by Nicole Olen, RDN | Nov 16, 2020 | Family, Healthy Eating, Holiday, Stress, Travel
When the holidays come around, people are more stressed in general. And when you are stressed, it is easy to let your goals fall by the wayside. It’s easy to just “restart next year” or set New Year’s resolutions to kick-start yourself in the right direction next...
by Nicole Olen, RDN | Feb 19, 2020 | Fruits & Veggies, Healthy Eating, Holiday, Recipe
Valentine’s Day has come and gone, but the chocolate is still here. Need some inspiration on how to use up the chocolate leftovers with a healthy twist?! Read on… Melt and drizzle over fresh fruit. I love pineapple in chocolate, but strawberries, oranges, &...
by Nicole Olen, RDN | Dec 20, 2019 | Diets, Healthy Eating, Holiday, Meal Prep, Uncategorized
How many times have you heard “New Year, New Me” already this month? January 1st always comes with TONS of resolutions… it is a great time of year to reflect on the past and look into the future. It’s also the time of year that lots of people want to start eating...
by Nicole Olen, RDN | Nov 27, 2019 | Grocery Shopping, Healthy Eating, Holiday, Protein, Travel
While most of your holiday shopping will likely be completed behind your computer, tablet or phone this year, at some point, you will likely hit the stores in person too. And especially if you are making a day of it, you will NEED TO PACK SNACKS to get yourself...
by Nicole Olen, RDN | Nov 20, 2019 | Carbs, Diets, Family, Fruits & Veggies, Healthy Eating, Holiday
It’s the time of year where you’ll be overloaded with holiday parties, family gatherings, and FOOD. Now, indulging here and there is 100% okay and encouraged. But, if you need some ideas on ways to lighten up your plate, here are some simple tricks to keep you...
by Nicole Olen, RDN | Dec 17, 2018 | Family, Holiday, Recipe
This past weekend, we hosted our 2nd annual Christmas Cookie Extravaganza with family. As expected, it was amazing and delicious, and we were able to knock out 15 different treats in only 6 hours (…and that included clean-up of the kitchen as well!) It was a...