Keeping Hearts Healthy

The American Heart Association has named February: Heart Health Month. This makes February a great time to commit to a healthier lifestyle for you and your children. According to the Heart Foundation, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, however, it is preventable. It’s endlessly important…

Sweet Without All the Sugar

When we think about sweet treats, we think of candy and chocolate. Many schools have taken strides to avoid candy, however, outside of school, the candy-free trend can continue! With the below recipes, show your kids how healthy snacks can still be sweet.   Frozen Greek Yogurt Drops Sometimes something cold and sweet is necessary! Try…

Sugar Addiction

How to Shake the Sugar Habit

Sugar fuels every cell in the brain, and is digested very quickly. Your brain sees sugar as a reward, causing it to continuously crave more of it. If you eat sugar frequently, you’re reinforcing that reward, making it difficult to break the habit. What is the maximum amount of added sugar we should have each…