If there is one thing that has surprised me about motherhood it’s how absolutely ravenous I get oh, about every hour. I thought pregnancy was bad with the need for a night time snack of peanut butter popcorn or an afternoon yogurt bowl. But let me tell you, feeding another human being sure makes you…
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How To: Snack Healthy – Apple Slices with A Twist!
An apple a day keeps the doctor away – right? I prefer an apple a day keeps the afternoon hunger at bay! And these apple snacks definitely kick the usual apple slices up a notch! Sure, you could just grab an apple for your afternoon snack, but me, I need something with a little more…
How to: Snack Healthy – Lime and Black Pepper Popcorn
Are you ready for some football?! I’m really really not. But I am ready for some Super Bowl food. Yesiree, I’m going to indulge this Sunday. I see pizza, beer and deliciously rich dips in my future. To avoid a total indigestion disaster, I’ll temper the extra rich stuff by having just a little of my very favourite…
How To: Use Up Your Leftovers – Quinoa Patties
By now, you should all be quinoa experts – right? We’ve shown you how to cook it plain and simple, turn it into a delicious breakfast, and mix it with pomegranates, nuts, and a flavourful dressing for a delicious side dish. But sometimes, you want a little something extra special to jazz up that leftover tupperware of simple quinoa…
How to: Quickie Meals – Tilapia Tacos
I realize a big part of maintaining a healthy diet is getting a meal on the table lickety split. Lots of you out there are busy working professionals, moms, students and if I’m going to keep it real, normal people who don’t spend their free time chopping, sautéing, plating and documenting the whole process on…
How To: Snack Healthy – Yogurt, Cottage Cheese, and Applesauce Bowl
Happy Holidays my friends! Anyone overdose on turkey, cookies, eggnog, and Christmas movies? I don’t know about you, but after days of eating copious amounts of delicious holiday treats, all I crave is simple and healthy food. My favourite afternoon snack is just that – yogurt, cottage cheese, and applesauce, all mixed together to become…