<![CDATA[.tasty-recipes-quick-links{text-align:center}.tasty-recipes-quick-links a{padding:.5rem}]]> Packed to the max with veggies and full of flavor, this Slow Cooker Healthy Hamburger Soup is a hearty, Whole30-friendly recipe you’ll want to add to your menu! It’s perfect for meal prep and makes for a tasty cook once, eat twice (or multiple times) kind of a meal! Literally packed to the max with veggies A variety of starchy and non-starchy veggies combine with broth, season

“Be healthy”—it’s the golden rule. We see it everywhere. They tell us to be healthy on our TVs; it’s written all over social media; it’s even often a topic of discussion with friends and family. But what does “be healthy” really mean—especially in the midst of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic? We spoke to a doctor to provide you with safe tips on staying healthy during this time. “Be healthy” can have an array of different meanings—some may consider being healthy a state o

Spring has sprung and Easter is just around the corner. We know that holidays are always a concern when you’re trying to stay fit and eat healthy. That’s why we’ve come up with a variety of creative and healthy Easter basket ideas that are sure to keep you on track. Two-thirds of American households will wake up on Easter morning to discover that the Easter Bunny has left a huge basket of goodies for every child—and even a few adults. According to the National Confectioners A

As we are practicing social distancing and getting used to the new normal which has us spending much time at home, we also have to consider the impacts this will have on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. While it can be a struggle to stick to your meal plan while being stuck at home, it’s not impossible–and that’s why we are here to help with our In It Together Healthy Living Challenge. Throughout our challenge, we will present you with a simple and healthy task to complete ea

Apr 4, 2020By Stacie Hassing <![CDATA[.tasty-recipes-quick-links{text-align:center}.tasty-recipes-quick-links a{padding:.5rem}]]> Say goodbye to ‘healthy’, store-purchased dressings that come with a long list of unknown ingredients and hello to this Healthy Homemade Ranch Dressing made with only real food ingredients including yogurt and a flavorful blend of herbs and seasonings. It’s easy to make and perfect for dressing a salad, dunking veggies into or serving with your fav

Mar 26, 2020By Stacie Hassing A pantry staple is put to good use in these 9 Healthy Quinoa Recipes. This budget-friendly, gluten-free grain substitute makes for a tasty, healthy and hearty addition to salads, sides, bakes or burgers! Pantry staples for the win. As we continue to practice social distancing and are encouraged to stay home during this extremely unusual time, we’re reaching for pantry staples more and more. Today on the blog, we’re sharing 9 recipes that include

Want a challenge while you’re stuck at home? We’ve got you covered with our daily Healthy-at-Home Challenge. Each morning this week at 8am, our nutrition expert will be jumping on Facebook Live to share a healthy challenge with you. Click here to check it out > What do the daily challenges entail? We’re keeping it super simple! The goal is to keep us on track and feeling healthy while we’re cooped up inside. We want to do whatever we can to keep us all healthy… that’s it! So

While many of us are becoming more mindful of our food choices on a daily basis, it can be a bit time-consuming to prepare healthy meals after a long and tiring day, and it is often easier to resort to takeout or frozen meals. The good news is that eating at home can be made significantly easier by meal prepping. Prepping beforehand can cut down on the stress of cooking while also being healthier and more economical! Here are some quick and easy dinner ideas. Oven-Roasted Veg

Americans are eating healthy: Just ask them! According to Live Science, a Consumer Reports survey reveals that 90 percent of Americans think their diet is healthy. However, more than 70 percent of Americans are overweight or obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. So, what gives? For one thing, certain foods can appear healthier than they are. It has become extremely common for products to be marketed as “natural” or “superfood” with little or no r

Nothing warms your bones and fills your belly better on a chilly day than a piping hot bowl of tasty soup. These delicious recipes use a bounty of vegetables, lean meats and flavorful seasonings to create tasty soup to keep your taste buds happy and your diet on track. Who doesn’t love a good bowl of tasty soup after a long day? It’s a classic dish that has the ability to warm the soul on those chilly evenings. What’s even better? Tasty soup can be packed with plenty of  heal

Find out if the 50 Day Diet is right for you! As the new year approaches, many people vow to finally lose the weight they’ve been carrying around for months, even years. Many of us start researching the latest fad diets to get the weight off fast, because once you decide to do it, you want it done now! But instead of giving into the gimmicks, why not try something that will not only get the weight off, but keep it off for good? We’re talking about the 50 Day Diet. What i

‘Tis the night before Christmas when all through the house, The food scents are wafting, your stomach, it growls. The desserts are all prepped, the temptations abound. The guests have arrived with goodies by the pound. So what are your options in a situation like this? It’d be easy to cave and give your results a goodbye kiss. But you in your skinny jeans, and your friends on The Leaf Know you’ll regret it—your goal is in reach! So chop up your veggies and lay off the cake S

Thought you couldn’t enjoy the holidays and keep losing weight? Think again! These easy to assemble festive treats aren’t just adorable, they’re diet-friendly, too! Prep a big batch of them and bring them to holiday gatherings, or have all the ingredients on hand and spend some time with the kiddies or grandkiddies creating them together. Either way, we know you and your fellow party-goers will absolutely adore these perfectly themed holiday eats. So, without further ado, her

Here are 6 fun, healthy last-minute gift ideas for kids! Oh, the holidays. What a joy it is to see friends and family that you’ve been missing. Everyone gathers for a bushel of fun and… oh no, you forgot to get gifts for your best friend’s children! No worries, we have six last-minute gift idea for kids, straight ahead! 6 Holiday Gift Ideas for Kids Plant Therapy’s Forest Friends KidSafe Diffuser These are great gift ideas for kids who are nervous or anxious, or just curio

Learn how to find the best healthy back pillow for you! Whether you’re a side sleeper, a stomach sleeper, or someone who sleeps most of the night on your back, we all need our beauty sleep. Not only does the body use those hours each night to rest and rejuvenate, but it also uses the time to heal and recover from any stress or illness that may be affecting us. There are several important keys to getting a restful night of sleep, but finding a healthy back pillow, or sid

Are you looking for the next best motivational book for women? Whether you want inspiration in your personal or professional life, you can’t go wrong with these seven books. From the genius mind who created Grey’s Anatomy, Private Practice, Scandal, and more comes Year of Yes: How to Dance It Out, Stand in the Sun and Be Your Own Person. Rhimes wrote the book when her sister told her that she didn’t seem to be reaching for anything outside of her comfort zone. Rhimes took tha

Shorter days, less sun and chilly temps has a way of bringing you down. The winter blahs are real and for some people, it may develop into seasonal depression. Food is not a fix. However, a growing body of research suggests that your diet and certain healthy superfoods may influence (and even improve) your mood. One recent study, published in the journal PLOS ONE, found symptoms of depression dropped significantly among a small group of young adults who ate healthier for thre

Learn four steps you can take to achieve and maintain healthy lungs for life. November is National Lung Cancer Awareness Month, which makes it a perfect time to focus on maintaining healthy lungs for life. There are many factors that play a role in lung health, and thankfully you can take control of many of them. Keep reading to learn 4 steps you can take to achieve and maintain healthy lungs for life. 4 Steps to Help Protect Healthy Lungs for Life Don’t Smoke Smoking ca

When you’re short on time and trying to stay on track with your diet, it’s always a great idea to have some delicious casserole recipes in your arsenal. They are simple to prepare as make-ahead meals, easily transported and even great for parties. Keep these healthy casserole recipes on hand for dinners that are easy and delicious. Just click on the recipe title to get the full recipe. 1. Twice Baked Cauliflower Casserole Enjoy this creamy, cheesy casserole that replaces car

Start a new tradition with one (or all) of these 12 Healthy Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes! All hail, the mighty Thanksgiving side dish …and the power it has to divide a family. We recognize the importance that side dishes have at family gatherings and sometimes it’s hard to break tradition and try new dishes but we’ve got 12 Healthy Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes that we think are worth ruffling feathers over. Here you’ll find some of our favorite dishes that are either a he