Can you believe the holidays are upon us? Where did this year go?! I think my favorite part of the holidays is the food. How about you? If you're looking for some new ideas for dishes to serve for holiday entertaining or office potlucks, I'm here to help! Below I've listed some of our favorite recipes for holiday event cooking, categorized by Main Dishes, Sides, Muffins and Biscuits, and Continue Reading
How much water you need when you exercise
“How much water do I need?” It’s a FAQ I get as a fitness instructor. According to health guidelines, an adequate daily fluid intake is: About 15.5 cups (125 ounces) of fluids for men About 11.5 cups (91 ounces) of fluids a day for women These recommendations cover fluids from water, other beverages and food. About 20 percent of daily fluid intake usually comes from food and the rest Continue Reading
Super easy homemade whipped cream recipe
I was at the store the other day, contemplating the cool whip I needed for the shortcake I wanted to make...looked at the ingredients and just couldn’t bring myself to buy that. So I trotted down to the dairy case and grabbed a little carton of organic heavy whipping cream instead. Homemade whipped cream is SO EASY to make, and tastes 10x better than the stuff in the plastic tub or spray can! Continue Reading
10 healthy ways to have fun in North Carolina on a budget
Looking for some free and low-cost ways your family can get a healthy dose of fun this summer while staying close to home? You’re in the perfect place – North Carolina! We are fortunate to have so many recreational opportunities and resources in our backyard. In this article I wrote for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, see a sampling of places across the state to give you ideas Continue Reading
A portion control trick to enjoy your favorite treats
It isn’t so much what we eat that gets us into trouble - it’s how much of it. As a weight loss success story, moderation rather than deprivation has been a major factor in enabling me to lose weight without giving up foods I enjoy. And I learned a few tricks along the way. See my new post on the Blue Cross NC blog! Read story Sponsored by Blue Cross NC Continue Reading
Easy stovetop grilled chicken PLUS seasoning blend recipe
Chicken can be tricky to cook on an outdoor grill. The good news is, you don't have to. You can get the same delicious grilled taste using a grill pan on your stove! This tender and delicious chicken recipe is one of my standards. As part of my weekly meal prep, often I'll make several pieces so I can have with salad all week long. It's a restaurant-quality meal in minutes! For this recipe Continue Reading