Some of you may already be taking a magnesium supplement or see that there is some included in your multi-vitamin, but do you know just how necessary magnesium is for our bodies?? It is UH. MAY. ZING!! Magnesium is one of the top 4 most abundant minerals in the body and each cell in the human body …
Fun Protein Bar Recipe!
When it comes to cravings, I know (at least for me) it’s hard to resist temptation- but that’s what makes homemade recipes so much fun! When I’m on the go and need a quick snack, I try to focus on higher healthy fats and protein for satiety. These raw AB&J protein bars are perfect for that and …
4 Healthy Foods that Won’t Break the Bank
Ever feel like it's nearly impossible to eat healthy without going into debt or having to sell your left arm? Same...Being a graduate student, I have to be careful about what I spend my money on. However, I've picked up a few tips and tricks over the past few years that help get me through! Next …
Buyer Beware! Don’t Fall For These Health Gimmicks!
With so many health trends and nutrition beliefs swarming around out there, it can be hard to decipher fact from fiction. The plethora of information can be confusing and overwhelming for people who are just starting their wellness journey. What, and who, should you believe? To clear up some …
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Something We Can All Get Behind: Chocolate Lover’s Month
I've never met someone who can say no to chocolate. You can literally find it in any store or shop, and there are endless options. We all have our go-to favorite kind. Luckily for us, chocolate lover's month is a time where we can all give in to our indulgences and not feel bad about eating a little …
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Not Taco Tuesday, But Taco Friday!
Happy national taco day everyone! Tacos are one of my favorite foods because I can make them exactly how I like. I've never met someone who doesn't like tacos, and I don't want to. Anyway, even though tacos aren't the first thing that pops into your head when you think about healthy food, they can …
Just Like Mama Makes
One of my favorite memories of my childhood is the smell of my mom's homemade pasta sauce. Using my great-great grandmother's recipe, and a few tweaks of her own, she'd spend the whole morning chopping, sautéing, and perfecting the most delicious marinara sauce you'll ever taste. Then, she'd let it …
Make the Healthy Swtich
If you’re like me, there are certain foods you just refuse to give up. Do you really think I could go a day without peanut butter? Come on. But seriously, I am all for eating the foods you like. Life is too short to cut things out of your diet, however, making that certain food a little bit …