There’s a lot of buzz around fiber and you may be wondering what the big deal is. Roughly 95% of the population is not meeting the daily recommended amount of fiber. Fiber is a crucial part of a balanced diet for improving and maintaining health, and a necessary nutrient for children and adults alike. So, why aren’t we as a society getting enough? For starters, the Standard American Diet (SAD) lacks fiber, and is high in ultra-processed foods, added sugars, and refined carboh

Many parents worry that their toddler is not eating enough and mealtimes have become a newfound battle. Toddler eating can be very inconsistent- and that is perfectly normal. Their fluctuating appetites and growing independence leads to unfamiliar eating patterns that leave you worried your child is not eating enough. So, how can you know if your toddler is eating enough? Keep in mind toddler serving sizes When your child only eats a small portion of their food, it is easy to

Let’s talk about poop. Specifically, why so many kids struggle with constipation — and what parents can actually do to help. If your child hasn’t pooped in days, cries on the toilet, hides behind the couch to clench their cheeks, or produces a stool so large it deserves its own name… welcome. You’re in very good company. Constipation in children is incredibly common and can cause low appetite in children, bladder problems, tummy pain and make potty training for toddlers muc

Picky eating is a common problem that many parents face. It can be frustrating to try to get your child to eat a healthy, balanced diet, or simply JUST eat something! Sometimes it is in our control as parents, and sometimes it simply is not. It is important to recognize that just because you are doing all the right strategies, does not mean your child is going to magically want broccoli the next day — it might not even mean that they eat broccoli in the next 3 months. Howeve

Yield: 4 bagels Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Rich in fiber, vitamins & minerals, and 4 ingredients? Say less. These...

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Ahhh…tofu, tofu, tofu. We either love it, or love to hate it. Let’s start with the fact that tofu is soy beans. While there is a lot of...

If there is anything about commuting into an office for 40 hours a week has taught me, it's that convenience is king—especially when it...

My goal with this page is to provide recipes that are 1) healthy 2) approachable 3) fun. This one is a fun one…because food should be...

Let’s face it, most of us are really freakin' busy. Oftentimes, this means food gets pushed to the back burner— or even eliminated...

Prep Time: 45 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 1 hour + 15 minutes Yield: 9-12 servings A lot of people ask me if I am vegan...

Yield: About 20 meatballs Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes "Zee meatballz!" (insert Pauly D voice). But...

My number 1 tip when someone asks, "how do I eat healthier?" or "how do I lose weight?" is this: start by cooking your own food! This way...

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour She’s an absolute gem and my go-to when drowning in over-ripe bananas. Great for both a quick...

High in protein and packed with veggies, this creamy chowder is the best one-pot meal for both dinner and the week ahead. Pescatarian...

Every food and drink (besides water and alcohol) is made up of at least one of the three nutrients that we call macronutrients (commonly...