Have you tried POM POMS? No, I am not talking about cheer gear. I am talking about the portable and fresh pomegranate arils made by POM Wonderful. Recently, I received a sample to try. I really like pomegranates, and look forward to their availability...

Nutrition talk is abuzz in our house. My policy has always been to let the kids take the lead in this endeavor. I've shied away from making every conversation in the kitchen about food and nutrition--for obvious reasons. But lately, the girls have had...

I’m creating something big. A life’s work. Maybe even a legacy of some sort. It has me up (very) early everyday, occupies my thoughts frequently and requires lots of attention. And it’s not another child (I already have 4!). After more...

Got an athlete in the house? I do. Two. A swimmer and a volleyball player. The swimmer is a club team participant, swimming 2 hours each night, 5-6 nights each week. And my volleyball player is at the high school level, which means most nights...

Dear Moms and Dads, This is a book review for you. While you are busy raising children, shopping for food, preparing meals and making sure your kids get out to play, sometimes your own health goals get overlooked. Periodically I will review books or...

I confess. I am a reformed “food plater.” In my early years as a mom, I made healthy meals-- selecting, cutting, portioning, plating, pouring and serving all meals to my children.  No negative practices like forcing, punishing or bribing my brood to...

Nachos aren't for football games or weekends anymore! As one of my favorite indulgences, nachos are one of those foods I have a hard time quitting on. And, I admit, as much as I advocate for meal planning ahead of time, sometimes I have days that are...