Tasting Summer: My Fave Watermelon Recipes

Tasting Summer: My Fave Watermelon Recipes

Updated June 8, 2023 (Originally posted on July 31, 2015) Watermelon holds a special place in my heart, as it reminds me of my Grandpa, who I lovingly called “Pop-eye.” Pop-eye, native to Polo, IL taught me how to spit watermelon seeds. He would slice off a wedge of...
Frozen Banana Split Bites

Frozen Banana Split Bites

This frozen banana split bites recipe is an oldie but a goodie! The video may be a throwback, but these are a perfect treat for summer! We’re calling these banana split bites because that’s one of my all time favorite desserts, but you could really use any...
Optimized Nutrition for Mental Health

Optimized Nutrition for Mental Health

There is no disputing that good nutrition helps you to achieve the best physical health. But, new research shows how important nutrition can be when it comes to mental health too.   You may have experienced the impact of stress and other mental health challenges on...
Pirate’s Booty Breaded Fish

Pirate’s Booty Breaded Fish

Pirate’s Booty Breaded fish, what? Oh yea, why not bread their fish with an well-accepted snack food?! Sometimes creativity goes a long way when tempting your child with a certain food. This certainly holds true when it comes to fish. Why We Should Raise Fish...
Healthy Snacks for Kids

Healthy Snacks for Kids

As a parent, it can be so hard to come up with healthy snacks for kids. And when your kiddos are asking for snacks multiple times a day, it can be a challenge to know what to do.   How do I get my kiddos to eat healthier snacks, not just the sugary, processed snacks...