Packing lunch for a toddler or preschooler can feel like one more thing to figure out during an already busy morning. You want to send your child to school or daycare with a lunch that is nutritious and filling, but also want to pack foods they will actually eat. Trying to come up with new ideas day after day can easily make it feel like you’re running out of options. The good news is that school lunches don’t need to be complicated. In today’s post, I’ll share some simple lunch combinations, ideas for picky eaters, and food safety tips to make school and daycare lunches easier to manage.

August is one of the best times of year to visit a farmers market in the Portland area. With gardens and farms at their peak, you’ll find colorful fruits and vegetables bursting with flavor. Shopping seasonally helps to support local farmers and enjoy food at its freshest and tastiest. In today’s post, I'll share what’s in season this time of year, nutrition highlights, and how to best enjoy your summer produce.

Summer gatherings often revolve around food, from backyard barbecues to potlucks and picnics. Many people wonder how to enjoy these events without feeling overly full or straying from their health goals. The good news is that you don’t need a special diet or strict food rules. A balanced plate can help you enjoy your favorite foods while supporting energy, satisfaction, and nutrition. In today’s post, I’ll share how you can easily make a balanced plate at your next summer gathering.

Some days, especially during the summer, there’s just no energy left for cooking. The good news is that balanced meals don’t have to be elaborate, and convenience foods can absolutely be a part of healthy eating. In today’s post, I’ll share why protein matters and simple ways to include it at meals, even on low-energy days.

The first trimester can feel like survival mode. Between nausea, food aversions, and constant fatigue, eating the way you used to may suddenly feel impossible. One day a food may sound fine, but the next day it doesn’t. You might feel hungry but unable to figure out what actually sounds good. Instead of aiming for perfect nutrition, the goal is to eat in a way that helps you feel a little better and keeps your energy steady. In today’s post, I’ll share how to approach food in the first trimester in a way that feels doable.

Spring means longer days, blooming flowers, and unfortunately for many people, seasonal allergies. If you deal with sneezing, congestion, or itchy eyes this time of year, you’re definitely not alone. While pollen is the main trigger, the body’s inflammatory response plays a big role in how severe allergy symptoms feel. Nutrition can’t fix seasonal allergies, but certain foods may help support the immune system and calm inflammation. In today’s post, I’ll share which foods to eat to help your body respond a little more smoothly to seasonal allergens.

Ever notice how 3 PM hits and suddenly you’re exhausted? Your brain feels foggy. You’re irritable. Maybe a little shaky. All you want is something salty and sweet, or just a nap. That afternoon crash might feel normal, but it doesn’t have to be. In many cases, it’s not a motivation problem, it’s a blood sugar problem.

February is American Heart Month, a reminder to pay attention to our hearts. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., so it’s worth shining a spotlight on again this year. The good news is that even small changes to your diet can make a meaningful difference, whether or not you have a personal or family history of heart disease. In today’s post, I'm sharing five easy-to-add foods that can help support your cardiovascular health.

December often brings irregular schedules, less predictable meals, and heavier reliance on convenience foods. When January arrives, it can feel tempting to try to undo everything at once, but this approach usually adds more stress than support. Eating in January without dieting means returning to stability and rebuilding rhythms, not rules. In today’s post, I’ll share simple things to do and not to do to help you regain your balance with food.

December brings colder weather, busy schedules, and more exposure to germs. That’s why it’s so important to support your family’s immune system and hopefully keep illness to a minimum this holiday season. In today’s post, I’m sharing simple, food-focused strategies that fit easily into a busy routine.