As a conscious consumer I like to be aware of what foods are best for me. This means that when I’m at the grocery store, I am always seeking out foods with the best health benefits. Ultimately, this is all part of my goal to a healthy diet. Recently, with this goal in mind, I’ve decided to incorporate organic foods into my meals... [More]

I wanted to share one of my favorite on-to-go snacks with you! Gorp is a classic, and the high fiber and protein content make it an energizing and filling snack. It’s great because it’s easy to make and can be made in large batches. There are many different versions of gorp, so you can experiment and make it from the ingredients you like!.. [More]

The box of candy hearts spilling onto my desk is telling me one thing: we’re on the cusp of Valentine’s Day again! Traditionally, this time of year flowers and boxes of chocolates cover the shelves of almost any store you might visit. I thought it would be fun to share a great Valentine’s Day recipe this year! Instead of buying the usual box of chocolates, try making this mousse!.. [More]

It seems that when February rolls around, I’m inundated with birthdays! My mom and sister celebrate their birthdays early in the month and the rest of the month is dotted with even more birthday celebrations with friends. Inevitably, you know what this means. Cake. Lots of cake... [More]

I’ve been known to watch Food Network on occasion. I’m not an amazing chef by any stretch of the imagination, but I try to pick up a new food preparation trick occasionally while watching my favorite shows. One term I hear often on that channel is “comfort food”. So what exactly is comfort food?.. [More]

Well, the holiday season is over and the diet damage has been done. If you’re feeling a bit guilty about throwing dietary caution to the wind during this past holiday season, you’re not alone. I mean, to be fair, I probably didn’t need that 3rd piece of pie at the family Christmas gathering. The peer-pressure got to me though, and before I knew it Grandma convinced me that I simply had to try another slice. I can’t say no to Grandma!.. [More]

During the dead of winter, there’s nothing more comforting than a bowl of homemade soup. While this particular recipe takes a little bit of time and planning, the end result is well worth the effort. I like this on the weekends, when I’ve got the time to make a home-cooked meal. One of the other things that I love about this recipe is how nutritious it is. Not only are you getting almost 17 grams of protein, you’ll also get 74% of your daily dietary fiber needs met with one serving!.. [More]

Have you been following the news lately? If so, you may have heard about the huge recall of Slim-Fast ready-to-drink products. All Slim-Fast shakes are being recalled due to a potential contamination with Bacillus cereus, a bacterium that may cause diarrhea and possibly nausea and/or vomiting. According to a Unilever news release, the possibility of severe adverse health effects is remote. Unilever says it issued the recall "out of an abundance of caution"... [More]

Last week, I wrote a post discussing some of the great health benefits of nuts. Today, I’ve got a great healthy recipe that makes excellent use of almonds. In fact, this chicken dish provides you with 65% of your daily recommended protein! Additionally, during the holiday season, I sometimes burn out on the traditional ham dinners. So if you’re looking for something a little different for dinner, give this protein-packed chicken dish a try!.. [More]

I was at a friend’s house the other night for a casual holiday party, and of course there were lots of snacks being offered. I overheard somebody make the following comment when they noticed a large bowl of mixed nuts: “I need to stay away from those because I’m on a diet.”... [More]