Summer is officially here and in full effect and whether you’re heading to the shore, the lake, or the backyard we can be assured of one thing – it’s going to be hot! Hydration is important all year round, but the return of warm weather is the perfect time to […]
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As we seemingly skipped spring and sprung right into summer, picnic season is upon us, as well as International Picnic Day on Saturday, June 18, 2016. And interestingly enough, there are more benefits to enjoying a picnic than you may think! In addition to choosing healthy picnic recipes, which we’ll […]
Read more →Summer is upon us and it’s hot! If you live in the Northeast you know we didn’t have much of a spring this year, so what better way to beat the summer heat than firing up the grill and having a party in the backyard or next to the pool. […]
Read more →Warm weather is quickly causing us to forget about the winter we just endured, and soon it will officially be summer. Summer is my favorite time of year because of all the fresh fruits & vegetables available that either cannot be found or are way too expensive to buy in […]
Read more →Spring is here, and in the field of farming, it’s planting time. Soon there will be greens abound, summer squash, and juicy tomatoes. Farmer’s Markets may come to mind, but my thoughts are focused on my farm share. At this point in the year, I’m waiting patiently for it to […]
Read more →Happy birthday! The older I get, the faster the time seems to go. It is hard to believe that is has been about a year since Eat Fit Health was launched and wow what a year it has been! We just got back from a much needed family vacation at […]
Read more →Nothing beats the summer heat like the taste of a cold popsicle. I have many childhood memories of making sweet, cold treats with my mother and sisters to enjoy on hot, humid Texas summer evenings. Sticky fingers and all, those memories never fade. As parents we worry about the amount […]
Read more →Summer is a great time to go on vacation. The weather is nice, the little ones are out of school, and work may be a little slow. However, do not throw out all your hard work from a week away. There are many small things you can do while on […]
Read more →This 4th of July keep these 3 healthy tips in mind to include some healthy options into your holiday plans. 1. Focus on Fruit and Vegetables Make sure you include plenty of fruits and vegetables in your holiday menu as they are filled with vitamins and minerals and fiber while […]
Read more →Did you know August is National Peach Month? Peaches are one of my favorite fruits to enjoy during the summer time. Not only are they sweet and delicious, but they pack some great health benefits! Peaches are good sources of vitamins A, B and C and a medium sized one […]
Read more →Summer is the time for gardens, farmers markets, and Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). Take advantage of any pick-you-own farms as well! There is just something so fresh and scrumptious about fresh summer fruits and vegetables! It is a great time to stock up and try new recipes and varieties. With […]
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