It’s funny that when I lived in DC I barely saw so much as a snowflake… yet here in Texas, we have been hit by an ice storm and “snowed in” for the past two days. The power even went out yesterday, which left us “roughing it” by the fire until the cold weather won…
Popcorn: Heart Healthy or Deadly Delicious?
It’s time to relax. You snuggle up under a big blanket, turn on your favorite movie, and what do you crave? A big bucket of… POPCORN! Perfect! It turns out popcorn is one of the healthiest snacks you can eat. Those little kernels are packed with polyphenols, a type of natural chemical found in plant…
100-Calorie Fruits
As I mentioned earlier this week, munching on “mini-meals” throughout the day is a great way to stay hunger-free and keep your metabolism revved up. We already looked at a list of 100-calorie veggies, so let’s see how many fruits we could eat to add up to our 100 calorie mini-meal. I think you may…
100-Calorie Veggies
Munching on 100-calorie “mini-meals” throughout the day is a great way to give yourself a healthy treat while still keeping your metabolism revved up… kindof like drinking an energy drink without the sugar crash afterward. With so many processed foods coming out with their snazzy “100-calorie” bags (which, let’s be honest, have practically 10 chips…
How to Pack for a Vegetarian Picnic
While some may think that picnic season is over… here in Texas the weather is now perfect for a cozy, fall picnic. So let’s pack up those baskets, fold up our quilts and head out with friends, family, or just snuggle up with that special someone, while enjoying a meal in the great outdoors! Whether…
