Summer Harvest Chowder
Taking the bounty of summer – fresh corn, bell peppers, zucchini and tomatoes, I’ve created this delicious vegetarian Summer Harvest Chowder that is hearty, yet low in fat.
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Pickle Jar Potato Salad
I recently had some spicy bread & butter pickles that were OUT OF THIS WORLD. When all of the pickles were gone, I strugged with throwing the jar away. I actually left it in my refrigerator for a few days so I could think of…
Baked Crab Cakes
One of the things I miss most about traveling during the summer, is rolling into little seaside cafes and ordering fresh crab cakes. Paired with a sweet and spicy pepper jelly or lemony tartar sauce, they are one of my most favorite appetizers. They are also one of the most expensive! I’ve paid skyhigh prices for tiny little cakes where although delicious, I felt like the dining experience was over before I could really enjoy them. Note to self: don’t inhale tasty food. Restaurants will also often add a lot of filler, so you don’t get much crab bang for your buck. Here’s an easy crab cake recipe you can make at home and for about the price of ONE restaurant appetizer – and you will have enough to feed 6 people! (more…)
Teen motorcycle safety tips for worried moms
As a parent, you’re always putting your child’s safety first. Whether that’s making sure they’re wearing a helmet on their bicycle or holding their hand as you cross the street, keeping our little ones safe is all part of being a good, responsible parent.
Difference Between Hemp Plants & Hemp Flowers
CBD has become one of the most renowned pain-relief methods of the last couple of years. It has gained so much fame that it even managed to obtain its own national day in the United States.
Yellow Split Pea & Lacinato Kale Soup
This is a great way to use up extra lacinato kale! My family doesn’t exactly LOVE kale, but I do try to incorporate it into recipes because it is a healthy, leafy green chock full of vitamins and minerals. This yellow split pea soup recipe is a great way to make lacinato tender and soft, and the fresh lemon juice really brightens the flavors. (more…)
Creative Hot Toys & Games for Summer 2020
Staying close to home is a safe bet right now, but chilling in place can be a summer bummer for many kids and teens. Get your kids off their phones and Netflix, and make sure to follow my social media leading up to the July…
Senior Health: Keeping Your Brain Young
Are you caring for a senior parent? Whether you are directly caring for a parent, or supporting from afar during these crazy pandemic times, here’s a list of things our parents (and everyone of all ages) should do on a regular basis for optimal brain…
Easy Tofu Spinach Scramble
Are you looking to switch to a more plant-based diet? Check out this scrambled eggs substitute recipe using tofu. The key for making a tofu scramble is to season it more than you need to! Tofu doesn’t have much of a taste, but it takes on the flavors you add very well. This nutrient rich breakfast is a great way to start your morning as 1/2 cup of tofu has 10grams of protein and spinach is rich in iron, calcium and magnesium. (more…)
Injury Prevention – Guide for Exercise
If you’ve started up a new exercise routine, it’s imporant to take steps to prevent injury. Check our this helpful infographic on what you can do to avoid injuries that can short-circuit your fitness goals.
How To Prevent Hearing Loss in Your Children
Parents – listen up! (See what I did there?) Hearing loss is NOT reversible, so it’s important to protect your child’s heaing now – otherwise they will suffer hearing loss for the rest of their lives. Check our this helpful infographic as to what you…
GenoPalate: Customized Gene Report Tells Us What we SHOULD Eat!
As a super nerd, I’m into genetics testing and all of the secrets that my own DNA have to unlock. From geneology, to cancer risk, I’ve been doing about every test possible. So I was VERY EXCITED to learn that there was a Nutritional DNA test through Genopalate using my DNA to get a comprehensive list of the exact foods that match best with my genetics! (more…)
