What’s the best part about the holiday season? The presents? The decorations? Let’s be honest – it’s the food. There is no need to miss out, or deprive yourself from your favorite treats. Keep yourself energized this season… without the sugar rush.
10 Quick and Healthy Thanksgiving Dishes
The holidays are truly upon us. The first (and most challenging perhaps?) of which is Thanksgiving. So in the spirit of weight and health maintenance, we wanted to share a few meal ideas to inspire you.
November Shake of the Month – Eggnog Shake
With the flavors of the season in full swing, nothing says the Holidays more than Egg Nog. Our high-protein eggnog shake is perfect for a quick morning breakfast or an afternoon snack to keep you satiated and energized for hours.
RECIPE: Apple Pie Shake
There is the ever so slight chill in the air at dusk, kids are back to (virtual) school, signs of summer are coming to an end. I can’t think of a more appropriate symbol for autumn’s start in Washington State than the all mighty apple. For our September shake of the month, we are featuring […]
3 Easy Habits to Start to be a Healthier Eater
Trying to eat healthier can be a daunting task. But by adapting our habits in small ways, we can make big changes.
RECIPE: Piña Colada Shake
Get tropical with our August Shake of the Month – Piña Colada! This refreshing shake is easy to make at home and is perfect for warmer summer days.
5 Food Tips for Road Trips
With many of us still waiting to see how states will open up this summer, road trips look to be a safer travel option for people who still want to get out and adventure. This summer, AAA is predicting Americans will take 700 million trips from July through September. Often road trips can lead to […]
How to Create a Healthy Cheese Board
Saturday is National Cheese & Wine Day and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by compiling a healthy (ish!) snack and beverage compilation fit for health-minded individuals. Step 1: Cheese! Start with the flavorful cheeses. Goat and mozzarella cheeses tend to naturally be lower in fat so they are great choices […]
What Constitutes a Healthy Snack?
If you are on your way to creating a more balanced meal plan, you are likely thinking about ways to tackle your physical hunger. Often our meals are 5 or more hours apart, which is likely leaving you feeling hungry between. A well-balanced snack strategically placed in the mid-morning, afternoon or evening can do wonders […]
The MIND Diet for Cognitive Health
Finding it hard to focus on simple task these days? If you said yes then you are not alone. There is research showing the influence of dietary changes to improve cognitive health, whether this is related to reducing risk for Alzheimer’s, dementia, mood disorders or combating the normal cognitive decline as we age. The two […]