How to Make Healthy Jello

healthy homemade jello no sugar

Oh, Jello…. the sugar (or chemical) laden mystery food of hospitals and cafeterias. I went to public school and got my fair share of this stuff back then, so I had never made this for my kids… until now. The “Jello” Gelatin you can buy in stores is packed with sugar or chemical sugar substitutes, [...]

Sugarless Cranberry Sauce

healthy cranberry sauce recipe

Next on the list of healthy Thanksgiving recipes… Cranberry Sauce. Check out the healthy versions of Green Bean Casserole, Sweet Potato Casserole and Butternut Squash Soup if you missed those and stay tuned for recipes for stuffing, turkey, and other sides this week. I’ll also be posting a full menu plan with recipes and shopping [...]

Banana Bread & Muffins

gluten free grain free coconut flour banana bread

Thanks to reader Sarah for passing on this great tip for a healthy banana bread recipe! She modified my Apple Cinnamon Coconut Flour Muffins to make a healthy version of banana bread. This wasn’t a recipe I’d tried myself, because I’m not much for bananas, and just hadn’t had a desire to make banana bread. [...]

35 Easy On-The-Go Lunch and Snack Ideas

what to pack for kids for healthy lunch low carb grain free

I’ve gotten several emails lately asking for some easy options for lunches and snacks on the go. I admit, this isn’t my strongest area since my kids are still pre-school age and my husband is often in and out of his home office around lunch time, so I’m able to just prepare food at home. [...]

Wanted: Your Advice!

how to simplify a healthy life

I recently got a great email from a reader who, after journeying through vegetarianism, vegan-ism and even to being a raw food fruitarian, is making the transition to a grain free, real food way of eating, including healthy amounts of proteins and fats. Heather’s story really is an incredible one, and I commend her for [...]