According to the CDC, the majority of children don't eat enough vegetables. But if you've ever tried to get a young child to eat their veggies, you probably know it often involves bargaining, bribery, and lots of wasted food. Kids are usually more interested in other items on their plate than the nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables, and many parents struggle with this at … [Read more...]
4 Reasons Celery is Healthy
Celery is a vegetable that people seem to either love or hate – but if you are in the latter group, you are missing out! A biennial plant, celery is in the same family as carrots, dill and fennel. Why should you add it to your meals? Most people are aware that celery is low in calories, but few realize just how much this antioxidant-filled vegetable can boost both short and … [Read more...]
Tips for Successful Grilling That Won’t Harm Your Health
Grilling fresh vegetables and fruits without oil is the healthiest way to enjoy a healthy BBQ. It's also an easy way to add natural, mouthwatering flavor to foods without risking your health. Vegetables don't need oil to prevent them from sticking to the grill. You can use lemon or lime juice or other marinades instead. You can also use a grill basket or kabob skewers … [Read more...]
Summer Time Celebration
Summer is in full swing. Independence Day, family vacations and get togethers with friends is a big part of summer relaxing time. Clearly, we’re in the wonderful season of summer. The time of year when fun, food, fireflies, favorite swimming holes, and long sunny days all combine to make you feel like you’ve been given a fabulous gift. It is also a season where many of us are … [Read more...]
Making Gluten-free Diet Choices
Lots of foods are naturally gluten-free and can make a great starchy base for your meals. If you are looking for diet choices potatoes, rice and legumes make a great alternative to wheat-based products, and you may be able to find some gluten-free alternatives to things like pasta that use these as their main ingredient (for instance, gluten-free lentil pasta). You need to … [Read more...]