North Carolina has become a very popular place for people looking to start a career in healthcare. Hospitals are growing. New clinics are opening. Demand is rising fast. From big cities like Charlotte and Raleigh to smaller towns, jobs in healthcare are everywhere. That sounds great at first. It sounds like a clear path forward, … Read more
My family can’t get enough of this easy pumpkin cake. Moist, warmly spiced, and topped with tangy cream cheese frosting, it’s a delicious fall dessert! This pumpkin cake recipe is my family’s new favorite fall dessert. I made it for my mom and my sister’s family when we all got together a few weeks ago, … Read more
“],”filter”:{“nextExceptions”:”img, blockquote, div”,”nextContainsExceptions”:”img, blockquote, a.btn, a.o-button”},”renderIntial”:true,”wordCount”:350}”> The most famous joke in music involves a lost tourist in Manhattan who asks a passing musician how to get to Carnegie Hall. The reply: “Practice, practice, practice.” This quip popped to mind when I was reading a new study about the caloric requirements of 100-mile mountain ultramarathons. You’ll … Read more
These Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are filled with hearty beans, corn, zesty salsa, and topped with guacamole for a 30-minute vegan dinner perfect for a weeknight! Even though we’re not vegan, I like to add plant-based meals to our menu once in a while. I think it’s good to give our bodies a rest from the … Read more
Listen, I love mashed potatoes as much as the next person, but sometimes your plate needs a little freshness before you take your third scoop. These Thanksgiving salads are crisp, colorful, a little nostalgic, and honestly pretty irresistible. From crispy leafy greens that are loaded with fall produce to my kids favorite “salad that’s basically … Read more
I debunk the myth of protein as the most satiating macronutrient. The importance of satiety is underscored by a rare genetic condition known as Prader-Willi syndrome. Children with the disorder are born with impaired signaling between their digestive system and their brain, so they don’t know when they’re full. “Because no sensation of satiety tells … Read more
Travel retail a major growth opportunity for confectionery brands – Summary Travel sweets and snacks market valued at $4.8bn and growing fast Expected to reach $7.7bn by 2030 with 8.3% CAGR Travel retail offers captive, affluent audience for impulse purchases Mondelēz uses exclusive packaging and experiences to drive engagement Sector shift opens strategic opportunities for … Read more
Big Food uses our hard-wired drive for dietary diversity against us. How did we evolve to solve the daunting task of selecting a diet that supplies all the essential nutrients? Dietary diversity. By eating a variety of foods, we increase our chances of hitting all the bases. If we only ate for pleasure, we might … Read more
This budget friendly chicken and rice soup packs big flavor with simple ingredients and easy steps. It’s the kind of soup that tastes even better the next day! Chicken and rice soup sounds simple but getting the texture right takes a bit of know how. If you cook it too fast the rice breaks down … Read more
When I first started Wellness Mama I couldn’t have imagined where this journey would take me. All of the research, connecting with you, and interviewing dozens of health experts. I still pinch myself that this has become such a shared adventure. It’s humbling, a little surreal, and deeply meaningful to reflect on everything I’ve learned, … Read more