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…
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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…
Simply Raw Apple Cider
Sitting here beside the windowsill, listening to the raindrops pitter-patter against the glass, I am reminded that there is nothing better than simple joys in life. Small pleasures, like raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens (as Maria from The Sound of Music would say) are truly a few of my favorite things. Just like simple…
Sugar – a deadly, addictive drug
Here’s the sugary, but not so sweet, truth – the average American eats only 25 pounds of green veggies a year, yet will consume 6 TIMES that amount of sugar! Yes, that’s right… the average American eats 150 pounds of sugar each year. Sugar is just as addicting as any drug. How can this be? Let’s…
Food Craving Chart: Craving THIS? Eat THAT!
We’ve all had those days… we have the craving for salty chips, warm french bread or maybe even a slice of sizzling bacon. But WAIT! Before we eat ourselves into our graves, take a look at the chart below. When we have cravings, it’s because our bodies are in need of something. Instead of eating…
