Slow Cooker Recipes

A High Protein Breakfast Keeps The Munchies Away

We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but dieters seem to find it also the easiest meal to skip. New research finds that this is actually a big mistake, which can lead to unhealthy eating habits for the rest of the day. Instead, you should eat a breakfast that's rich in protein, which will help with appetite control to keep you from snacking on sweet or fatty foods in the afternoon and evening. Protein Suppresses the Appetite Researchers have known for some time ... Read More about A High Protein Breakfast Keeps The Munchies Away

Homemade Ketchup: Quick, easy, cheap and natural

Healthy Recipes

I am increasingly having a hard time buying things in the grocery store that have "junk" ingredients. Ketchup is one of them. Such a simple condiment, can't we just make it? But who has the time? So I usually just buy it. Causing extra packaging to be made and then recycled and me paying more than I should, not to mention ingesting things I'd rather leave to Heinz. Last night I ran out of bottled ketchup and just HAD to have some ketchup for the kids at dinner! I've tried to make homemade ... Read More about Homemade Ketchup: Quick, easy, cheap and natural

5 Ways to Repurpose Household Items with Kids

Activities for Kids

This Earth Day, why not get active with your kids and repurpose some items in your house? I have so many things I have saved that I just know I can do something with and while it just adds to the clutter, I'd rather reuse and upcycle than buy something new if I don't need to. I am including 10 ideas below to help get you started! 5 Ways to Repurpose Household Items with Kids Toilet Paper Roll Bird Feeder Wind Chimes Upcycle Pants and Jeans into Little Aprons Pillow Bed Crib to Art ... Read More about 5 Ways to Repurpose Household Items with Kids

Earth Day 2013: 43rd Anniversary for Our Planet

Earth Day

On April 22nd each year the entire planet celebrates Earth Day. The International Earth Day was formalized in 2009 through a resolution adopted by the United Nations, with the goal to celebrate our “first house” internationally. Nowadays the Earth Day Network involves more than 192 countries all around the globe every year. The main aim of this event is to celebrate the environment and protect the planet, also through raising awareness. Even if it was only formalized as recently as 2009, the ... Read More about Earth Day 2013: 43rd Anniversary for Our Planet

Spring Cleaning Series {For Your Health}

Health

So you’ve just finished a healthy juice cleanse and you’re feeling great. Rejuvenated, with glowing skin and more energy, it’s important to ease back into eating solid foods with a clean, fresh diet that will help you preserve your newfound clarity and great health. Listed below are some great foods that will help you maintain your newly detoxified body and sharp, clear mind: 1. Fresh Fruits and Vegetables— Obviously you are aware of the many benefits of fruits and ... Read More about Spring Cleaning Series {For Your Health}