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High Cholesterol and Lentil Soup

October 11, 2019

After a recent visit to the doctor, my husband Phil found out that his cholesterol is creeping up and could stand to be improved. Phil exercises regularly and is what I would consider a very healthy eater, except for his occasional chocolate chip cookie or ice cream binge. So I decided to take a good…

Banana N’ice Cream: A Delicious Dessert You Don’t Have To Feel Guilty Eating!

September 5, 2019

Healthy Ingredients, Un-4-gettable Recipes

I am not immune to the need for sweets. I, like all my friends, family members and clients, feel like I need a little something sweet after dinner. My mom would say she likes a little something sweet after every meal, but that’s another story. So my clients and I talk often about ways to…

Quinoa with Roasted Tomatoes and Garlic

July 12, 2019

Side Dishes, Un-4-gettable Recipes

Want a great healthy side dish for dinner or lunch? Try this Quinoa with Roasted Tomatoes and Garlic. Quinoa is an ancient grain that has taken our present world by storm! It is a wonderful source of fiber and can be used as a complete protein in a plant-based meal. It’s simple to cook and…

Chocolate Banana Delight Smoothie

June 25, 2019

Breakfasts, Healthy Ingredients, Healthy Living

Starting your day with a smoothie is an absolute killer move–and I mean that in a good way! You are fueling your body with a combination of fruits, veggies and other ingredients that are clean, healthy and capable of nourishing your body with life and energy. There’s a big difference in how you will feel…

Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili

May 31, 2019

Un-4-gettable Recipes

This Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili has a wonderful flavor. It’s made with ground turkey breast, but you won’t miss the beef because it’s delicious! It only requires a few minutes of attention at the beginning and then you can leave it all day to do its thing! Print Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili You…

Tried and True Apricot Chicken

May 11, 2019

Moving 4-ward With A Healthy Body, Un-4-gettable Recipes

Apricot chicken NEVER disappoints. It’s a simple, tasty chicken dish that you can whip together quickly and feel confident that everyone will enjoy its sweet and tangy flavor. Perfect for family dinner or for company. Just be sure to buy an apricot jelly or jam that does not contain high fructose corn syrup, a very…

My Walmart jackpot! Also known as “Who says you can’t buy healthy food at Walmart?”

May 8, 2019

Healthy Living

If you can deal with the crowds, the crazy parking lot and the slow checkout lines, Walmart is a great place to save money on a huge amount of items. Living in Northbrook, I would say Walmart definitely has the best prices compared to most stores in the area. I often go there to buy…

A No-Brainer Fish Dinner That’s Good For Your Brain!

April 27, 2019

Healthy Ingredients, Un-4-gettable Recipes

There’s nothing fishy about the fact that fish is good for your brain! Oily fish contain something called DHA, an Omega-3 fatty acid which is essential for brain health. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends adults consume at least 8 ounces of seafood per week, or two 4-ounce portions. And besides benefitting your noggin, increased…

My 12 Rules of Healthy Eating and Healthy Living

April 13, 2019

Healthy Living

While I was recently on a very long and bumpy car ride in the middle of Patagonia in Chile, I was listening to a podcast about the 12 Rules of Life. This got me thinking about the 12 rules of the topic that is most often on my mind: Healthy Eating (sorry to my husband…

Ohio State Protein Power Balls

March 21, 2019

Healthy Ingredients, Snacks

Power Balls! Little bundles of energy and deliciousness. Easy to take with wherever you go and the perfect go-to snack when you feel like a healthy nosh with a touch of sweetness. This version of power ball came into my world in Columbus, Ohio. While visiting my daughter, Lexi, at The Ohio State University, we…

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High Cholesterol and Lentil Soup

Banana N’ice Cream: A Delicious Dessert You Don’t Have To Feel Guilty Eating!

Quinoa with Roasted Tomatoes and Garlic

Chocolate Banana Delight Smoothie

Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili

Tried and True Apricot Chicken

My Walmart jackpot! Also known as “Who says you can’t buy healthy food at Walmart?”

A No-Brainer Fish Dinner That’s Good For Your Brain!

My 12 Rules of Healthy Eating and Healthy Living

Ohio State Protein Power Balls

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