HF – All About Cholesterol
Healthy Foods – All About Cholesterol Now don’t be scared, this topic can be intimidating but it’s important to understand it so you can do what’s best for you and your family. Understanding the basics of cholesterol can help you make choices that can not only help you and your loved ones live longer but […]
DD – It’s all Greek to me!
Dinner Diva It’s all Greek to Me By Leanne Ely CNC I’ve been touting the healthy benefits of eating yogurt for over 10 years now. It works well for people who are lactose intolerant and it’s a great added source of calcium. Plus, it makes a great substitute for things like sour cream and mayo. […]
HF – Sugar Addiction
Simple Steps to Breaking a Sugar Addiction By Leanne Ely, C.N.C. Oh how sweet it is! Or so you may think but what if you’re addicted to the sweet stuff? You’re not alone. Many people are addicted to sugar in some form or another, and it can be one of the hardest habits to break. […]
DD – Flavored Vinegars
Dinner Diva Flavored Vinegars Adding pizzazz to your recipes is as easy as tossing in a few splashes of a fun flavored vinegar. Sure you can buy these at the grocery store but it is fun and easy to make your own (not to mention a lot cheaper). Let the kids join you and let […]
FFT – After School Snack Ideas
Food For Thought After School Snack Ideas They walk in the door and before you can even say “Hi, how was your day?” they’re saying “I’m hungry!”. It’s easy to grab a bag of chips, a cookie, or a can of pop but you want to offer them something different. You’re looking for quick and […]
Snack Series
Snack Series May 19, 2006 Healthy Foods Newsletter by Leanne Ely, C.N.C It’s nearly that time of year. School will be out shortly and they’re coming home. They’re already whining and (surprise!), they’re constantly hungry. So what’s a mom to do? Feed ‘em! Kids need snacks, but not constant grazing. You need to make sure […]
HF – Kicking the Soda Habit
Kicking the Soda Habit By Leanne Ely, C.N.C. Let’s start off by talking about some of the benefits to drinking soda… (can you hear the crickets chirping in the background?) The silence is profound. I honestly cannot think of one benefit to your health that drinking a soda gives you. Now let’s talk about the […]
Fast Food is NOT Food
Everyone knows that fast food isn’t the healthiest option out there. However, with increasingly hurried lifestyles, it’s easy to give in to the temptation to head to your local drive-through and pick up a quick meal. Complicating matters even further, brightly painted playgrounds and characters with friendly faces lure your children to fast food restaurants. […]
HF – Making Dinner Even Easier
Healthy Foods Making Dinner Even Easier by Leanne Ely, C.N.C. Being in the middle of lacrosse season, I have had the opportunity to think and rethink my usual kitchen routines. Sometimes the mother of invention is necessity! I’ve come across some timesavers that have been big helps for me and I think will help you […]