Personalize Your Plate is this year’s slogan for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, National Nutrition Month. Their campaign focuses on the fact that nutrition is not a one-size-fits-all approach, and that we all have different backgrounds, tastes, goals, and bodies, which is a GREAT thing! This year our March Wellness Challenge expands on their […]

With our 6th Annual Performance Health & Fitness Dri-Tri Indoor Triathlon coming up, I thought it was an appropriate time to discuss the importance of fueling before and during cardiovascular exercise. What you eat, the amount of what you eat, and the timing can impact your exercise. What should I eat before exercise? Carbohydrates are your […]

Pizza night is always a hit in my house! We always love trying new pizza toppings to switch things up. Homemade pizzas are a great way to customize the pizza toppings you want, and even make individual pizzas if everyone wants different toppings. Get the whole family involved for a fun pizza-making night. My kid’s […]

As the interest in plant-based diets increases, I have been getting more and more questions about plant-based protein sources. Questions about the quality of plant-based proteins, how to get adequate protein eating plant-based, and what are good sources of plant-based proteins are among the most frequently asked. To answer these questions, I think it is […]

Monte Priske Recipe Favorite: Tofu Manicotti Watch the video >> Ingredients: 1 Tofu Block (Firm) 1.5 C Mozzarella 1.5 C Cheddar 2 Eggs 1 Tbsp Basil 1 tsp Garlic Salt Tomato Sauce (1 can) Manicotti Shells (1 box) Instructions: Boil the noodles Mash the tofu Mix everything but the sauce Stuff the mix into the […]

Stuffed bell peppers are so easy and delicious. Complete with protein, grains, and vegetables, it is the perfect quick weeknight meal. Bell peppers are packed with vitamins and minerals your body needs. They are an excellent source of vitamin A and C, potassium, fiber, folate, and iron. Vitamin A is essential for eye health, and […]

This year has been anything but normal. It has been hard on everyone. In these uncertain times, we have really focused on supporting other local businesses. One way we have liked to support local restaurants is ordering take-out. We are lucky to have so many great restaurants in our area. One restaurant that has delicious […]

I’m not sure how, but it is almost Halloween! This year more than ever, we are looking for ways to keep things fun and exciting, especially around holidays. One way to spice up the week is with a Halloween themed lunchbox! This lunchbox still contains all the things a healthy, balanced lunch would, but also […]

If you are like me and trying to find ways to get your kids to eat more fruits and vegetables, then you need to try kebabs. There is something about cut up mini pieces of food on a stick that makes it more fun to eat! Kebabs are an easy way to put together a […]