How do you get your kids to eat the recommended five to seven servings of fruits and vegetables a day when most of the adults you know don't even get that much? SAD-ly, the Standard American Diet is rife with processed, sugar-laden food, and our health and mental state is suffering as a result. To battle this unfortunate situation we Americans are facing (and now it's spreading), I have devised simple ways to sneak in nutritious food where I can, without it being detected and therefore rejected.
Read MoreIt may be winter, but there's just something about fresh fruity goodness first thing in the morning that makes it enjoyable all year round. I was craving it today, so I looked through my freezer and happily found everything I needed to whip up a quick and easy smoothie bowl in less than five minutes. I also added in a couple scoops of Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides to give some extra love to my skin, nails, hair, and bones.
Read MoreIt's no secret that addiction to processed foods is a reality in this country. Unfortunately, that means skyrocketing rates of obesity and inflammation in children and adults, and all the heath problems that accompany those maladies. No one wants to feel sick and out of control, but so many simply don't know how to combat it. It's a systemic problem, but happily, it is also one that can be remedied with intentional action.
Read MoreWhat if I told you that you could do something today that would make you look and feel amazing, save lives and the earth? I think without knowing what that action was, most if not all people would agree to trying it.
Read MoreOne of my favorite shows, Chopped, challenges competitors to make delicious meals out of seemingly random ingredients. I am no chef, but I enjoy pretending I'm on the show when faced with a surplus of leftovers or fruit that's a tad too ripe.
Read MoreProtein is an essential part of a healthy diet. It's responsible for building and repairing tissue, and making enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Protein aids in building bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood. And children need an even greater percentage of protein compared to adults as they are constantly growing. Protein also serves as an important part of weight management.
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