Author Archives: Grace Derocha
A must try recipe: Cauliflower Pizza Crust
Everyone loves pizza, or at least I know I do and it is a family favorite in the Derocha household. The issue with pizza is that it can be higher in calories, fat and carbohydrates. So it is not always…
7 healthy snacks to help you Stop the Slump
Healthy snacking is a great way to keep your energy up throughout a busy day, especially during those times of day where it seems like you don’t have any energy. The right snack can help you stop that energy slump….
Learn how to take your own fitness test
When you are on your own pursuit of healthiness, it is important to have a baseline point of what your fitness level is today. Evaluating your present health status is key to making healthy goals for yourself. Learn how you…
5 After work ideas to keep you happier at your job
Work life balance is something that everyone strives for but sometimes it seems like there are just not enough hours in a day to get everything done. Surprisingly (or maybe not surprisingly), there are actually a number of things that…
Veg-fetti cake recipe: Have your cake and some veggies too
I already know what you are thinking. A cake with vegetables? Yes it is and it is tasty. I am not going to tell you it is “good” for you, but it is a fun way to incorporate some vegetables…
You can still workout when you travel
Traveling and exercise are two words that don’t usually go together. Don’t worry there is a way to squeeze it in. Remember even when you are on the road, it shouldn’t be a vacation from a healthy lifestyle. Here are…
Homemade taco and ranch seasonings to help reduce your sodium intake
Americans consume too much sodium. In canned and processed foods alone there is more than the recommended amount one should have daily. The American Dietary Guidelines and the American Heart Association recommend you limit sodium within 1,500 to 2,300 mg…
Celebrating National Nutrition Month this March
Sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, this March is the 40th anniversary of National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme, “Eat Right, Your Way, Every Day,” encourages personalized healthy eating styles and recognizes that food preferences, lifestyle, cultural and…
This is the recipe that I prepared on Fox 2 News. It is a heart healthy, reduced sodium, slow cooker ratatouille. It is easy to make and a perfect vegetarian dish for the whole family. Vegetarian slow cooker ratatouille Ingredients:…
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