Tag: food

  • Many Diets Fail Because of This Reason

    Many Diets Fail Because of This Reason

    Many diets fail because, well … people are hungry!  Eating less during the day to cut calories often leads to overeating in the evening because people are not eating enough quality calories and are hungry! Reducing calories during the week tends to contribute to binging on weekends because people have been eating salads every day…

  • Why Daily Habits Matter

    Why Daily Habits Matter

    Why daily habits matter… Weight loss goals are usually about numbers. I want to lose 10 pounds. I want to fit into my size 4 jeans.  This means that, if you are successful at reaching your weight loss goal, there is a finish line.  The problem with having a finish line when it comes to…

  • Healthy Fall Treats

    Healthy Fall Treats

    Are you looking for healthy fall treats? I love all things fall! Halloween candy, caramel apples, hot apple cider. You name it, I am here for it! And every now and then, I treat myself. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is about balance, right? 👍 This also means – I can’t ALWAYS indulge.  These three healthy…

  • How Your Diet Affects Your Mental & Emotional Health

    How Your Diet Affects Your Mental & Emotional Health

    When it comes to mental and emotional health, there are a variety of factors that contribute to feeling strong and healthy. These factors include things like exercise, diet, sleep, social support, stress management, and a sense of purpose. There are many factors at play when we consider overall health. And there are many foods and…

  • Eating Habits To Avoid if You Want a Flat Stomach

    Eating Habits To Avoid if You Want a Flat Stomach

    We all want a flat stomach. Having excess weight around our middle can make it hard to feel confident in our skin and comfortable in our clothes.  We usually attribute our belly size to fat (which sometimes it is). But for many adults, the size of our midsections is seriously influenced by bloating. Research suggests that…

  • 3 Simple Steps To Eating Healthy Every Week

    3 Simple Steps To Eating Healthy Every Week

    Developing and maintaining good nutrition requires intention… and planning! You know here at MOVE SMILE BREATHE we are all about developing healthy habits into routines. Today we’re sharing 3 simple steps to eating healthy every week. We make our food choices at home based on what we have available to us. When rushed, tired, or…

  • Thai Chicken Stir Fry

    Thai Chicken Stir Fry

    Another light and clean family favorite — Thai Chicken Stir Fry. This meal was my son’s favorite all through high school. If you have a teenage boy you might want to double the recipe. 😉 You can save some time by using frozen vegetables and throwing them in the skillet after the chicken is cooked…

  • Fresh Corn Salad

    Fresh Corn Salad

    Fresh Corn Salad is a wonderful way to get in some vegetables without cooking, especially during the summer when corn is found more abundantly. Fresh Corn Salad goes well with grilled chicken, steaks, or burgers. It has that fresh out of the garden flavor to it. Try it out and let us know what you…

  • Ultra-processed foods make me angry

    Ultra-processed foods make me angry

    It’s not your imagination. Ultra-processed foods actually ARE specifically designed to make you crave them. I’m talking about from start to finish: their ingredients, taste, packaging, and marketing. These foods are created to make you want MORE, MORE, MORE. But the thing is, these foods are also some of the absolute WORST things you can…

  • Rotisserie Chicken Tacos

    Rotisserie Chicken Tacos

    Do you need a healthy dinner or lunch in a hurry? These Rotisserie Chicken Tacos will hit the spot! With barely any prep time they are ready to eat in minutes. Top them with your favorites: salsa, avocado, shredded cheese, greek yogurt, cilantro, tomatoes, red onion, cabbage, etc. Are you a huge taco fan like…