Learn something about yogurt!

http://www.examiner.com/article/health-benefits-of-yogurt

Koko Teas :)

I have always been a coffee in the morning and iced tea in the afternoon kind of girl. During a recent trip to Creekside, I came across a new store....because they sell CUPCAKES! Koko Tea Salon is new to the area but not to Columbus. They are in the cutest old house, painted quaint and with such inviting smells! 

I chose the Chamomile Berry because I love both flavors and think that go together great! I followed the directions on the package and added just a splash of vanilla almond milk...making this a relaxing mug of comfort.

Like their Facebook Page and you will get updates on the new tea flavor they are offering - The Peaches and Cream Tea...with real chunks of peaches is going to be the next one that I try. I can imagine that it would be fabulous hot or iced!

Benefits of Berries

http://www.examiner.com/article/a-berry-berry-summer

The Goodness of Avocados

http://www.examiner.com/article/the-goodness-avocados

All About Chia (and NOT the clay heads)

http://www.examiner.com/article/chia-seeds-benefits-beyond-clay-heads

Eat Your Veggies! ...and here's why

http://www.examiner.com/article/health-benefits-of-green-leafy-vegetables

Health Benefits of Fish

http://www.examiner.com/healthy-foods-in-columbus/health-benefits-of-fish

The Mellow Mushroom

Mushrooms are actually good for you! 

Check it out: http://www.examiner.com/healthy-foods-in-columbus/mushrooms-aren-t-just-the-fungus-amoung-us

Goodness of Black Beans

This article goes great with the Black Bean Brownie recipe! They aren't just a musical fruit :)

http://www.examiner.com/healthy-foods-in-columbus/the-goodness-of-black-beans

Healthy Vegetarian Eating

http://www.examiner.com/healthy-foods-in-columbus/healthy-eating-for-vegetarians

Easy Healthy Stir Fry

Between work, kids and after school activities, dinners need to be extra easy some days! When most people think of easy meals, I think that fast food or take out comes to mind. This stir fry recipe is amazingly simple, low in fat and without high levels of sodium. If you don't have the time and need some take-out, here is an great article with information on keeping take-out healthier: http://www.examiner.com/healthy-foods-in-columbus/keeping-chinese-take-out-your-diet

 In addition to some rice, you will only need the three ingredients list above. A package of boneless, skinless chicken breast/tenders, a package of frozen vegetables (stir fry blend) and a packet of Simply Asia sauce. The Simply Asia sauces come in four different flavors - choose your favorite!

 Use cooking spray to coat a pan over medium-high heat. Place your chicken in the pan so they do not overlap. Now - go wash your hands, because raw chicken spreads germs :) Give the chicken a few minutes, until browned and flip. If you are having rice with this dish, now is the time to get that cooking on the stove.

 While your chicken is cooking on the other side, check out the nutrition label above: the sodium is half the amount of a serving of regular soy sauce! Not bad for Asia sauces and good for your blood pressure and heart!

 Okay - back to the chicken. Once the second side is browned, dump in your vegetables and put a lid on the whole dish to cook down. This time will allow the chicken to continue to cook through, and the vegetables to steam. When the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are perfectly hot and crisp (about 5 minutes), take off the lid and add the sauce. While the lid is on, there will be additional water in the pan, which I like because it thins out the Asia sauce. If you want a thicker sauce, drain some of the water out before adding the Simply Asia sauce.

Here is your plate of Easy Stir Fry! Remember your portion sizes when serving this: Meat should be 3 to 4 ounces (the size of the palm of your hand without your fingers), 1/2 cup of rice, and 1 cup of vegetables. No matter how healthy a dish is, moderation is always the key! Enjoy :)

Dark Chocolate for Your Heart

http://www.examiner.com/healthy-foods-in-columbus/healthy-dark-chocolate-for-your-heart-and-your-valentine

Sensational Spring Strawberries

http://www.examiner.com/healthy-foods-in-columbus/sensational-spring-strawberries

Edamame: call it anything, just don't call it a lima bean!

http://www.examiner.com/healthy-foods-in-columbus/edamame-call-it-anything-just-don-t-call-it-a-lima-bean

Spoon Me: Healthier Frozen Treat

http://www.examiner.com/healthy-foods-in-columbus/big-spoon-little-spoon-just-spoon-me