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I Tried 5 Pre-Made Meals From Costco and Will Definitely Eat These Again

By Kayla Garritano / December 27, 2023 / Comments Off on I Tried 5 Pre-Made Meals From Costco and Will Definitely Eat These Again

When in a time crunch after a busy day, there’s no way you’ll want to make a home-cooked meal that will take hours to prepare. You look for alternatives that will feed a family (or just yourself) and take little to no time to cook. Costco is a gem for many food items, but they…

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I Tasted 5 Trader Joe’s Frozen Pasta and This One Was My Favorite

By Kayla Garritano / December 11, 2023 / Comments Off on I Tasted 5 Trader Joe’s Frozen Pasta and This One Was My Favorite

As a busy woman who gets too tired by the end of the day to attempt to cook dinner, I live off of easy-to-make meals. Trader Joe’s is one of my favorite grocery stores to shop at because of its variety of quick meals, including the ones in their freezer section. The stocked selection of…

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8 Ways to Destress So You Can Live a Longer Life

By Kayla Garritano / December 9, 2023 / Comments Off on 8 Ways to Destress So You Can Live a Longer Life

Stress has become a very common part of the everyday normal routine and can stem from several different problems such as at work or in your personal life. Stress is a force to be reckoned with, and if you don’t manage it, you may find it doing some damage to your body. This includes headaches,…

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7 Healthiest Foods at Target Dietitians Swear By

By Kayla Garritano / November 18, 2023 / Comments Off on 7 Healthiest Foods at Target Dietitians Swear By

Target makes for a great one-stop shop. You can find everything from clothes to toys, from electronics to home decor…you name it! This retail store also makes for a great place to pick up your groceries for the week. While Target carries a lot of popular food brands, they also feature their own special stock,…

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I Cut Sugar Out of My Morning Coffee and Noticed These 4 Results

By Kayla Garritano / September 23, 2023 / Comments Off on I Cut Sugar Out of My Morning Coffee and Noticed These 4 Results

My morning routine comes with a cup of coffee in hand; it helps to jump-start my day and gives me the post-wake-up energy I need. For years, I would drink coffee iced with cream and sugar. While it tasted delicious, it wasn’t my healthiest choice. I finally decided to make some changes, starting with swapping…

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The Cabbage Soup Diet Is Gaining Popularity Again, and Experts Aren’t Happy

By Kayla Garritano / September 21, 2023 / Comments Off on The Cabbage Soup Diet Is Gaining Popularity Again, and Experts Aren’t Happy

Diet trends have been around for years, and it always seems as if there’s a new fad that claims to help you lose weight quickly. Along with new trends, old ones are also starting to make comebacks. Currently, there’s being brought back to light; the Cabbage Soup Diet. As seen recently on TikTok, vloggers are…

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Stress Eating? Here’s Why We Snack When We’re Stressed — And Foods That Help

By Kayla Garritano / August 21, 2023 / Comments Off on Stress Eating? Here’s Why We Snack When We’re Stressed — And Foods That Help

Life can get complicated. We have projects due at work, bills to pay, kids to raise, and just an overall busy schedule that causes plenty of stress. There are many ways we cope with stress, one of those including eating. And sometimes, too much eating. With a pile on our plates (both metaphorically and figuratively),…

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Trader Joe’s Frozen Chicken Tikka Masala

The 7 Best Quick Meals at Trader Joe’s, According to Experts

By Kayla Garritano / August 11, 2023 / Comments Off on The 7 Best Quick Meals at Trader Joe’s, According to Experts

In a life full of hustle and bustle, it’s hard to find time to cook. Whether it be for dinner that night, meal prep for lunches, or even just grabbing breakfast, eating a nutritious meal seems near impossible at times, and fast food restaurants become our savior. But just because you’re tired or don’t have…

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I Tried a Trader Joe’s Inspired Cookbook and These Were My Favorite Recipes

By Kayla Garritano / August 3, 2023 / Comments Off on I Tried a Trader Joe’s Inspired Cookbook and These Were My Favorite Recipes

Trader Joe’s is an iconic grocery store full of delicious foods, everything from seasonal delights to their signature staples. With its popularity, it’s no surprise that shoppers have taken Trader Joe’s to new heights by creating recipes based on the foods they find in the store. While some have taken their culinary skills to TikTok,…

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I Stopped Drinking Coffee After 4 PM and Noticed These 5 Effects

By Kayla Garritano / July 15, 2023 / Comments Off on I Stopped Drinking Coffee After 4 PM and Noticed These 5 Effects

Coffee has been a part of my drinking habits for as long as I can remember. Growing up in an Italian home, coffee was coursing through our veins. My Nonna would even give me little cups of it with milk when I was younger. The addiction continued as I carried on with school and extracurriculars…

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8 Healthy Habits to Stop Stress Eating, Say Experts

By Kayla Garritano / June 4, 2023 / Comments Off on 8 Healthy Habits to Stop Stress Eating, Say Experts

Everyone handles stress differently, with various coping mechanisms that seem to work for each individual. One of the most common ways that people handle stress is by eating. Stress eating, also known as emotional eating, is a way to repress and negate pessimistic feelings, including stress. But while it may work for some, it’s also…

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7 Healthy Lunches You Can Freeze For Easy Meals

By Kayla Garritano / May 6, 2023 / Comments Off on 7 Healthy Lunches You Can Freeze For Easy Meals

It’s so easy for the day to slip away from you when you’re busy. Whether being enthralled in your work or running around doing your errands, it’s easy to forget that you need to eat lunch in between all the hassles. And then, if you find a small amount of time to eat lunch, odds…

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7 Tips for Beginner Runners, According to Trainers

By Kayla Garritano / March 10, 2023 / Comments Off on 7 Tips for Beginner Runners, According to Trainers

Running boasts a lot of health benefits. For starters, the more you run can help with your cardiovascular health. Getting those legs moving can help loosen up the stiffness of your aortic vessel, making it easier to pump blood, and can also improve blood pressure. Furthermore, running can help relieve stress and increase your endorphins,…

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What Are Magnesium Flakes, and Are They Good for You? An Expert Weighs In.

By Kayla Garritano / January 20, 2023 / Comments Off on What Are Magnesium Flakes, and Are They Good for You? An Expert Weighs In.

Magnesium flakes have taken on the world by storm as of late. But while you might have heard about it in passing, what do you really know about the product? Generally speaking, magnesium may boast some benefits like supporting muscle and nerve function as well as energy production, which is why there are benefits to…

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I Tried 3 Weight Loss Challenges, Here’s Why I Won’t Try Any More

By Kayla Garritano / January 19, 2023 / Comments Off on I Tried 3 Weight Loss Challenges, Here’s Why I Won’t Try Any More

When trying to find a weight loss solution, the Internet is not shy about developing new diets, cleanses, and challenges. It seems like each year a new trend is created, and it explodes on social media with influencers telling you how much it’s helped them and how we should all try it if we’re looking…

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Trying to Lose Weight? These Are the Diets Dietitians Say To Avoid

By Kayla Garritano / December 30, 2022 / Comments Off on Trying to Lose Weight? These Are the Diets Dietitians Say To Avoid

We’re living in a time where there are so many new diet trends and fads that all claim to be the “best method” for weight loss. Although certain diets can help with different health issues, like your immunity, not all diets were created equal. Just because they can help you lose weight quickly doesn’t mean…

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Are Sardines Good For You? A Dietitian Weighs In.

By Kayla Garritano / November 26, 2022 / Comments Off on Are Sardines Good For You? A Dietitian Weighs In.

When you think of sardines, what comes to mind? Typically, you might associate them with being small oily fish that you avoid eating at all costs, and they get a bad rep for their salty and fishy taste. While this seems to be the norm, what if we told you that canned sardines are making…

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