Improving Health

Give comfort food a whole new meaning. Winter months call for a hearty soup that nourishes your body and soul. Try this delicious dish packed with nutrients featuring the ancient grain farro.

You may have noticed that on some diets, in particular the Whole30 diet, you are not allowed to have butter, but you can have Ghee. Why is that?

Indulge a little too much this holiday season? You aren’t alone, it happens to the best of us. The plethora of decadent desserts and holiday treats are hard to resist. This salad is a great way to get back on the right track and jumpstart the New Year in better health!

Did you know that a nice cup of tea could decrease your stress level? Herbal teas have been used as a stress relief aid for centuries. They are a healthy way to calm your nerves when you are over worked and stressed out. Stress relieving teas help bring the body’s stress levels back to normal. Try a cup of one of these stress relieving teas tonight!

Trail mix can be one of the easiest, healthiest snacks to take on the go. A homemade mix can be put together in only minutes using four simple steps. Whether you are taking it to the park, the trail, or the beach this summer, skip the sugar and salt laden store bought mixes and create your own favorite trail mix this week!

Skip the drive-thru and try this delicious alternative to a St. Patrick's Day favorite.

Instead of cooking steak or another red meat this Valentine’s Day, consider switching to something heart healthy for your love! This great one pan salmon recipe is packed with protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.

Omega-3 fatty acids can decrease the risk of arrhythmias (abnormal heartbeats), slow the buildup of plaque in arteries, and assist in lowering blood pressure. This great recipe also only requires one dish! You will not need to worry about dirty pots and pans, and will have more time to spend with your Valentine.

Finish the meal with a nice glass of red wine. Red wine contains antioxidants called polyphenols that may help protect the lining of the heart’s blood vessels.

Was your New Year’s Resolution to start your day with a healthy breakfast? Try overnight oats!

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How to Get Started 

Buy a small mason jar, combine your oatmeal mixture according to the recipe, and store the jar in the fridge overnight to wake up to a breakfast that is ready to roll out of the house with you. The texture depends on the type of oat you use. The texture will be soft if you use quick oats, chewy if rolled, and both crunchy and chewy if you opt for steel-cut.

Related Article: Caprese Quesadilla Salad [Recipe]

Overnight Oats | Yields: 1 serving 

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup oats
• 1/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tbsp. chia seeds
• 2 tbsp. unsweetened shredded coconut
• ¼ cup blueberries
• nuts and/or granola for topping

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a mason jar (with the exception of toppings).
2. Cover and seal. Place in refrigerator overnight.
3. Remove from refrigerator, top with desired toppings, and enjoy!

Caprese sandwiches, made with tomato, buffalo mozzarella, and basil are very popular, but have you ever heard of a caprese quesadilla?

This recipe packs all the flavor of your favorite caprese sandwich into a warm, slightly crisp quesadilla.