There are many effective ways to support a healthy heart through simple dietary and lifestyle choices. Listen to this encore podcast presentation and learn about the link between inflammation and plant-based nutrition from one of the doctors who former President Bill Clinton credits with regaining his health. Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr. is an internationally [...]
Posts tagged ‘Healthy’
Eat Smart for a Healthy Heart
Posted February 4th, 2012 by Admin. Comment (0).
Healthy Game Plan!
Posted January 19th, 2012 by Admin. Comment (0).
Getting ready to cheer on your pick in the Big Game? Keep your spread lean and green with some of my favorite easy eats from our Health Starts Here® recipes. All Health Starts Here recipes are made without any extracted oils or refined sugar, and they’ll help you focus on getting plenty of nutrient-dense, unprocessed [...]
Mighty Bowls: Healthy, Budget-Friendly Meals
Posted January 12th, 2012 by Admin. Comment (0).
After the holidays, everyone seems to be watching their wallets and waistlines. In the kitchen, this means searching for ways to cut meal costs without sacrificing taste and nutrition. Mighty Bowls of Goodness to the rescue! These tasty combination ideas from our Health Starts Here team are filled with nutritious foods and cost less than [...]
Mighty Bowls: Healthy Breakfast for $2 or Less
Posted January 3rd, 2012 by Admin. Comment (0).
In my household, breakfast is a prerequisite for a good start to the day. In order to streamline the process of getting breakfast on the table, we adopted a weekly breakfast schedule. Oatmeal. Eggs and toast. Bagels. Yogurt and toast. Cereal. Repeat. It’s not that these dishes are particularly exciting – they’re not, are they? [...]
Healthy Holidays
Posted December 17th, 2011 by Admin. Comment (0).
Rich luscious eggnogs. Candy and baked goods galore. Savory roasts and creamy cheeses. When it comes to holiday foods, healthy eating isn’t usually the first thing that comes to mind. Although it may seem like a contradiction in terms, there are a lot of things you can do to keep you and your family healthy, [...]
Traveling with Healthy Foods
Posted November 12th, 2011 by Admin. Comment (0).
Are you traveling this holiday season? It’s a darn shame, but most airports, train stations and roadside stops offer little more than standard American junk food fare. The good news is you can bring your own food and it doesn’t have to be complicated! Try some of our favorite tips and share your own in [...]
Healthy Halloween?
Posted October 13th, 2011 by Admin. Comment (0).
This time of year nothing is more frightening to the health conscious parent than sacks full of brightly colored candy in irresistible crinkly wrappers. Letting your child enjoy a treasured and fun tradition while staying committed to keeping them healthy can be a difficult juggle. For families with food allergies or other health issues, finding [...]
Growing a Healthy Generation
Posted October 12th, 2011 by Admin. Comment (0).
I recently had the good fortune to meet a man named Mud. It was during a trip to Southern California to speak at the Santa Monica Good Food Festival about the importance of quality school food. Mud has a mantra that I am blatantly adopting: Kids who grow good food, eat good food. Kids who [...]
Healthy Breakfasts for Busy Days
Posted September 11th, 2011 by Admin. Comment (0).
In my house, back to school means saying goodbye to summer lounging and hello to a steady routine and schedule. These busy days also mean that the lazing and grazing of summer is behind us, and nourishing meals are a must to keep us all going. That’s why it is so important for every one [...]
Healthy Family Dinner Planner
Posted August 22nd, 2011 by Admin. Comment (0).
Make The Whole Deal value guide your starting line for healthy family meals! Just like with sports, practice is one secret to success in preparing and enjoying healthy meals on a budget. This easy-to-follow planner, with a week’s worth of easy Health Starts Here® recipes and meal ideas, will earn cheers while saving you a pretty [...]