If you are looking for a high protein pancake recipe, this one is for you. Each serving provides a total of 32g of protein. Especially if you are pregnant, this recipe is packed full of nutrients needed for a healthy pregnancy. These have a slightly different taste and texture than traditional pancakes, but they are […]
There are hundreds of joints in the human body—some of which we notice more than others like the hips, knees, and lower back. Any place in the body where two bones meet, you’ll find a joint holding them together. The reason they’re so important is they give us the freedom to move in different directions, walk, […]
Picking a surgeon is something that should not be rushed. You’re entrusting them with a lot of responsibility and may be spending a small fortune on their services. Like any large purchase, take the time to do a little bit of homework and research on your surgeon. Here are some tips on finding the surgeon […]
I love this meal because it is fast, easy, and super flavorful. This is a lunch go-to for me—especially when I have grown tired of sandwiches and soup. I recommend making a batch of “staple” foods once a week so you always have them on hand for quick meals. For me, this includes quinoa, brown rice, […]
There’s good news. The good news is that everything about pregnancy won’t come as a complete surprise. You’ll know about the aches and pains, the swollen ankles, what to wear (and what not to wear), basics about breastfeeding, and of course how to care for a newborn. However, every pregnancy is different. So although you’re well […]
At least 80% of Americans will experience lower back pain in their lifetimes1. At the same time, it can be a very tricky condition because there is often no specific cause. Anyone experiencing back pain that doesn’t go away for 4 or more weeks should always call their doctor. It may be linked to a specific medical […]
Although I call these breakfast burritos, this meal really is for any meal of the day. This a breakfast-for-dinner favorite at our house. It is one of my family’s favorites because it is delicious; it is one of my favorites because it is so fast and easy. Breakfast Burrito: 2 eggs, scrambled 1 whole wheat tortilla […]
The 4th trimester is the unofficial time from the moment your baby is born until they’re about 3 months old. It’s a period when you experience your baby’s rapid development. Their senses become refined, they learn the smell and touch of their parents, and they start to interact with their environment. By the end of those 3-4 months, […]
We’ve all heard the old wives tale about joint pain and bad weather. You many have an aunt or uncle who swears that their aching joints mean some bad weather is soon to follow. But that couldn’t be right, could it? Surely it was all in their head. Turns out, maybe it wasn’t. In 2007, researchers at Tufts […]
This recipe is a family favorite! It doesn’t take long to prep and make this meal. Also, my 3-year old loves to help put the kabobs together. He helps with the peppers, onions, and pineapple—the raw chicken is my job. I love it because it gets him involved in cooking and invested in the meal. […]
DHA and EPA are omega-3 fatty acids that are essential for health and development during pregnancy. This is true for both mother and baby. Our bodies are not able to make these fatty acids so we have to obtain it through our diet1. The major dietary source of DHA/EPA is seafood, which is restricted to […]
Surgery, no matter how minor, is a major undertaking for your body. By its very nature, surgery is a traumatic experience for the body. This is true both on a macro level (the immediate effect on the surgical site) and on a micro level (the effects on a cellular level). There are many reasons that your body needs extra […]