Cars and Planes and Hotels, Oh My!

Cars and Planes and Hotels, Oh My!

The holiday season is right around the corner and many families will be hitting the road. Traveling can be but doesn’t have to be hard on your health. I’ve got you covered with these tips to help navigate healthy eating while traveling. Keep in mind that vacations are to be enjoyed, don’t feel compelled to be too stringent about what you eat. Some of my best...
Make Thanksgiving Delicious AND Nutritious!

Make Thanksgiving Delicious AND Nutritious!

Many times, when I engage in discussions about holidays and healthy eating, people throw their hands up in defense of traditions and the belief that holidays aren’t meant to be healthy. Not true my friends, not true. It’s quite simple to make your Thanksgiving meal delicious and nutritious. Choosing a healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be situational. Let’s start...
Minimize Halloween Sugar Meltdowns: 3 Tips

Minimize Halloween Sugar Meltdowns: 3 Tips

Need help managing your kids’ sugar intake and navigating the upcoming Holidays? It’s easy to justify allowing our kids to consume excess sugar, you know, “it’s Halloween” (or any other holiday, birthday…). “it’s a childhood rite of passage”. “they deserve a treat”. “kids’ bodies can handle sugar”. “I ate lots of sugar when I was a kid”. Does any of this sound...
I Don’t Know Where to Start?!

I Don’t Know Where to Start?!

Switching from a typical American lifestyle eating the standard American diet (SAD) is best done in steps, at least for most people. It can be overwhelming, there’s a lot to learn and even more to unlearn. So take it a step at a time. For those ‘all or nothing’ people out there, go for it. My suggestions for getting the ball rolling: Remove processed foods....
You Can Sleep When You’re Dead

You Can Sleep When You’re Dead

That’s a line my husband likes to use when he wants to do something besides getting a good night’s sleep. Of course, he’s one of those who can fall asleep as soon as his head hits the pillow. For me, sleep is more of a challenge. I understand how important it is, know what steps need to be taken, and have improved my quality of sleep significantly. However, I...
School Box Lunches Made Easy

School Box Lunches Made Easy

Does the thought of making 180 school box lunches for your kids this school year stress you out? Want to learn how to easily plan and make them? By following these 3 tips, you’ll learn how to make delicious, healthy lunches that provide energy and satiety to support your kids during school. You’ll be confident they’re getting the nutrition they need for their...