FOOD &
FITNESS
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. …
Dark Chocolate Chip Oat Bars
You don't have to tell anyone these are homemade, healthy (gulp!) granola bars. Just let your guests enjoy the chewiness of the oats and dense chocolate flavor from the highest-quality dark chocolate you can find. …
Cherry Nut Bark
The possibilities for making chocolate bark are endless. Try this variation, or swap out the ingredients for dark chocolate, dried cranberries and almonds. …
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/. …
Mediterranean Diced Salad
What a combo: chickpeas, red bell pepper, cucumber, celery and grape tomatoes. The recipe is easy to make and great as a side dish or main course. …
Teriyaki Chicken and Mango Salad
Tired of lettuce and tomatoes dripping in dressing? Teriyaki Chicken and Mango Salad is a great option when you're looking for variety. Marinate the chicken for several hours or overnight, then grill over hot coals. …
Cherry Vanilla Frappe
Hot days. Cool drinks. This cherry vanilla frappe is healthy and easy. Try replacing the cherries with mango, strawberries, or blackberries. (Serves 2) Cherry Vanilla Frappe Ingredients 1 cup frozen, pitted sweet cherries 1 cup skim milk 1/2 cup light vanilla yogurt Ice Directions Freezing …
Mandarin Stir-Fry Beef
Your family can't resist this Mandarin Stir-Fry Beef recipe. Crispy veggies go nicely with tender beef and tangerines. You could also replace the beef with chicken, and throw in other veggies you have in your fridge. …
What To Do with All that Halloween Candy
Halloween is here, and as you admire your mountain of sweets, you realize it’s probably not the best idea to eat all that candy. After sorting through your treats and picking out your favorites, what should you do with the leftover candy? Here are a …
How Sweet: The News Behind Sweeteners
Early in the morning, it’s easy to add one too many spoons of sugar into your coffee. But what is sugar doing to your body? Is there a better way to sweeten your morning coffee while still satisfying your sweet tooth? It’s time to talk …
Your Microbiome and You
Who are we, exactly? For a long time, this age-old question has been holding a special place in the realms of philosophy and religion. However, science also has come up with an answer, though it may not be what you’re expecting. Consider this: A 2016 …
Healthy Meal Planning Made Easy
Healthy eating should always be a top priority, but when you’re tired it’s easier to choose the chips and chocolate than the complicated meal on Pinterest that needs to be prepared from scratch. Make your life easier, and live healthier with meal preparation. Set aside …
More Than 3 Million Geocaches Are Waiting to be Found
Geocaching is the real-world treasure hunt that’s happening right now, all around you. There are 3 million active geocaches and more than 6 million geocachers worldwide, according to geocaching.com. But, what is geocaching anyway? It’s a great activity to get you to enjoy the outdoors …
Get Into the Swim of It
It's summer. Time for vacations, barbecues and warm weather. Why not make this a time to begin a new healthy activity? As exercise goes, swimming offers its own unique set of benefits. …
