Looking for another way to get more veggies into your child’s belly? I love to start with foods kids already like and go from there. Mac and Cheese is usually a winner for most kids, add some hot dogs and you are sure to have lots of happy kids! We love pasta, cheese, and hot …
Navigating the grocery store aisles can be overwhelming! With all the confusing health claims, it is important to turn the packages over and look at the ingredients to avoid being a victim of healthwashing. We can often pay more for a product that we think is healthy due to the billions of dollars that was put …
Do you and your kids love meatballs? I always like to figure out what foods my client’s families like and go from there. Meatballs usually make the list! As a Culinary Nutritionist, Health Coach, and mom of 2, I like to think about what we can add to our plate to make it more nutritious …
Cold and flu season has been a doozy this year! Anyone feeling sick of being sick? As a Certified Health Coach, Culinary Nutritionist, and mom of 2 girls, here is how my family is tackling cold and flu season. Tip 1: Focus on increasing your family’s plant consumption. Did you know that 70 % of …
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I love traditional lasagna with gluten free noodles but that added sweetness from the butternut squash makes this dish one of our family favorites that have been in our weekly rotation lately. My whole family usually goes back for seconds or thirds! Butternut Squash Lasagna is similar to traditional lasagna but the noodles are subbed …
For those who are unfamiliar with the macrobiotic diet, it is centered around a whole foods lifestyle and is free of processed sugar and animal protein. Growing up, I was raised in a macrobiotic home. Simply put, we ate a lot of rice, beans, veggies, and tofu. I remember my mom sending me to school with …
What is your go to meal of choice whenever you or your family comes down with a cold? For my family, it is Chicken Noodle Soup, a meal many enjoy when illness strikes. When creating the recipe for Chicken Turmeric Soup, I thought of a few key ingredients I wanted to include for their healing benefits …
Is dessert a treat if we have it everyday? What is your definition of dessert? These are question I ask myself regularly and am still trying to figure out. As I continue on my health journey, and my girls get older, now 8 and 10, my ideas on dessert continue to evolve. When my girls …
Smoothies and Smoothie Bowls are a great way to pack in a lot of nutrients. My girls prefer a smoothie bowl with crunchy toppings like cacao nibs, shredded coconut, hemp seeds and fresh berries. I prefer a smoothie since I can drink it with one hand while doing a million other things. Please note that …
Our kids are back to school and the after school activities have begun. This means, many of us are looking for simple and quick weeknight dinner ideas that the whole family can enjoy. Deciding what to make for dinner has got to be one of the hardest jobs for me as a parent. Anyone else find …
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Who else loves chicken salad?! I’ve been brainstorming different sandwich ideas for my two girls because they both love a good sandwich for lunch most days. Our standard sandwich during the school week is usually turkey, cheese, and avocado or almond butter and jam. I don’t know why I haven’t thought of adding chicken salad …
Do you wish your children enjoyed salad? I always love a good salad. The possibilities are endless, and they can act as a great tool for getting lots of great nutrients into our bellies as well as our children’s. Today, both my girls asked for salads for lunch and I almost fell over. My oldest …
I’m always thinking about what I can add to my family meals to make them veggie packed and nutrient dense. I love taking a meal that my family already loves, like pasta and meat sauce, and challenging myself to elevate it and take it to the next level. The school year is just beginning, so …
It is hard to believe school is starting soon or may have already started for some! Where did the summer go?! As we are getting back into the swing of things it is important to start our children’s day off with a well-balanced breakfast. A good breakfast should include 3 key components: protein, healthy fat, …
Are you looking for healthy back to school snack ideas? I’ve got you covered! When it comes to packing back to school snack, I recommend making sure a protein, healthy fat, and fiber is included to help balance kid’s blood sugar and keep them feeling satiated until lunch. When we think of kid’s snacks many of …
Do you struggle with getting your kids to try something new? Does the phrase, “Just take one bite” turn into a battle? If this sounds familiar, I have a tool for you! Give the Taste-O-Meter a try. The Taste-O-Meter is an amazing, game changing tool that makes trying new food fun. Instead of saying “ Just take …
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I remember my mom making a similar version of this Carrot Salad all summer long for my sisters and I when we were younger. I love this salad because it reminds me of my childhood and it is also refreshing, delicious, kid-friendly, and a great way to enjoy carrots! Shredded Carrot Salad has a nice …
