The Healthy Apron

With all the last minute ”to do’s” before our trip to SAN FRANCISCO, this week has been more focused on trip itinerary than it has food! We’re also trying to empty our fridge before we head out, so the pickings have been SLIM! I will be eating PB + J for lunch every day this week. I love the stuff, but it [...]

Weekends are the perfect time to relax and have fun visiting friends and family. I enjoy going “home” to visit my family because there is always good conversation and laughs to be had. I never thought I would get to an age where I would want to hang out with my parents, but [...]

“According to the 2009 HealthFocus USA Trend Report, nearly half of all shoppers are trying to increase the fiber in their diets, and 43% are looking for foods that are high in fiber. That should be easy, considering the hundreds—if not thousands—of new fiber-fortified foods in our groceries, such as dairy products like yogurt and [...]

Potlucks. I love them and I dread them. I LOVE them because you get to sample lots of different creations and they can be a food lover’s paradise. I HATE them because there is usually little to none in the healthy food department and I NEVER know what to bring!

I typically like to go healthy, although my husband will [...]

The mango is a fruit I never thought I would like. Way back when (perhaps 9th or 10th grade), I asked my mom to buy me a mango because I was curious about this strange fruit. I had read that it was healthy; high in iron and antioxidants, may aid in digestion, is low in carbohydrates, and [...]

The “Your Best Self Program” is finally coming to a close. I hope that you enjoyed this series.  Over the past 6 weeks month, I have tried my best to provide each and every one of you with the tools needed to make changes that last a life time. While I realize there were [...]

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A post earlier in the week dealt with how to conquer certain cravings. If you haven’t yet checked it out, you might want to do so now. If you are all caught up, let’s elaborate a little more on how to hone in on hunger. How can you tell if your belly is grumbling [...]

The beverages you drink can easily influence the weight and health of you and your family. Just as you choose certain foods to you honor your health, the same consideration should go in to the beverages you consume! Although it can be a struggle to get you and your loved ones to switch to healthier drinks, it’s well worth the battle!

Salmon is my very favorite type of seafood, not only for its health benefits, but also because of its versatility! I have literally tried it in dozens of different recipes and have enjoyed each and every one!

Some health benefits? Low in calories and saturated fat, high in protein and omega 3 fatty acids (which boosts heart health), and a good [...]

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As you begin diet number ump-teen million and one, you decide that this is IT! You are going to swear off donuts, no more trips to Starbucks, say goodbye to ice cream, workout everyday, and never eat any form of carbs again! So why do cravings STILL over whelm your thoughts?

Let’s take a look at [...]