Quick info and tips on why food fuels your body, mind and health!

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Cooking at home is a great way to really understand what is going into your body, create a balanced fueling plan for yourself, and have fun with food! If you are looking for more tips on how to make cooking at home easier, or some alternative approaches – read below! Cooking at home more often is budget friendly and the next step in creating a healthier fueling plan to meet your needs.

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Spring is in the air and for me the warm weather brings about thoughts of playing outside, fresh fruits and vegetables, and light-tasty options to keep me well-fueled and healthy! This salad is simple, tasteful and full of great ingredients! Enjoy the combination of flavors, while benefiting from nutrient rich pineapples and beets! Beets are rich in the heart healthy phytochemical betaine, as well as folates, Vit C, Vit A and potassium! Pineapples boast the digestive enzyme bromelain and is rich in Vit C. Food tastes better when it looks good – this salad offers beautiful, rich colors!

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What happens to the excess food?

Are you ever curious as to how your body actually digests, absorbs, and excretes the food you put into it? Really, it is quite fascinating! Let’s take a look at a bite of pepperoni pizza to see what happens to its sugar, fat and protein once ingested. Open wide!

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I enjoyed a delicious salad today that included leafy greens, grapefruit, avocado and chicken. It was light and refreshing! With the days getting warmer and more fresh fruits and vegetables available locally, I wanted to share two different recipes that combine healthy ingredients and taste! When can you add this to your fueling plan? Enjoy!

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One of the many great things about my Mom is that she can pull together any ingredient available in your kitchen and make it taste great. This pasta salad was one of those creations that was both delicious and quick. Enjoy!

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Every once in awhile it’s good to review what we are eating and why! Below are some friendly reminders and examples (but not limited to) of good choices for the different nutrients discussed. Food is your fuel…treat your mind and body well!

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I think with St. Patrick’s day just around the corner it has got greens stuck in my head! Typically the weekend involves people of all ages dressing up in green, sharing green foods and many adults using it as a reason to tip back a few extra green beverages! Let’s take a look at why greens are so important in your fueling plan and a healthy green recipe you can share this St. Patty’s day!

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One of the great things about food is that it can be shared! In many cultures and among many families – meals, recipes and nourishment are traditions that are passed through from one generation to the next. When cooking a family recipe, I am often brought back to fond memories of childhood and family dinners. Below is one my Dad’s favorite recipes. It’s chock full of good nutrients, is quick to make and delicious! Enjoy a boost in your antioxidants and fiber

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What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear about fiber? Is it the somewhat boring taste you think of? The cholesterol lowering effects? It’s ability to keep you regular? Sure, all together fiber may not be that exciting of a food, but the health benefits it offers should highlight it’s focus and could be touted as hero to keeping you well.

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