Category: health

My son and I have made this recipe a few times now and it is super simple and satisfying for that sweet craving. We used dairy free chocolate chips and Earth Balance vegan butter to keep this recipe gluten and dairy free. This is a simple and delicious quick bread. Enjoy! Ingredients:2 cups rolled oats (we used Bob’s Red Mill […]

The cold and flu season is here once again. How will you strengthen your immune system? I would suggest some simple steps to stay healthy this holiday and flu season. Make sure to avoid sugar and processed foods as much as possible. Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Get adequate sleep daily and manage stress throughout this busy last […]

I enjoy celery as a low calorie and refreshing snack. I like to use celery in my salad and soup recipes. I always buy organic celery because celery is on the dirty dozen list. The Food Revolution Network has really helped me to know even more of the many benefits of celery. Try juicing some celery soon!https://gohealthyliving.org/?s=dirty+dozen SUMMARY I always […]

I’m a big fan of avocados. They are a nutrient dense food. Dole just published a study that has more encouraging news about this healthy fruit. It seems that avocados also help with hunger. If you seem to get hungry between meals, try adding more avocado to your salads, or use them in place of mayo on your sandwich. I […]

I absolutely love corn. I love corn on the cob. I enjoy corn in tex mex food, and with a good move in the form of popcorn. Unfortunately, corn is a highly modified crop these days filled with chemicals that are terrible for our health. If you are like me and enjoy corn, please make sure you see the butterfly […]

I have been incorporating chia seeds into my diet for years. Chia seeds are such an inexpensive way to get rich omega 3 nutrients into your diet. A bag of chia seeds will last in the fridge for a very long time. I add them to my morning smoothie, my oatmeal and my yogurt. I would encourage you to read […]

When it is possible, I try to eat foods that grow locally and that are in season. It is such an exciting time to be living and cooking. We can get so many exotic fruits and vegetables all year long. We are able to eat such a varied diet without leaving our own towns! If you are wondering about the […]

August 3 is national watermelon day. I think August is the perfect time to celebrate watermelon. This is one of the last months to enjoy this fresh fruit at its peak time. Watermelon is so affordable in the summer months and so easy to bring to an event or cookout. Take advantage of this delicious fruit that makes a healthy […]

I absolutely love lemons. I juice them in my morning smoothie with greens to balance the smoothie. I love to use them in fish and chicken dishes. Lemons are so refreshing. I’ve included one of my homemade lemonade recipes below along with a great article from Sayer Ji on the wonderful benefits of lemons. Lemon-Limeade Liver Detox 2 peeled lemons […]

Dragon fruit is really beautiful to look at. It makes a dramatic accent to a party table. I like to buy frozen dragon fruit at Costco to use in my morning smoothies. Ocean Robbins from the Food Revolution Network breaks down all the amazing benefits of dragon fruit in the article below. What is Dragon Fruit? 9 Reasons to Eat […]