“Super foods.” We’ve all heard about these amazing foods that are not only nutritious but they boost energy, help regulate blood sugar, provide anti-aging benefits and are protective against cardiovascular disease, diabetes and some cancers. The really good news here, folks – most of these foods taste GREAT, are inexpensive and easy to prepare! While […]
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A New Twist on Balancing Nutrition
By bhg_super_admin | Published:We are always striving for balance in our lives – work/life balance, balance in our relationships and in our diets. Achieving balance is tough and of course no one can have a perfectly balanced life all of the time. But the important thing is that we take the step toward balance in all areas of […]
Read moreFeeling Frozen?
By bhg_super_admin | Published:These days there’s a lot of emphasis placed on eating “fresh” fruits and vegetables, but during the Winter when some of your favorites may be out of season, you need to consider alternatives that offer great taste and healthy options for feeding your family. Our advice – check out the refrigerated aisle in the grocery […]
Read moreThe Sunny Side of Vitamin D Foods
By bhg_super_admin | Published:So we know that shorter days and less sunlight can lead to the winter blahs, and can wreak havoc on our ability to be happy. This feeling is frequently attributed to a lack of vitamin D. Sunlight is important for us not only because it helps make our food grow, but also because it provides […]
Read moreGo Ahead, Snack at Work!
By bhg_super_admin | Published:You’re making an effort to eat a balanced breakfast, and trying to consciously choose something healthful for lunch – so what happens at work when you just want a little something to snack on? Maybe your worksite has a vending machine – filled with either sugary snacks that will leave you feeling the ‘crash’ an […]
Read moreLove Your Lentils this Year
By bhg_super_admin | Published:When I went looking for recipes for a New Year’s dinner I learned something very interesting. That there are two foods that are traditionally served as New Year’s Eve dishes because they bring good luck – one is pork (a symbol of prosperity and plenty) and the other is lentils (thought to be considered for […]
Read moreSay Hello to Kale
By Gillian Pieper | Published:In the spirit of our philosophy ‘one degree change’ we want to introduce you to nutritionally rich foods each month and encourage you to begin incorporating them into your everyday diet. This month we’re suggesting Kale – a wonderful, nutritionally rich vegetable that we hope you’ll enjoy. Kale is tasty, easy to prepare and incorporate […]
Read moreHelping With Healthy Leftovers!
By Gillian Pieper | Published:Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to celebrate, spend time with family and friends and to reflect on the things that we are grateful for in our lives. It is also a time of abundance, which can translate to great excess where food is concerned. We are almost programmed to cook too much and eat too […]
Read moreMicrowave Magic
By bhg_super_admin | Published:Here’s the scenario: you want a hot meal at lunch but can’t take the time to leave the office – or maybe you could take the time, but there isn’t a place that caters to the lunch crowd within a comfortable distance from your office. Have no fear – most worksites offer a kitchen and […]
Read moreGo Nuts!
By bhg_super_admin | Published:Although they are yummy and a great whole food, nuts are not just for snacking! They can find a place in all types of meals – salads for lunch and delicious main course recipes as well. And you will find that their health benefits can be amazing. In fact, nuts are a great plant based […]
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