Why Snacking Can Be Good For You

Why Snacking Can Be Good For You

Most of us grew up believing you should only consume three meals a day. But our lifestyles have evolved, so we require more frequent and smaller meals to help keep us fueled in our busy lives.  Snacking, often associated with unhealthy choices, can actually be a...
Sea Moss: Nature’s Health Booster

Sea Moss: Nature’s Health Booster

Everything old is new again. The hottest thing in nutrition is sea moss, a plant people from Northern Europe to the Caribbean have used to treat and prevent problems for centuries. (Sea moss, or Irish moss, was a vital source of nutrition during the Great Famine in...
Fuel Your Health with Fiber

Fuel Your Health with Fiber

You probably know dietary fiber is great for keeping you regular, but it does a lot more than that. Fiber keeps your body running smoothly. There are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber can help lower cholesterol levels, reduce the risk of...
Hold the Meat, Keep the Flavor

Hold the Meat, Keep the Flavor

Want to include more vegetables in your diet but are worried you’ll miss meat? You’re in luck. Depending on how you transform them, several fruits and vegetables can mimic the flavor and texture of meat. Try these delicious, fiber-rich options, and you’ll be satisfied...
Healthy Halloween

Healthy Halloween

Of course, eating candy in moderation is OK. But if you are looking for tasty and healthy[ish] treats to hand out on Halloween, here are a few examples that will make your house a required stop: Natural Fruit Leather. Made from whole fruit, fruit leather provides kids...
The Power of School Lunch

The Power of School Lunch

September is back-to-school time for many Americans, which means it’s also time to think about school lunch. For many, mentioning school lunches might conjure memories of cardboard-texture pizza and limp sandwiches. However, it’s time to update that mental image....