Dinner Diva: Beat Sugar Cravings Without Breaking A Sweat

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By: Leanne Ely Breaking News! Sugar is not good for us! Bet you didn’t know that! I’m kidding of course. Everyone knows sugar is the pits. 60 Minutes recently did a big story on just how bad it is and how it even disrupts brain function! For some folks, this isn’t enough information. Some … [Read more...]

Dinner Diva: Post Workout Foods

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By Leanne Ely, CNC Whenever you workout there are only three things you really want to do after: drink gallons of water, shower, and eat a nice, big and filling meal. The water and shower are easy to come by, but deciding what to eat is always a dilemma because you don’t want all of … [Read more...]

Dinner Diva – Eating Like a Leprechaun

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  By Leanne Ely, CNC   An attractive meal with a variety of colors makes for a better appetite. Think about what a meal of white fish, cauliflower and mashed potatoes would like on a white plate if you don't get what I'm talking about versus a steak, asparagus and broiled tomato halves … [Read more...]

From The Coop: The Dinner Diva

Saving Dinner with Leanne Ely Gratitude Health is not always about just the body. Your mental health is just as important to have a well balanced life. I have a lot to be grateful for in my life. Counting my many blessings daily has helped me maintain a healthy mental attitude. It is a proven … [Read more...]

From The Coop – Best Ever Potato Salad (with or without mayo)

By Leanne Ely CNC Nothing wows a potluck or picnic better than a big vat of homemade potato salad. And considering right now is the best time for fresh potatoes (I had some absolutely delicious red potatoes in my CSA basket this past week!), I thought we’d pull out the potato peelers and get … [Read more...]

From The Coop: “It’s Baked Bean Month” By Leanne Ely CNC

It is not surprising to find out that July is Baked Bean Month. After all, baked beans have been a staple of potlucks forever and Independence Day is the quintessential representation of our friend the potluck. There are so many different kinds of baked beans that you can make. I felt it my duty to … [Read more...]