There are many benefits from eating dietary fiber and there are 3 foods that are great sources. Dietary fiber doesn’t often doesn’t always get the recognition it deserves as part of a balanced diet. While fiber does not provide us with energy (calories) like most carbohydrates, protein, and fat, it is still an important part […]
Unusual (and awesome) Oatmeal Pairings
By Jaimi Jansen In the morning I always opt to eat a breakfast for champions and oatmeal falls in that category as a complex carbohydrate. Oatmeal alone does not complete a balanced breakfast, it falls short as it is mostly carbohydrate, so to make it truly balanced with the proper macronutrients I add fat and […]
A Busy Parent’s Guide to Losing Weight
By Jaimi Jansen Meeting your weight loss goals can be a daunting challenge, made even more difficult if you are a busy parent. However, there are some simple tips that can be incorporated into a busy day to make losing weight that much easier. Here are four of them: 1. Don’t skip breakfast! The […]
Overnight Oatmeal
Oatmeal is a delicious and nutritious breakfast option. For some, however, spending the time in the morning isn’t very convenient. So, here are 7 steps to cut the time in half for a healthy and quick meal. Put oats and water to the pot you are going to cook it in Add a tablespoon of […]
