Polenta has come a long way since its beginnings as a ‘peasant food’ in Europe. Also known as ‘Italian grits’ polenta is a mixture of yellow or white cornmeal and water or soup stock. Perhaps its popularity has skyrocketed recently due to its versatility. Once polenta has been boiled together with the liquid base it becomes similar to a creamy porridge. You can eat it… Read more »

While the jury’s still out on whether or not stretching helps improve your performance or prevent injuries and muscle soreness, there’s no doubt that it feels pretty darn good. It can certainly help you ease into your workout and wind down when you’re done, and it also improves your flexibility.… Read more »

The only thing better than deciding what you’re going to eat this Fourth of July is finding the perfect red, white and blue accents to give your party that extra spark. Decorate your picnic table or backyard bonfire with some of our favorite finds from around the web:… Read more »

Warm weather means more opportunities to get outside and fire up the grill! The smell of sizzling deliciousness being kissed by BBQ flames is pretty much the smell of summer.

Everyone knows about the usual grilling suspects – hot dogs, burgers, steaks, kebabs – but why not get creative with your grilling? Many foods taste absolutely delicious when grilled, and the possibilities are really only limited by your imagination … Read more »

Eating more vegetables can be as simple as adding more salad to your life, but what if the idea of eating a salad bores you to tears? You’re not alone. It’s probably because you haven’t explored all the wonderful world of salad (yes, I just said that).

There’s much more to salad than mixed greens!… Read more »

Greek yogurt is everywhere these days, and it’s not just a trend – there are some pretty compelling reasons why more people are choosing Greek yogurt over other varieties.… Read more »

What’s not to like about earth’s flavorful, naturally sweet, and beautiful bounty of fruits? From the classic fruit salad, to fruit smoothies and oatmeal toppers, fruit gives us a nutritious way to enjoy a little sweetness in our lives without reaching for … Read more »