Healthy Picnic Recipes in a Jar

Note: This is a guest post. I did not receive any compensation from the author's company in exchange for publishing this article.  It’s finally spring again! This beautiful season’s warmer temperatures and longer daylight bring bright thoughts of spending time outdoors — and what better way than with a picnic? It’s hard to think of … Continue reading Healthy Picnic Recipes in a Jar

Mocha Protein Shake

This is the perfect drink to have before or after a challenging workout. It's packed with protein, some carbs, other good-for-you-stuff (details below), and it tastes like an iced mocha coffee! Post-workout, get this into your system within 30-60 minutes after exercise to feed those hungry muscles. Sipping this shake before your workout helps fight … Continue reading Mocha Protein Shake

6 Easy Ways to Naturally Increase Your Energy Level

Before you reach for another coffee or energy drink to keep you going, try one of these all-natural energy tips.  They may not give you wings, but you'll get enough of a lift to happily get on with your day.  And you won't get the jitters or miss any shuteye later from overdoing it on … Continue reading 6 Easy Ways to Naturally Increase Your Energy Level

Tangy Watermelon Salad with Feta and Mint

One of my favorite foods to eat during the summer is watermelon.  It's refreshing, hydrating, nutritious, and oh-so delicious!  This savory-sweet recipe is another way to enjoy nature's treat that beats summer heat. Recipe for Tangy Watermelon Salad 3 pounds cubed watermelon (6-7 heaping cups) 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar Herbs de Provence, to taste … Continue reading Tangy Watermelon Salad with Feta and Mint

Achieving Health and Wellness Resolutions, Step 1: Choose Better Food

Food is the foundation of health, and can either support wellness or take away from it.  Choosing better food is the first step in achieving your health and wellness resolutions.  Why?  Because eating quality food affects how your body and mind operates, and in the long run, your health becomes an accumulation of your food … Continue reading Achieving Health and Wellness Resolutions, Step 1: Choose Better Food