When you hear “get in shape,” what does image does that bring to mind? I’m betting you pictured running on a treadmill, lifting weights, or maybe even a group aerobics class. While these are certainly popular ways to be more active, they’re not the only way. For many people, joining a gym is too costly… Continue Reading Creative Solutions for Moving More
January is Fiber Focus Month and it couldn’t fall at a better time. Almost every popular New Year’s Resolution can be more successful by adding fiber! So what is fiber? Dietary fiber is a type of non-digestible carbohydrate found in plant foods. There are two types of fiber – soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber… Continue Reading All About Fiber
New Year’s Resolutions are an awesome tradition to refocus on making healthy food and activity choices. Unfortunately, most resolutions fizzle out before you get to enjoy any of the benefits of a healthier lifestyle. So what can you do to make your New Year’s Resolutions stick? Keep reading for secrets on how to set and… Continue Reading Secrets for Successful New Years Resolutions
Happy first day of winter! It’s not the most bountiful season for fresh produce, but some of our favorite root crops, dark leafy greens, winter squash, and tropical fruits are in season in winter. Check out our collection of best winter dinners and easy winter dishes. Enjoy!
The holiday season is an especially busy time of year. And cold winter weather is finally setting in for Virginia. Which means it’s the perfect time to add slow cooker meals to your weekly meal plan. Slow cooker recipes are the ultimate one pot meal. They usually need just a little bit of prep-work, and… Continue Reading Slow Cooker Recipes for Winter Meals
You might not be thinking about new year’s resolutions just yet, but it’s never too early to start! The most popular resolutions each year in America are related to being more physically active, losing weight, and eating smarter. There are proven strategies to help with these resolutions, such as keeping a food diary, making SMART… Continue Reading Tech Tools for Better Health
The holiday season is a busy, sometimes stressful time of year for families. When your schedule gets full, cooking can feel like a chore, making the drive-thru so much more appealing. But we all know takeout isn’t the healthiest option for a family meal. So what’s a busy mom to do? Reach into the freezer… Continue Reading Easy-To-Freeze Meals For The Holidays
Thanksgiving is a time for spreading love and cheer, not germs! Unfortunately, many families do not use proper food handling practices, increasing the risk of food poisoning at their holiday meals. By following this food safety advice, you can avoid the two biggest food safety hazards on Thanksgiving day.
Most people associate the holiday season with gaining weight from the tasty food at parties and family celebrations, holiday party drinking, and less time and energy for exercise. Research has found that for most adults, this weight gain only adds up to one pound, not the 5 or more pounds commonly reported in the news.… Continue Reading Maintaining Your Weight During The Holidays
Moms-to-be want to give their babies the best start possible. Many women find they’re ready to make some healthy changes when they learn they are pregnant, especially related to the foods they eat. A healthy diet during pregnancy is very similar to the MyPlate model – lots of fruits, veggies, whole grains, lean protein, and… Continue Reading 5 Foods To Avoid During Pregnancy
