Cooking during the holidays can sometimes feel like a daunting task! Wanting to impress your family and friends with your skill of delicious cuisine; yet also wanting to serve dishes that won’t leave a long lasting impression on their waistlines. Substituting one item for another (ex. Applesauce for oil) in some recipes is a great […]
Why Should I Eat Fruits and Veggies?
As a healthy rule of thumb, the USDA recommends making half of your plate full of fruits and veggies. But why is that? Because fruits and vegetables are rich in nutrients that keep our bodies running by supplying us with energy, building strong muscles, and by keeping our organs functioning normally. Eating a diet rich […]
Prevention of Childhood Obesity
Obesity occurs when more calories are taken in than are burnt off. A child is considered obese based on their BMI (Body Mass Index), a comparison of their weight and height and growth patterns. Alarmingly, one in three children in the US are overweight or obese. Research shows that children with weight issues will most […]