We all have days when we are stressed out.  Arguments with kids, a husband out of town, a major leak in the kitchen and too many deadlines have all played a part in my stress over the last few months.  I tend to eat in response to my increased stress levels which is not good for my waistline!  But, if I am going to eat, then I should focus on nibbling on foods that relieve stress, right?  Well, instead of reaching for that hot fudge sundae or the box of Girl Scout cookies you just bought, grab a few of these healthy foods to help reduce your … [Read more...]

Last week, I was lucky enough to attend a blogger event featuring dozens and dozens of fresh food brands.  From grass-fed beef to organic kiwi, I learned a ton about farming, fresh food, and the importance of a healthy diet.  I came home from the event with a large bag of organic kiwi, which my son and I were thrilled about.  Kiwi are always a popular snack item in our house! I started wondering what, exactly, these little fuzzy green fruit could do for me.  The health benefits of the kiwi fruit will truly astound you and you should be putting … [Read more...]