Zucchini is in season right now! If you love it, now is a great time to work it into your menu. This tasty, versatile veggie is perfect cold, grilled, fried, spiralized, or just about any way you can think to cook it! If you have a lot on your hands, it’s easy to slice it into a stir fry or toss it into your salads, but here are two great ways to enjoy it that are easy and delicious. Grill it! The next time you fire up the grill try grilling zucchini. Slice them in half lengthwise, then drizzle them with olive oil. Grill 4-5 minutes on each side. Remove from grill and sprinkle with salt and p ..read more

You may have noticed that many restaurants are adding menu items that incorporate new flavors that add a bit of global flair – often with delicious results. New food trends like Korean barbecue, curry-infused cocktails, and ginger-spiced seafood are just the tip of the iceberg. Consumers are enjoying more world flavors, and you may find that your favorite eatery has some interesting new menu items that are delicious and healthy, too. What you may not know is this trend is being driven, in part, by more health-conscious eating and the belief that some of the herbs and spices have some benefits ..read more

For many, travel means either indulging in oversized restaurant meals or eating fast food for convenience, but if you normally eat a healthy diet, it’s surprisingly easy to keep it up on vacation. By making a few smart choices when you plan, you can feel satisfied and still enjoy the trip. Book your stay in a condo, house or hotel with a kitchen –  Many hotels now offer either a full kitchen or microwave and refrigerator. Either way, you can keep some basics on hand for a quick breakfast or healthy snack to keep you going. It saves you money, too. Visit a grocery store or farmer’s market – It ..read more

Many of us just think of lemons as a sour fruit to twist in your water or a great start to a tart, tasty dessert, but lemons provide a few health benefits, too. They contain flavonoids, which have antioxidant properties and are high in citric acid, a compound that’s known to help fight kidney stones. High in vitamin C, 1 lemon provides 36% of your recommended daily amount, and it’s also a good source of potassium. That vitamin C supports your immune system and helps you fight colds and stay healthy. It’s the perfect addition to hot tea, hot soup, or a twist in a drink when you’re thirsty. The ..read more

Can you really achieve your health and fitness goals by thinking positive? Yes! You can! If you’re welcoming spring feeling like you’ve fallen behind in your fitness goals already, thinking positive may be just what you need to get back on track. It may sound too good to be true, but staying positive can be an incredibly effective way to lose weight, exercise more and make better health choices. Scientists estimate humans have about 60,000 thoughts every day, so if you’re mired down in negative thinking, changing your thought patterns is a good first step to achieving your goals. The good par ..read more