by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Apr 5, 2017 | Healthy Living, Articles, Nutrition |
Cinnamon, thyme, rosemary & oregano are among some common spices to flavor food & contain the highest levels of heart healthy polyphenols. Include them in your eating plan by adding them to common foods, or by incorporating them into recipes. Move over fruits...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Feb 8, 2017 | Healthy Living, Articles, Nutrition |
Five hours, one day a week is all you need to prepare healthy, homecooked meals that will feed your family for an entire week. I’m sharing the 8 steps needed to make your meal prep and cooking easy, as well as sample menu to get you started. I love to cook. Before I...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Dec 22, 2016 | Healthy Living, Articles, Holiday Tips |
Not sure what to get your favorite foodie this holiday? How about one of these unique holiday gift ideas that can be used all year long. Creating wine or foodie gift baskets do make great gifts, but since splurging on decadent food and drinks often goes along with...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Nov 20, 2016 | Healthy Living, Articles, Nutrition, Holiday Tips |
Thanksgiving is a perfect time to reflect on everything you have to be thankful for. This holiday, be sure to count blessings not calories. A Thanksgiving meal can easily range from 2,000-4,000 calories, depending on how many second helpings and sweets you include. ...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Jul 1, 2016 | Healthy Living, Articles, Holiday Tips |
Proper food handling includes not only how you cook the food, but also the equipment and utensils you use to make it. From cleaning your grill and grilling utensils, to using a clean dish towel to wipe your hands, it’s important to practice all safe food handling...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | May 5, 2016 | Healthy Living, Articles |
Wellness is a way of life that requires taking deliberate steps to preventing illness and improving quality of life. I’m sharing some simple tips to help you get started today. We live in a world obsessed with dieting. Each year, new diet books and programs get...
Hi, I’m Heather – a registered dietitian, busy mom, consultant, adventure junkie and travel addict who has mastered living healthy on the go. My blog is where I share simple recipes and healthy living tips to help and inspire others to live their best life.