There is nothing like being out in the natural beauty of the world for making the soul happy! I spent the later part of today walking through Willowdale State Forest located on the North shore of Massachusetts. The air was crisp, the snow was soft from the warmth of the sun, and my heart was HAPPY. Being outside can bring a sense of peace and lightness to our lives. There are many new studies that are showing that being out in nature is good for our health, both physically an

Omega-3s and omega-6s are known as essential fatty acids (EFAs). The word “essential” indicates that our bodies cannot produce these polyunsaturated fats; therefore, they must be obtained from the diet. Both of these fatty acids provide multiple health benefits, but having a correct balance of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty is key. Generally speaking, an excess of omega-6 is considered pro-inflammatory, while omega-3’s are considered anti-inflammatory. The Standard American Diet

This recipe is one of my go-to recipes for keeping healthy snacks around the house. I love that you can make these as mini muffins or regular muffins and have them for breakfast on those busy mornings when you are rushing out the door. They are even kid friendly! Makes: 24 mini cups or 6 regular cups Prep time: 10 minutes Bake time: 15 minutes Click HERE to print the recipe. Ingredients 3 ripe bananas 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce 2 cups oats ¼ cup unsweetened vanilla almond