State of Well-being

05/31/2026

Summer Salads!!

Fresh. Simple. No-Cook.

These 3 summer salads come together in minutes and are perfect for meal prep, gatherings, or healthy lunches all week long.

• Greek Bean Salad
• Summer Ribbon Fruit Salad
• Watermelon, Greens & Feta Salad

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Better health starts in the kitchen!

Carlisa Krenek
State of Well-Being
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05/11/2026

Monday ♥️ encouragement.....

05/10/2026

Sweet, crunchy, juicy, and a little spicy. This Pineapple Bowl with mango, jicama, cucumber, chili, and chamoy is one of those recipes that disappears fast at every gathering. Perfect for summer entertaining, pool days, or a refreshing afternoon snack.

Health starts in the kitchen.

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INGREDIENTS

1 ripe pineapple halved and hollowed
1 cup diced mango fresh or frozen and thawed
1 cup diced jicama peeled
1 cup diced cucumber peeled or unpeeled
1 tablespoon chili powder or Tajín
2 tablespoons chamoy sauce I buy ready made chamoy sauce at HEB/ or sub with lime juice and a touch of maple syrup if oil-free needed

INSTRUCTIONS

Slice pineapple in half lengthwise and hollow out each half, leaving a thick enough base so it doesn’t leak. Dice the pineapple flesh.
In a large bowl, combine diced mango, jicama, cucumber, and pineapple.
Gently toss with chili powder and chamoy sauce.
Spoon the mixture back into the pineapple halves for a festive presentation.
Serve chilled.

NOTES
Helpful Tips:
Use pre-cut mango or jicama for faster prep.
If avoiding packaged chamoy, drizzle with lime juice, a splash of date syrup, and chili powder.

05/08/2026

Treat Mom to a Veggie Frittata!
Fresh yellow squash & zucchini from a friend's garden & more chopped veggies, made a delish & easy Frittata!

In a small skillet-
2 eggs
1 1/2 veggies
Cajun seasoning
Bake on 375 for 20 minutes

04/21/2026

One small swap can change everything.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, tired, or dealing with blood sugar ups and downs, try replacing potatoes with cauliflower this week.

It’s lighter, lower in carbs, and surprisingly satisfying when done right.

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04/17/2026

Here's to a great weekend!⛱️♥️

04/16/2026

Batch this homemade granola once and you’re set for the week.

When you make it yourself, you control every ingredient. No hidden oils, sugars, or additives...just real, simple food that fuels your body and keeps energy steady.

It’s quick, flexible, and one of those recipes even kids reach for. Sprinkle it over yogurt and berries, pack it for snacks, or enjoy it by the handful.

Want to change it up? Add cacao nibs, cranberries, or your favorite nuts for a different twist every time.

Health starts in the kitchen.

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04/15/2026

If you’re tired of overthinking meals…

You can keep this Easy Crunch Salad ready in the fridge and build meals from it all week.

One bowl, so many options:
Chicken one day
Shrimp the next
Great as a tuna salad
Chickpeas when you want plant-based
Tofu when you want a light protein
Add sunflower seeds or other nuts for even more crunch

Quick Dijon dressing
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1–2 tbsp water (to thin)
• 1 tsp maple syrup (optional)
• Garlic, salt, pepper to taste

Shake it up and pour over the slaw.

It’s simple, fresh, and it works.

Health starts in the kitchen.

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04/12/2026

My daughter and I were talking through the stress of school day mornings, rushing, packing lunches for 4 kids, trying to get out the door on time, and we came up with one simple solution.

We created a fridge lunch bar for the kids, everything washed, cut, and ready to go.

They each picked out foods they love, helped prep it, and now they build their own lunches the night before. Yes..they really love fruit and veggies!!

No more morning chaos. No more guessing what to pack.

Just simple, real food and kids learning to help themselves.

Health really does start in the kitchen.




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04/10/2026

Making your own seasonings is one of the easiest ways to clean up your recipe ingredients without sacrificing flavor.

Most store-bought blends are packed with extra sodium and additives. When you make your own Cajun, Tex Mex, and Ranch seasonings, you get bold flavor using simple, real ingredients—and it only takes a few minutes.

Health starts in the kitchen.
Make these in minutes and taste the difference.

Learn how to make homemade Cajun, Italian, and Tex Mex seasoning blends with clean ingredients. Lower sodium, better flavor, and perfect for everyday cooking.