This quick and easy Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad is kid friendly, vegetarian and gluten-free. It’s the perfect healthy side dish for a picnic, potluck or just a quick weeknight dinner! The weather has been absolutely perfect for summer picnics these days: warm, sunny, with a light breeze but not too hot or humid! It also […]
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This homemade low calorie granola recipe is a great alternative to store bought granola. It’s easy to make and it keeps for several weeks, which means that you have a healthy breakfast ready to go on those busy mornings! I love the idea of granola. Sweet, crispy oats paired with nuts, seeds, and fruit – […]
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This Taco Lasagna Recipe brings Mexican flavors and Italian layers to this veggie loaded weeknight meal. With layers of tomato salsa, corn tortillas, veggies, and beans, then topped with cheese and black olives, you’ll have a complete healthy meal rich in nutrients, and high in fiber and protein all in one pan! Is it possible […]
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These vegan roasted potatoes with rosemary make for a tasty and delicious side dish that’s easy to make. Full of flavor, they are the perfect accompaniment for any meal! This recipe is so so simple, but it’s so unbelievably good! There is just something about pairing rosemary with potatoes: it’s a classic combination that always […]
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It is so easy to make homemade baby foods — and most of the time, making baby food at home will be healthier and cheaper than store bought! This is your guide to making healthy baby food at home that you can feel great about giving to your little one! Many of you know that […]
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This healthy breakfast cookie recipe is perfect to have on hand when you need breakfast in a hurry. Easy to make and packed full of goodness, I’m sure these will become a staple in your home! Mornings are always a big rush in our house — getting two adults and two kids out the door […]
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This delicious spinach and arugula salad with fresh cherry tomatoes and goat cheese is simple and easy to make – ready in 10 minutes! Tossed with a homemade dressing, it is the perfect accompaniment to a picnic, bbq, potluck, or a light lunch. Summer produce is in full bloom here in Seattle! Just the other […]
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If you love Mexican food, you won’t be able to resist these Healthy Vegetarian Mexican Flautas. Packed full of flavor, these flautas are easy to make, kid-friendly, and perfect for a healthy weeknight meal. My family loves Mexican food – Enchiladas, Nachos, Flautas, Quesadillas, etc. So a lot of times I’ll find myself in the […]
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This delicious Cherry Crumble Pie is packed with fresh fruit and is topped with a crumble made from almonds and oats. This is a great dessert for any get together: for picnics in the summer to Halloween to Christmas! A lot of people have asked me how I balance my love of dessert with my […]
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What are the worst ingredients in food today? Are there certain ingredients you should avoid at all costs? This guide details the top 5 worst food preservatives in processed food. All of these ingredients are red flags if you see them on the label, and should be avoided if you can! I recently got a […]
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A decadent treat that is indulgent, sweet and satisfying, this vegan brownie recipe with walnuts is great for the beginner baker. The prep work is easy and the baking time is only 30 minutes! Eating healthy is important, but so is taking a break once in a while to indulge and enjoy yourself. Having treats […]
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If you are looking for an easy, make-ahead dish, then this Gluten Free Pasta Salad with Olives and Herbs could be for you! Packed with flavor, low in fat and filled with nutrients, you won’t buy store bought pasta salad again! Pasta salad is one of my favorite dishes to make in the spring and […]
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Making your hair and skin healthier can start as soon as your next meal. While there are lots of products we can buy to make our skin and hair look better from the outside; the best way to get smooth skin and shiny hair is to improve the foods you’re putting into your body. Here […]
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Does eating fat make you gain weight? Guidance about what fats to eat have changed so much over the past few decades: from eating fat, to only eating nonfat products, to now hearing that avocados and olive oil should be part of your daily diet! So what are the true facts about fat? What do […]
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This kid-friendly Banana Peach Smoothie takes just 5 minutes to make! It’s perfect for busy mornings or when you need a mid-afternoon pick me up. A healthy and tasty drink that’s great for the whole family! Summer is here! That means yummy stone fruits, fresh berries, outdoor picnics and of course – smoothies in the […]
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These easy and tasty Oat Flour Pancakes are perfect for breakfast, brunch or dinner. This lightened up pancake recipe is full of healthy whole grains – the whole family will love them! Can anyone say “Breakfast for Dinner?” I think pancakes might be one of my favorite meals, and I always (for some reason) end […]
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This healthy, flavorful black bean and red pepper pizza recipe is easy to make at home and is low in calories. Loaded with fresh veggies, this recipe is a fun twist on traditional pizza and keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days! The first time I had black beans on pizza, believe it […]
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Is organic milk really healthier than regular milk? What are the benefits of organic milk? This guide outlines 4 reasons why you should always buy organic dairy, and why it’s worth it! When it comes to buying organic, there are many different ways to prioritize. The Dirty Dozen is a great guide to produce, but […]
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These delicious, chunky, Vegan Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies with Cherries are the perfect healthy-ish treat! They are made with old fashioned oats and packed full of nuts, dried fruit, and chocolate! We all know that technically cookies aren’t healthy. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t ever have a cookie! As most of you know – my […]
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Did you know that the majority of our skincare products today include an incredible amount of toxic ingredients? This guide will help you understand what ingredients to avoid in skincare products, which ingredients are good for your skin, and what brands are safe to use! As many of you know, I am very passionate about […]
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This chocolate oatmeal recipe is a healthy hot breakfast that tastes just like a fudge brownie! Healthy, easy, gluten-free, and ready in just 15 minutes, this is how to start the day right! It’s no secret that I love oatmeal, and I’m always looking for ways to spice it up to make my breakfasts more […]
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There are so many varieties of bread lining grocery store shelves these days, it can be hard to figure out which is the best to buy. This guide will help you discover the healthiest bread available today, what to consider when buying bread, and what types of bread to avoid! One of the questions I […]
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This Spinach Ginger Smoothie, is healthy, low carb and delicious! It’s packed with great flavors and has a satisfyingly creamy texture! When it’s summer, I tend to make a lot of smoothies. Mainly because, it’s so hot outside earlier in the morning that my typical breakfast (hot tea + oatmeal) warms me up just a […]
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These mashed potato fritters are perfect to use up things in the fridge. You can enjoy them as an appetizer, snack, or meal. Plus, they are packed with delicious and nutritious onions and kale! I love recipes that can act as multiple types of meals – like something that can double as a light lunch, […]
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A nutritious fruit and vegetable smoothie that’s super tasty and refreshing and has 3 servings of fruits and veggies in each glass. I am a huge fan of green smoothies. It’s the easiest way to get a ton of fruits and veggies (especially green veggies which are the best for you!) into your diet in […]
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Having a well stocked pantry is key to being able to cook healthy meals in a pinch. But what exactly do you need for a healthy pantry? This guide will help you identify the essentials for a healthy pantry to make quick delicious meals at home! I am all about cooking healthy meals at home […]
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This in-depth and easily understandable parent guide will help you find and buy the best baby formula brands made in the U.S. You will learn the differences between U.S. vs. European baby formulas, the top 10 recommended baby formulas, what ingredients to avoid, what brands and types to avoid, and where you can purchase the […]
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This Spinach Banana Smoothie with Peanut Butter has the perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, and a healthy dose of nutrients. It will absolutely keep you full until lunch — all for under 210 calories! What are you craving this summer? For me, summer means spending as much time outdoors as I can, taking a […]
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This delicious Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry is packed with goodness and great flavors! The texture of this healthy curry is just perfect, it’s full bodied and the chickpeas give it just the right amount of bite! It’s been a rather cool and rainy couple of weeks – typical “Juneuary” in Seattle. On days like […]
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This Falafel Wrap Recipe is healthy comfort food at its best! Instead of fried these falafel patties are baked, then stuffed in a whole wheat pita and topped with spinach, tomato, and a creamy hummus. Falafels are truly a comfort food of mine. I’m a sucker for all types of Mediterranean food: give me a […]
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A crispy whole wheat crust is topped with melty mozzarella and fresh pesto to create this mushroom flatbread that makes for a family friendly meal any day of the week! When it comes to family friendly meals a homemade pizza can’t be beat! This Mushroom Flatbread is bursting with flavor. From the crispy thin homemade […]
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This in-depth guide will help you learn everything you need to know about possibly the most premium organic formula on the market: Kendamil. You’ll learn more about what Kendamil is, what the benefits are, how it compares to other organic baby formulas, and where you can find & buy it! With so many baby formula brands […]
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This healthy pesto without pine nuts is the perfect pasta dish for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The walnut and sage pesto is packed full of earthy flavors and is lower in fat and calories than the store bought. Pesto and pasta is one of those classic combinations that everyone loves. It’s just so […]
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This Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese with French Onions is the ultimate gooey cheesy indulgent sandwich with a healthy twist. Packed with flavor and done in minutes, it’s comfort food at its best! French onions are really to die for! Usually french onions are made with a lot of butter, but to keep this sandwich on […]
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These easy healthy quesadillas are packed with gooey cheese, black beans, and crunchy veggies. Done in less than 30 minutes they make a great weeknight meal! Quesadillas are one of those meals that just about everyone likes. These healthy quesadillas are the best! Warm, crispy tortillas, melted gooey cheese, and an assortment of toppings make […]
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