Eat Well NW

10/08/2012

These look splendid. I'm always looking for great slow cooker recipes, if you have one you love, please share!

Ohhhh yeah! We love each and every one of these slow-cooked gems. You might, too! http://del.sh/6039T7Yd

09/27/2012

For those of us who often serve our families brown rice ...

by Sonya Lunder and Dawn Undurraga. Although scientists and government regulators have long known about the ever-present threat of arsenic in our diet and water, it was unsettling when two major reports came out on the same day last week, reminding us of the risk and the need to do what we can to mi...

09/05/2012

Let the lunch packing begin!! What healthy foods did you tuck into your child's lunch bag? Any new inspiring ideas for this year?

08/15/2012

As a parent of kiddos who do well with a snack type lunch, I embrace and support packing a handful of nutrient dense options and letting your child choose. This quote really stands out, "And as long as you as the parent are making sure that those choices are healthy options for them to choose from, then it's all good."

TORONTO - Making lunches for their school-age children seems to be the bane of most parents' existen... - Home and Family - Winnipeg Free Press.

06/27/2012

I've been a bit intrigued by chia seeds. This recipe sparked my interest, and I quickly mixed it up before bed the other night. The result? I have a new favorite food. Chia seeds are a nutritional powerhouse, just remember to go easy as they are very high in fiber. Enjoy!

As chia seeds soak in almond milk, they create a tapioca-like pudding.

06/20/2012

For kids, sports drinks are just another unnecessary source of sugar.

This national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation supports policy and environmental research to promote healthy eating among children to prevent childhood obesity.

06/19/2012

It's all too easy to spend money at the Farmer's Market. This quick little slide show walks you through the list of best buys.

There are certain foods you should always buy at farmers' markets, starting with these 8. Learn more from Rodale News.

03/20/2012

Wessels is the BEST honey. If you live in the NW and haven't tried it, look for Wessels at your local market.

Local Raw Honey straight from the hive, Honeycomb, beeswax candles, beeswax, Gift Baskets. Family ow

03/20/2012

I'm looking forward to picking up Marion Nestle's new book.

Although calories are talked about constantly, few people have a true understanding of what they are and how they work.

03/19/2012

How to poach the perfect the egg. Enjoy!

There is nothing better than a runny yolk and creamy egg whites for a poached egg. Get four tips on how to poach an egg at PBS Food.

03/16/2012

Healthy eating can, and should, be perfectly simple. We can all make time in our week for this easy recipe. Enjoy!

Topped with avocado and cheese, these hearty tostadas will please both the vegetarians and the meat-eaters in your household.

03/14/2012

Pinterest has become my FAVORITE way to share recipes. Because my account is linked to my personal fb page, you miss out on all the yummy recipes I have been pinning. If you are on Pinterest, this link will take you to my pinboards - all the recipes meet my criteria for being nutritious, delicious, and can be prepared with ease. Enjoy!!!

Heather is using Pinterest, an online pinboard to collect and share what inspires you.