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Kale Ice Cubes? Yes please!

Kale Ice Cubes?  Yes please!

Holy kale in the garbage! Kale, and other greens, are CONSTANTLY being thrown away in my household.  We will buy some, use some of it and then – oh no – too late, it has wilted and gone bad.  Fail. ...

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Simple Morning Smoothie Routine

Simple Morning Smoothie Routine

HAPPY FLIPPING NEW YEAR!!! My 2015 focus is discipline and routine, two things I did not do well at in 2014.  Now I am not talking about bootcamp discipline, I’m simply talking about holding myself more accountable for the things that ...

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Grapefruit – A Super Food

Grapefruit – A Super Food

Why is this great fruit so good for you? Grapefruits are very low in calories, since they are made up of mostly water. Grapefruits are high in vitamin A. Grapefruits are a good source of protein.  Eating half a grapefruit ...

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The Importance of Water

The Importance of Water

We have been talking a lot about super foods but one essential isn’t a food at all – water! Why is water so important? -Our bodies are made up of about 70% water! -Drinking the right amount of water can ...

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Turkey – A Super Food!

Turkey – A Super Food!

As we are all kicking off the holiday season, the center of most Thanksgiving dinners centers around turkey which is a super food!  So enjoy and know you’ll be eating a super food for days with all the leftovers! Why ...

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Asparagus – A Super Food

Asparagus – A Super Food

Asparagus can be great in a salad or as a side to any meal. Why it’s a super food: Asparagus is high in fiber. Asparagus is high in vitamins A, B, C and K. Asparagus contains tryptophan which is an ...

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Brussels Sprouts – A Super Food

Brussels Sprouts – A Super Food

This amazing super food is now back in season! Why it’s a super food: Brussels sprouts are high in Vitamin A which is key for healthy vision, cell growth and a strong healthy immune system. Brussels sprouts contain Potassium which ...

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Cranberries – A Super Food

Cranberries – A Super Food

Cranberries are now in season – and they are a great super food to enjoy as part of your cold weather meals! Why cranberries are a super food: Cranberries are packed with antioxidants and is an anti-inflammatory. Cranberries help prevent urinary ...

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Green Beans – A Super Food

Green Beans – A Super Food

Green beans are a great side dish for your dinner!  With Thanksgiving coming up it’s a great healthy addition to your family meal! Why it’s a super food: Green beans are low in calories, with about 45 calories per cup. Green ...

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Sweet Potatoes – A Super Food

Sweet Potatoes – A Super Food

With Thanksgiving and the holidays coming up here is a great super food to work into your family celebrations. Why sweet potatoes are so good for you: Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamins A, B, C and D. ...

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