Matcha is one of the healthiest green teas in the world, and including it in your diet can provide powerful health benefits. It contains polyphenols which have an antimicrobial and antifungal effect to help fight infections, as well as theanine, which can improve memory capacity, boost your immune system and enhance your concentration. It can […]
The big game is almost here, and whether you’re hosting a party or bringing a dish to pass to a friend’s place, it can be tough to make healthy choices. We enlisted the Nutrition Twins, nationally recognized registered dietitian nutritionists and personal trainers, to share some touchdown-worthy snacks that are sure to score. Ridiculously Easy […]
Getting your kids involved in the process of prepping food is a great way to introduce them to the basics of cooking, nutrition, and good eating habits. It can even help some kids overcome picky tendencies when it comes to foods being served to them. When my oldest daughter started developing the “I don’t like […]
INGREDIENTS For the dough: · 3 Tbsp apple juice · 1/2 cup dried cranberries · 3/4 cup butter · 2 eggs (M) · 3/4 cup yogurt · 1/2 cup sugar · 1 packet of vanilla sugar · 1 cup flour · 2 tsp baking powder · 2 small apples · 2 Tbsp walnuts · 1 […]
Flavor, Fiber + Protein = Soup!
What if you could work more fruits or veggies into your diet while sipping smooth, creamy smoothies for breakfast, lunch, snacks or desserts? Look no further than these recipes, courtesy of PureGreen.com. Autumn Apple Cobbler (Pictured) This creamy beverage will call to mind apple orchards’ bounty turned into a warm apple cobbler. Put into blender […]
If you’re looking for fast healthy recipes in the morning that will get you out the door in no time, look no further! Having smoothies for breakfast is a great way to get your dose of vitamins and minerals in for the morning. Ingredients 8-10 oz. soymilk or low-fat milk Medium banana 1 Tbsp. all-natural […]
Make breakfast a no-brainer in the morning by prepping this dish the night before! Here’s our favorite one-serving recipe. Ingredients ½ cup Old-fashioned rolled oats 1/3 cup almond milk Chia seeds Peanut butter Cinnamon or cocoa powder Directions Stir together all of the ingredients (except the peanut butter) in a mason jar then refrigerate overnight. […]
Searching for healthy snacks for runners that don’t need refrigeration? Create your own homemade trail mix at home! Mix and match these ingredients, portion out, then munch while you’re on the go! Ingredients Raw nuts, like almonds, peanuts Seeds, like sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds Whole grain cereals, like Cheerios or Chex, bran flakes, granola, […]
This snack is perfect for runners to nosh after a workout. Ingredients 1 medium apple, sliced (your preference on type) 1.5 Tbsp. all-natural nut butter, like peanut butter or almond butter (we like Crazy Richard’s brands) Directions It doesn’t get any easier than this! Portion out your nut butter and dunk apple slices in. Lick your […]
