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It's gettin' a bit chili ain't it?                                                 Image from : https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/89993/award-winning-chili-con-carne/ With Halloween around the corner and spooky season upon us bundle up, hit the couch, and turn on your favorite scary movie with this delicious and nutritious chili! This recipe has been adapted from my nana's and my mom's own personal recipes and was one of the first meals I learned to make on my own. Chili is a simple and nutrient-loaded meal with good sources of protein, magnesium, fiber, and most importantly FLAVOR. I love that there is no one way or right way to make chili, there are so many recipes and different options out there for all preferences, so have some fun with it! Pair your bowl of chili with side options like cornbread muffins, guacamole, tortilla chips, white rice, noodles, or whatever else sounds good to you! 3-BEAN CHILI INGREDIENTS 1lb ground meat 2 cans of black beans 2 cans of

  Coffee                                                        The world consumes 400 billion cups of coffee every year, marking it one of the most popular drinks. Coffee is a staple at every street corner or office building, providing energy for individuals throughout the day.  The FDA recommends a moderate intake of coffee (3-5 cups per day) or 400 milligrams of caffeine.  Nutritional Profile of Black Coffee: Nutrients per serving. One 8-ounce serving of black coffee contains: Calories: 2 Protein: 0 grams Fat: 0 grams Carbohydrates: 0 grams Fiber: 0 grams Sugar: 0 grams Sodium: 5 milligrams Benefits of Coffee: Coffee contains polyphenols - a type of antioxidant that helps protect against free radicals in the body. Coffee also contains good amounts of vitamin B2 and magnesium.  Coffee has also been associated with protecting against chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, Parkinsons’ disease, liver disease and cancer.  Precautions of Coffee: Not everyone enjoys black or dark coffee

Designed by Freepik  www.freepik.com      We all know the popular Tik Tok trend that uses a picture of a dolphin with rainbows and the lyrics “I just want to be part of your symphony!” Before you go bashing the photo why not give a Meatless Monday here and there a shot? Here are a few reasons why you should give tofu (a plant-based protein source) a shot. The cost of a 1-pound block of tofu is about $3.42   (Walmart 2024).   The average cost of 1 pound of 100% ground beef across the United States is $5.57 ( US Bureau of Labor Statistics ). You could save 2.15 per pound! There are about 5 servings in 1 block of tofu (91 grams each) and about four servings in one pound of ground beef. Tofu has vitamins like calcium, manganese, vitamin A, and iron as well as all the essential amino acids your body needs. Studies have found that tofu improves hearth health, builds muscle, lowers cancer risk, helps with weight management, and strengthens bones too ( Cleveland Clinic 2024 ). When it comes to

  Top Five Higher Protein Swaps Are you looking to increase your protein intake but aren't sure how? Follow along and let me show you my favorites to swap when I want to boost my protein. We all have different goals and protein needs, however some individuals may require a little extra!   Let’s get into it!  Regular Yogurt → Greek Yogurt  Greek yogurt contains 18g protein per serving (¾ C) and regular yogurt only contains 5g per serving (¾ C) Greek yogurt is extremely versatile and can also be used to substitute sour cream, or made into a dressing/dip Regular Pasta → Banza Pasta  Banza pasta contains 20g of protein per serving (3.5 oz) and regular pasta only contains 7g per serving (2 oz) Dont worry! Banza pasta offers a variety of different shapes and sized pasta to make sure you can get your favorite kind!  Ricotta Cheese → Cottage Cheese   Cottage cheese contains 13g of protein per serving (½ C) and ricotta cheese only contains 5g per serving (¼ C) Did you know Starbucks egg bi

An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but what do I do with the 20 others?    The leaves are changing, the temperature is dropping, we’re listening to Red (Taylor’s Version) on repeat. All these are signs that fall is finally here, which only means one thing: apple picking.  Orchards across Northeast Ohio are opening their doors for pick-your-own apples, where you can spend the day plucking apples off the tree, instead of out of grocery store bins.  No matter where you get them from, apples are rich sources of fiber, micronutrients, and phytochemicals that can help keep us healthy. High fiber diets have been shown to improve gut health, reduce the risk of certain cancers, and help protect against cardiovascular disease. And with the colder weather also comes cold and flu season, making the powerful antioxidant properties of the vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals even more important. However, if you’ve ever been apple picking, you know you will inevitably walk out with far more appl