Did you know that quinoa is one of the most protein-rich foods we can eat? It is a complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids. It also contains almost twice as much fiber as most other grains. Ingredients: • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed • 1 1⁄2 cup water, or vegetable broth • 1 1⁄4 cup … Continued
This recipe is sure to become a family favorite! Ingredients: 12 ounces’ gluten free ziti pasta 1 small yellow onion, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 2 (15-oz.) cans tomato sauce 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 … Continued
For a lusciously creamy smoothie, this blended avocado drink was made famous by Kourtney Kardashian! It is full of healthy fats and potassium and tastes beyond delicious and has many health benefits. Avocados can also help lower blood pressure, banish bloat, quell hunger pangs and is one of the few foods that can aid rapid weight loss efforts. Makes 1 serving. Ingredients: • ½ … Continued
By Mia Ingui You know the feeling: When a craving calling is calling your name and you have to give in, although you are dreading packing on those extra calories. No need to fear! These snacking options that all are under 100 calories are the perfect way to satisfy your cravings now without breaking your diet. Whether … Continued
By Lauren Kolacki Children need to be both nurtured and disciplined. Many times, in a family, one parents tend to be the nurturer while the other lays down the law. This may work in correlation to your family structure but it is not always healthy. If you constantly must be the “bad cop” your children … Continued
What people say: “Maybe it’s a misdiagnosis – I’ve heard they are over diagnosing things these days.” Better to say: “He’s lucky to have an observant parent learning about his needs. Thanks for trusting me enough to share this – I am here for you.” What people say: “Are you getting enough time for … Continued
By Nicole Iuzzolino Spring is around the corner, which means the flowers will start to be blooming soon. It is about that time to whip out the gardening gloves and seeds to start planting. Gardening can be a bit of a process and a lot of work. But with a solid list of resolutions, you … Continued
By Lauren Kolacki Have a consistent bedtime routine. This can include going into their room, shutting the blinds and lights, rocking in the rocking chair, etc. Your baby will quickly come to love the consistency and predictability. **Try to avoid feeding before sleep, so the baby does not come to correlate the two. … Continued
How often have your heard your son or daughter complain about how much “stress” they have? Perhaps you’ve made suggestions about how to “manage” or “reduce” their stress. These kinds of conversations may include an unspoken assumption that stress is something negative that we should aim to eliminate; however, new research suggests that changing our beliefs about … Continued
By Pam Teel Do you have a family member you just can’t deal with and you just don’t know how to handle the things he/she says and does? Well, there is hope. Knowing how to approach a difficult family member, what to say and what to do, can help you finally stop dreading every interaction … Continued