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...

Hello Reader! We are now officially in the summer season! In our last newsletter, we talked about setting summer health goals. Today, I'm excited to provide more details about our community challenges and share some ideas for outdoor workouts. Joining our community challenges this summer is the perfect way to get active and connect with others. Here’s how you can get involved: First, join my private Facebook group, Commit to Health & Wellness. This is where I will be posting the challenges....