FOOD &
FITNESS
Fruit Smoothies for Summer
Pineapple Smoothie. Peach Smoothie. Blueberry Banana Smoothie. And more. These summertime smoothies are quick, easy and healthy. Replace any fruit with what's in season to add variety. …
All Red and Ready-to-Go Pizza
A vegetarian option for pizza with red sauce, red onion and red pepper. …
Honey-Herb Chicken
Who doesn't like a simple and quick recipe that tastes great? This recipe has just four ingredients. You could double the sauce and set it aside to pour on after cooking. …
Linda’s Znoodle Salad
A kid-friendly, gluten-free alternative to pasta, znoodle salad is worth the try. …
Hearty Irish Beef Stew
St. Patrick's Day is around the corner. Try this Irish Beef Stew recipe provided by our Diabetes Center of Excellence. …
Spaghetti Squash Taco Boat
Could this be an alternative to Taco Tuesday? Give our taco boat a try while spaghetti squash is in season. If this recipe isn't for you, check out others at https://www.simplywellblog.org/food-and-fitness/recipes/. …
No Salt Spice Mix
Use this spice endlessly when looking for no-salt alternative flavoring. Ingredients 2 teaspoons onion powder 1 teaspoon thyme 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon marjoram 2 teaspoons basil 1 teaspoon black or white pepper 1 teaspoon oregano ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper Directions Mix and store …
Fresh Mushroom Sauce
This sauce is creamy, healthy, and can easily be made dairy-free! (Serves 4) Ingredients 1 T olive oil 1 c chopped onions 2 c chopped mushrooms 1 T low-sodium soy sauce 3/4 c vegetable broth 1/2 c fresh parsley 1/2 c reduced-fat sour cream (or …
Spicy Asian Veggie Pasta
This dish can be served hot, at room temperature, or chilled, and as a meal or as a side dish. (Serves 8) Ingredients 8 oz. angel hair rice pasta 1/4 c. gluten-free tamari 2 T rice wine vinegar 2 T lemon juice 2 cloves minced …
New Food Labels Show What We Are Really Eating
In the coming years, you’ll begin to notice changes on the nutrition fact labels on cans, boxes and packages. From milk to flour, from potato chips to baked beans, the new changes make it easier for you to be better informed about food choices by …
Riding into Family Fun
Celebrate National Bike Month by taking your children out for a bicycle ride around the local park or a bike trail. May is a perfect time to enjoy a family bike ride, before the summer heat sets in. According to Men’s Fitness, cycling is a …
Inspired to Run? Nearly Anyone Can Do It.
Running: You either love it or hate it. Some people find it to be a great health and mental wellness boost, while others feel it’s it too hard, too boring or just too uncomfortable. But one thing many people can agree on is that a …
Hitting the Slopes? Is Your Body Ready?
It’s the time of year to hit the slopes. Whether you are skiing (downhill or cross country) or snowboarding, they are exhilarating activities and great workouts which strengthen the bone and tone your muscles, and are great for your heart too. Now is the time …
One-Song Workouts
For those days you just can’t make it to the gym, try these one-song workouts. It’s easy. 1. Pick a song. Try one of our suggestions or pick your own. 2. Follow the workout listed for that song or try your own variation. …