In my last post, I touched on the debate surrounding juicing vs. smoothies (which basically goes something like this- Juice 0, Smoothies 1). And while I had discovered a juice/smoothie product that sort of appeases both camps, I know many of you are still more inclined to head to your local grocery … Read more
Pumpkin Mousse Parfaits Pumpkin pie is a major offender when it comes to the Big 8 food allergens. Eggs and dairy in the filling, gluten and dairy in the crust- it’s an allergenic hot mess. This deconstructed version isn’t just allergy- friendly, it’s also lower in sugar, saturated fat, and calories (not … Read more
Theme park vacations can really frustrate our plans when it comes to providing healthy meal options for ourselves and our families. If you’re headed to Disneyland in California or Disney’s California Adventure, there are tons of healthy options if you know where to look. Here’s your guide to staying healthy at the … Read more
I love grilling in the summer, though here in the desert in looks a little different. I fire up the barbie, throw on my grub, and dash back inside while I wait for flipping time. Hey, you gotta do what you gotta do. Barbecuing doesn’t just keep my house cool, it really … Read more
There’s a new health foods store in town and they are hosting some wonderful events to celebrate their opening! Natural Grocers is opening it’s first metro Phoenix location on Tuesday, August 1th and will be hosting events all month long to help you get the kiddos (or yourself!) back to school in … Read more
Hearts were breaking all over the internet after my crackdown on Veggie Straws a couple weeks ago (sorry, not sorry). Since then, I’ve decided I should probably do you all a solid and provide an alternative option that’s just as snack-alicious but far more nutritious. And that you can actually get at … Read more
I adore that it’s finally fall- my absolute favorite time of year. Here in the desert, it means a return to dinners outside- and the hustle and bustle of kids activities, holiday preparations, and my annual fall “purge” (to make room for the impending avalanche of Christmas toys). little stressful- am I … Read more
In today’s post I answer the question- “Is protein pasta a good choice?” When you look at grocery store shelves, protein is sort of the “it” nutrient among food producers right now. Protein powders. Protein bars. Protein breads. Protein Cheerios. And now protein pasta. Barilla Protein Plus Farfalle I’ve been asked a … Read more
Summertime for our family is full of day trips to fun (air-conditioned) locales and lazy afternoons by the pool. After long summer days, the last thing I want to do is crank out a meal over a hot stove. This summery balsamic glazed pasta is a recipe that involves very little effort … Read more
If you have seen my previous post about healthy eating options at Disneyland, I’ll warn you- this review for Legoland is far less… glowing. Despite the abundance of nutritious options at other theme parks (and in California in general), Legoland is full of your typical carnival type foods. However, during our day … Read more