Going Gluten Free

Eating gluten free is one of the most talked about diets today.  For some, it’s a medical necessity. Others, simply feel better when gluten is limited in their diet (like me).  Eat whole foods. Fill up your plate with naturally gluten free foods like vegetables, fruits, beans, nuts, fish and lean meat. Choose gluten free […]

Not All Fat Is Equal

Not all body fat is equal. As a matter of fact, the fat in our abdominal cavity causes the most problem with our health. This fat builds up around organs and is linked to a variety of health issues. That is why your waist size is a much stronger marker for your health than the […]

Shakeology — How Can it Help my Health?

There are a lot of different shakes on the market now days.  And frankly, it is confusing. How do you now which one to choose?  My choice is Shakeology for a lot of reasons.  However, there are a lot of misconceptions around Shakeology. I want to address them.  And, after reading this, I think you will […]

My Contest Entry

Every year, Mark’s family has an hors d’oeuvre contest at Christmas.  This year, we won’t be gathering with the extended Meuwissen clan, but we are keeping up this tradition with our immediate family. I have been charged with a healthy appetizer.  My choice is one of our favorites –  Fresh Spring Rolls.  I might not […]

Help Your Kids Create Healthy Eating Habits

Sound familiar? “There is nothing good in this house to eat!” I hear it all the time — especially now that my kids are home everyday.  So many times, I’ve just gone grocery shopping and there is all kinds of good, healthy food in the house. But according to my kids, there just isn’t any […]

Reasons Not to Wait

It’s October already! The new year is less than 90 days away! Does this sound familiar? — The last few months have been a bit rough on your waist line.  You need to get back to a healthier lifestyle, yet it is tempting to wait. I mean really, New Year’s isn’t that far away and […]

Go LOCAL

August is the height of the summer growing season.  Beans, zucchini, cucumbers, tomatoes, and are ready to be picked.  And soon, we will have squash, potatoes, peppers, apples, raspberries and more.  If you don’t have access to home grown veggies and fruit, consider buying them locally.  There are several reasons to do so: Locally grown […]

All It Takes is Little “Yes’s” and “No’s”

The little decisions matter. Going to the gym a few times a week or eating an extra serving of vegetables isn’t going to impact you immediately but it will matter. Taking a walk after dinner one night a week probably doesn’t feel like a victory, but it is. Every little “yes” is a step in […]

Are You Feeling Derailed?

You made the commitment and now you are trying to eat healthier, work out every morning and learn as much as you can about new healthy lifestyles. You are so excited and you want those closest to you to be excited too! But, that is not the case. Your closest support network likes it just […]

Tips to keep your Summer Produce Fresh and Safe

Summer is here and that means we now have access to a plethora of fresh produce and fruit. If you are like us, we tend to pack the fridge with leafy greens, veggies, berries and melons.  But there is nothing more disappointing than pulling out a package of raspberries only to find them fuzzy with […]