ActivEats

06/05/2012

Pass on the howling and just roar at the full moon tonight!

My favorite cookie is the monster cookie. It combines three yummy cookies all into one: oatmeal raisin, peanut butter, and M&M. I figured there had to be a way I could transform this treat into a healthier muffin version. Why not? After all aren't all of us craving a little monster release somet...

06/03/2012

What an inspiration!!! If only more people would understand that life is limitless. We have choices to make on our path of life. The right choices can lead to lifelong fun!

Tamae Watanabe, 73, on May 19 scaled Mount Everest. Experts expect more examples of super healthy adults to transform our image of aging.

05/17/2012

Not a surprise when you think of all the positive ways that healthy eats [and activity] can keep your wallet healthy...

Carrots, onions, pinto beans, lettuce, mashed potatoes, bananas and orange juice are bargains compared to, say, soft drinks, ice cream and fries.

04/27/2012

They may have deleted my domain. They may have tried to yank my spirit. But the clouds have parted, the sun is shining, and I'm taking a surprise direction for the next few months... read on to learn about the soul of today's ActivEats journey.

One of my first questions was, "Can I run the half marathon in May?" The answer was, "Of course, you've dedicated your life to health and fitness, so your body will adapt to and welcome the challenging changes." This question was asked at my 8 week prenatal appointment. This was the last day befo...

04/20/2012

What kinds of healthy trEats do you bring on your Activ Adventures?

03/05/2012

There's something special about sequels when it comes to pizza. :) I really hope you enjoy these flavor combos! Please share your experiences with pizza. Pizza doesn't have to be a frozen solution. Take 15 minutes to prepare your own healthy scratch version.

Are you ready for the newest edition of healthy homemade pizza recipes? Just about every style of pizza can be made from scratch with healthier toppings bringing vibrant colors to your plate. Visual appeal can really amp the flavors of your dish, so take your fruit and veggie palette and cast some...

02/08/2012

Why buy them when you can make their preservative-free, whole-grain, fruity and nutty goodness in 20 minutes?!?

Making a homemade healthy snack can be fun for the whole family. Do you love using your hands while cooking something scrumptious to eat? Granola bars need your hands to get dirty so they can become a convenient treat to bring on your family's active adventures. Perfect for a day full of outdoor ...

01/13/2012

Healthy New You! Some of us aren't sure how we could add more veggies into our meals. Today's blog post shows you how you can veg up your breakfast. Even bacon lovers can find some tricks up my sleeve.

Why not? Veggies shouldn't just make appearances in lunch, snacks, or supper meals. Add some vibrant veggie color to your breakfast, too. We often think of fruity goodness at breakfast time... strawberries topping our pancakes, apple chunks in our oatmeal, fresh-squeezed orange juice with our egg...

12/30/2011

A collage of activity and eats in 2011...

11/30/2011

A holiday inspirational trip down memory lane calls for a nice cup of homemade hot cocoa... Check out today's blog post to bring warmth to your heart.

With gratefulness for another enjoyable Thanksgiving weekend spent with family and friends, we move forward with a positive mindset. The busy holiday season will not offset our balance. We will take time to appreciate all of the wonders of the season... the morning frost on the trees, the white fl...

11/23/2011

It's Wednesday, and it's time for something new! So, today ActivEats launches One-Word Wednesday. Keep it simple, silly, by learning new activity and nutrition info bites through quick questions and one-word answers. Visit the ActivEats blog every Wednesday for a new qQ & owA.

It's One-Word Wednesday! Check the sidebar for today's quick question and one-word answer.

11/17/2011

Who loves pizza?!? Thai Chicken Pizza... Mushroom Madness... These two recipes kick off the start of my healthier pizza recipe collection. Artisan pizzas are truly an art, so get creative with flavor combinations. Let your taste buds extend past the red sauce into a whole new realm of flavor depth. Welcome to the real world of pizza!

Pizza – the food people fight over and fight for when categorizing “the best”. Earn your blue ribbon by creating your own healthier version of America’s favorite pie. It really doesn’t take much!