Dark Chocolate and Cran-Raspberry Smoothie
Dark Chocolate and Cran-Raspberry Smoothie Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack Total Time 5 minutes Servings 3 (4 oz.) smoothies Ingredients 3 frozen bananas cut into chunks ½ cup frozen raspberries 1 oz dark chocolate roughly chopped ¾ cup cran-raspberry juice Instructions Place all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth. Garnish with chocolate shavings.
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Vitamin D for Good Bone Health
Vitamin D is necessary for strong bones and muscles. Without Vitamin D, our bodies cannot effectively absorb calcium, which is essential to good bone health.Children who lack Vitamin D develop a condition called rickets, which causes bone weakness, bowed legs, and […]
Read MoreHEALTHY TACO SALAD IN A MASON JAR
Take this Healthy Taco Salad recipe to work or school in a super convenient mason jar! Prep-ahead and have this easy mason jar salad recipe ready to grab-and-go. This taco salad recipe is made in partnership with Whole Foods Market 365. All […]
Read More8 Exercises to Stay in Shape While You Travel
4 Upper Body Exercises These upper body exercises strengthen the muscles in the arms but also work the core, shoulders, and back muscles. Do 10 reps of each exercise, repeat for 3 sets. To better challenge yourself during the first […]
Read MoreElliptical vs. Treadmill: Which Cardio Machine Is Better?
Elliptical pros Easy on your joints The elliptical is a low-impact machine. If it’s hard for you to tolerate the jarring motion of walking or running, an elliptical may be a good option. Low-impact exercise typically puts less stress on […]
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30 High Protein Snacks That Are Healthy and Portable
1. Jerky Jerky is meat that has been trimmed of fat, cut into strips, and dried. It makes an excellent and convenient snack. It’s very high in protein, containing an impressive 9 grams per ounce (28 grams) (5). Beef, chicken, turkey, […]
Read MorePumpkin Protein Muffins
These warm, sweet, and tender pumpkin protein muffins disappear fast when we make them at home. As moms and registered dietitians, nothing makes us happier than having one of our real-food recipes win over every member of the family. These nutritious protein […]
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Sleep Deprivation and Memory Loss
It is no secret that a good night’s sleep makes you feel better. Not only does sleep give your body time to rest and recharge, it may also be crucial to your brain‘s ability to learn and remember.During sleep, while your body rests, your brain is […]
Read MoreHealthy Burrito Bowl
Ingredients ▢2 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts ▢1 Cup Cooked Brown Rice ▢1 Tbsp Lime Juice ▢1 Small Avocado sliced ▢2 Cups Mixed Greens ▢½ Cup Black Beans ▢½ Cup Canned corn, drained or grilled ▢⅓ Cup Cherry Tomatoes cut into quarters ▢2 Tbsp Greek yogurt ▢½ Red onion diced ▢1 Jalapeno Pepper sliced ▢Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste ▢A small […]
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