Diets 101: The Carnivore Diet
As you probably know, there are numerous diets that promise weight loss or a variety of other health benefits. The Carnivore Diet is one you may or may not have heard of, but its name tells it all. Read on to find out what the Carnivore Diet is, what foods it includes and excludes, and the pros and cons to following this diet.
Instant Pot Black Beans
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.
5 Condiments to Always Have in Your Pantry or Fridge
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.
Healthy After School Snacks for Kids
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.
6 Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Baby
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.
4 Vegetables to Try This Spring
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.
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.