March is National Nutrition Month, a perfect opportunity to embrace the USDA’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans. They point out that the most nutritious diet on earth is the Mediterranean approach, and this emphasizes eating behavior rather than merely counting nutrients. This pattern of eating is characterized by its rich...

Each year, many of us follow the holidays with a Dry January, but once we get to February what’s next? This month, we challenge you to make it a “Fit n Fab February” and move for at least 30 minutes every day. Whether you’re dancing in your living room,...

This recipe was submitted for our recipe contest! We are looking forward to giving it a try, as we hope you are too! Thanks Candance B.!! It sounds delicious! You’ll Need 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3 Leeks, white and tender green parts (split lengthwise and thinly sliced...

In the long slog of winter, seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can silently take hold. This clinical condition results from the lack of sunlight that can occur through the winter months. It turns out that our brains need sunlight, and removing it can contribute to the neurohormones that lead to...

This is a recipe that can be prepared in a short amount of time. You can always use the beginning as a base and build on it in order to create a quick meal. To absorb the iron out of the beans you must consume them with a food...

This recipe was submitted for our recipe contest! We are looking forward to giving it a try, as we hope you are too! Thanks Alivia!! It sounds delicious! You’ll Need 1 pound Navy beans, dried, or other white bean of choice 10 cups water 1/2 cup olive oil 1...

You won’t miss deep fried wings after giving these ones a try… You’ll Need 1 1/2 pounds chicken wings (party wings) Salt Pepper Garlic powder 8 Tablespoons Franks Hot Sauce (or hot sauce of choice) 5 Tablespoons butter Olive oil or grapeseed oil (approximately 1 to 1 ½ Tablespoons)...

This recipe was submitted for our recipe contest! We are looking forward to giving it a try, as we hope you are too! Thanks Lexi M!! It sounds delicious! You’ll Need 1 ¼ cups water or chicken broth 2 Tablespoons butter 1 cup couscous Salt to taste Freshly ground...

Stretching is honestly one of the most important exercises we can do for our long-term health. And, when we think about stretching, it’s not nearly as sexy as the latest workout fad.   But here’s what we all agree on: Stretching is beneficial for so many aspects of your...

This dish provides some great color and is a nutritious and delicious side. You’ll Need ½ pound raw beets, trimmed 3 heads of Belgian Endives, medium 1 red onion 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar salt and pepper 3 Tablespoons olive oil 4 Tablespoons finely chopped...

Looking for a quick weeknight meal? This one is easy to make and can have many variations. Ingredients Cooked brown rice Avocado Green onion, chopped Sesame Seeds Soybeans, shelled Shredded carrot Soy sauce Directions Place cooked rice in a bowl. Top with toppings of choice. Give a tiny drizzle...

Give this soup a try; we have a heavy hunch that if you do, it’ll become a go to recipe for you. Ingredients 1 cup lentils 8 cups water 1 large potato, diced ½ bunch Swiss chard, kale, or endive coarsely chopped 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped Salt and...