Fall Comfort Foods You Can Feel Good About

Fall is in the air – it’s a time when many of us start craving our favorite comfort foods like casseroles, soups, and stews.   I love comfort foods like soups, chilis, and casseroles – they’re easy to prepare and can be full of nutrients if you choose the right ingredients.  Recently I appeared on Let’s Talk Live DC to discuss my favorite tips for a healthy fall. Check out the video below or read on for some highlights: Eggs Are Back for Breakfast I love egg dishes for a warm comforting breakfast that’s full of nutrients.  Eggs had a bad rap for a while, but research now shows that egg consumption does not contribute to increased risk of cardiovascular disease.  I created this savory egg strata recipe for Cabot using their seriously sharp cheddar; it’s perfect for weekend entertaining because I can prepare it ahead of time, so that all I have to do in the morning is pop it in the oven.  Any leftovers make a wonderful lunch or light dinner. Cover your Bases with a Multivitamin During cold and flu season I take extra steps to keep my family healthy – not only do we get flu shots, but I also make sure that we take multivitamins to reduce our risks of getting sick.  Gummy vitamins are one my favorites because they’re delicious and convenient. I prefer Vitafusion MultiVites because they’re made in the USA, contain only natural colors and flavors, and just two gummies are a complete vitamin and mineral supplement.  MultiVites are made for adults, and th...
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