How can I motivate you to eat the foods your body really needs – the kind your body celebrates every time you eat them! In kindergarten most kids learn to count to 100. I want you to go back to kindergarten days and back to basics. I don’t need you to count to 100, but…
Fibre is critical to good health. It’s good for your heart and digestive system. It helps control your appetite, as well as your blood sugar. The Institute of Medicine says women should get at least 25 grams daily and men 38 grams. Most people get half as much as they need. Our ancestors got far…
I love this dessert. It also makes a great after school snack. It’s made with 100% whole grain oats and loaded with antioxidant-rich, powerhouse berries. It contains significantly less added sugar and fat than most traditional “crisp” recipes and the fat it contains is the heart-healthy kind. The combination of spices, lemon zest and maple…
Berries are a super food. Your body and your brain say “thank you” every time you eat them. Most often I enjoy my berries plain, just as they are. Once in awhile, however (like when company is coming), it’s nice to dress them up. This recipe is fast, simple and so fresh tasting. Serve the…
This is a wonderful, fresh salsa that goes beautifully with grilled fish or chicken. It also makes a great snack served with baked tortilla chips. It’s much lower in sodium than your typical, store-bought salsa and the strawberries work beautifully in combination with the tomatoes. I like using sweet cocktail tomatoes, because of their sweetness,…
My oldest daughter Chelsea says this recipe is so easy it doesn’t qualify as a recipe! I disagree. I think sometimes we need reminders of how just a few simple ingredients mixed together can make something wonderful. I love this as a quick mini-meal or snack and it’s great for breakfast too. Make it for…
Weekends are the perfect time for waffles, especially whole grain waffles that taste great. If you don’t own a waffle iron, perhaps now is a great time to get one. Waffles make life more fun! I always eat waffles with plenty of fresh berries on top. That way I get berries plus waffle in every…
Berries are a disease-fighting superstar. Making them a regular part of your eating plan is one of the wisest decisions you can make. These 100% whole grain muffins are loaded with antioxidant-rich, wild blueberries! They’re incredibly moist and tasty and the combination of lemon, blueberries and maple together is really wonderful! I hope you love…
