FAMILY
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Timesaving Healthy Fall Crockpot Recipes
Originally published on September 30, 2019. Republished on September 28, 2023. Every year there are all sorts of exciting Fall activities — several of which my family participates in regularly. Hiking, camping, biking, apple picking, watching football – the list goes on. However, trying to squeeze in all the fun stuff and find the time to feed the family a healthy meal can be challenging. Luckily, I have a solution that has saved my sanity, and I know it can do the same for you. What is it? It’s timesaving healthy fall crockpot recipes! Instead of stressing over ingredients and recipes, you should be outside enjoying the crisp fall air,…
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Add These 8 Healthy Fall Foods to Your Diet
Originally published on September 16, 2019. Republished on September 14, 2023 Fall is such an exciting season, especially when it comes to everything about fall foods. The Fall harvest gives you the chance to enjoy delicious meals like pies, soufflés, chilis, bisques, and so much more. With cooler weather, nothing sounds better than curling up with a nice hot plate of these comfort foods. But the typical comfort food we feast on at this time of year can be laden with extra calories. That’s why I’m sharing with you some top picks for healthy Fall foods you should eat. Stick with these, and you’ll find it is, in fact, possible…
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Healthy Eating Habits You Can Start This Fall
Originally Published on September 9, 2019. Republished on September 7, 2023 The fall season is upon us, and I’m excited about everything this season of abundance brings — things like beautiful leaf changes, pleasant cooler weather, Halloween, and football! Autumn also brings lots of amazing food to eat, and if you’re not careful, extra calories. Which is why it’s the perfect time to share with you some healthy eating habits you can start this fall. With the fall comes seasonal fruits and vegetables such as pumpkins, squash, apples, and pears. It also brings comfort foods like pies, soups, roasts, and casseroles. But along with all the yummy food can come…
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Personal Contributions for Problems that Harm the Earth
You don’t have to look far to find harmful problems plaguing the Earth. Social media, newscasts, and scientific studies often contain graphic information about the Earth’s declining health. While it may or may not be obvious what to do about each and every problem the Earth has, every problem has easy elements to the solution. Though solving the problem in its entirety may be complex, there is always something that can be done to help. Complex Problems are Multi-Faceted There’s no denying that many of the problems affecting the health of the Earth are beyond one person’s control; however, that doesn’t mean there aren’t simple, easy contributions that we can…
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Healthy Summer Smoothies
Originally posted on July 27, 2020. Updated on July 26, 2023. It’s that time of year again. It’s summer. Kids at home. Vacations and summer activities. Too many things — busy, busy, busy! But being a busy mom doesn’t mean you have to ditch your healthy eating goals. My go-to solution to stay on top of your fitness game? Healthy summer smoothies! We know you’re always on your feet, and you may not find the time to create all your favorite healthy meals. Thankfully, smoothies can be a fast and equally healthy option for you. They’re low effort and easy to whip up in just five minutes, allowing you to…
