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I share practical nutrition and wellness strategies for women 40+, plus guidance for families navigating food allergies.
Hi Reader, I was recently updating my Allergy-Friendly Lunches and Snacks post from a few years ago when I realized something. I'm actually going to print out my own list for myself this summer! While I originally wrote it for school lunches, many of the ideas work just as well for camp, pool days, road trips, and busy summer afternoons. It reminded me of several make-ahead options that can help break the cycle of serving the same lunches and snacks over and over again. If you have a tween or...
Hi Reader! Several years ago, my family joined a community garden that is about a five-minute walk from our house. Every couple of days, I walk over to weed, check on the plants, and see what is growing. It gives me a little exercise, some quiet time, and a chance to catch up with neighbors. This year we are growing lettuce, cucumbers, zucchini, several varieties of tomatoes, and plenty of basil. There is something incredibly satisfying about watching tiny plants turn into food that...
Happy Memorial Day Reader! This weekend definitely feels like the unofficial start of summer over here. We have birthday celebrations, family gatherings, trips to the farmer’s market, end of school events coming up, and somehow we are also making sure we remember to pick up crickets for our gecko along the way. Healthy nutrition for all! As exciting as this time of year is, I also know this is when food routines can start feeling more complicated for families managing food allergies, picky...