Who doesn’t love a baked good every once in a while? There’s some great ways to upgrade your baking game and make your goods a little healthier. Here are some tips to make your brownies, cupcakes, and cookies just a little bit better for your family! Whole Wheat Flour- for the most part, you can […]
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For the first time, Healthy Kids Running Series will be the beneficiary of a Virtual 5k presented by US Road Running. What does this mean you ask? Here’s the long and short of it all. A virtual run is a ‘race’ that you can do anywhere and any way that you want during a set […]
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Snacks are one of life’s true joys, but there are easy ways to totally blow your family’s healthy eating habits by choosing the wrong kinds. Sometimes even things that may seem the healthiest, might have hidden fat, excess calories, and sugar. Here are a few rules to follow to make sure that you are still […]
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As the weather gets warmer, it seems like we somehow amass reusable water bottles like it’s going out of style. There’s potential that they just multiply overnight in the cupboard. That being said, it’s super important, especially during the warm summer months to clean the bottles since they are constantly being used, warmed, and cooled. […]
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Not all of us are lucky enough to live to live in the suburbs with quiet streets and a gigantic back yard, however, there are places to exercise everywhere! City streets are perfect for running, walking, and biking, IF you know the rules. When crossing an intersection it is your job to be conscious of […]
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Not all fats in our diets are created equal. The fat that comes from highly processed foods like cheese curls is significantly different from the fat that comes from sources like nuts, plants, and fruits. One of the best sources of ‘good fat’ is avocado! Studies show that this fruit removes hypertension and slows down […]
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Are your kids excited for another season of Healthy Kids Running Series, but a little apprehensive about moving up in distance? Give them a great base to work from by getting started this winter. Here’s some advice for making it a family affair! Write a plan along with them. Running longer distances is not something […]
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Valentines day means hearts, cards, and of course chocolate! This year you can skip the big red heart box, and make your own healthy chocolate treats! Ingredients: sliced of frozen banana Nut butter of your choice 2 cups dark chocolate chips 1 teaspoon coconut oil To assemble: Freeze banana slices on a cookie sheet covered […]
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Everyone hates Mondays. Back to school, back to work, ugh. Especially cold, dark Mondays. One little way to make your Monday morning a little better is with a warm, healthy breakfast. A super easy breakfast that you can whip up in a few minutes is an omelet in a cup! This recipe can be made […]
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Every family I know tends to struggle with mealtime. Weather it’s finding time to actually sit down together, or menu planning, it can be a real issue. One of our new year’s resolutions has been to do a better job of meal planning and execution so we aren’t relying on pulling something from the freezer […]
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