and heating up your house. There are plenty of ways to make grilled foods healthy, so today’s post is dedicated to discussing the best healthy options.