It might not even be reality. Body image is a very personal and intimate construct, made up of our thoughts and feelings about our body. It’s how we see ourselves when we look in the mirror. Body image is not about how our bodies actually look; rather it is about how we think our bodies…
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Crunchy Chicken Lettuce Wraps
They’re fun, crunchy, healthy, and super kid-friendly too. These Crunchy Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a win-win for dinner. With many of the recipes I write, I try to keep in mind the pickiest eater I know…that includes those who won’t eat vegetables or taste new ingredients. I also think about those who only stock basic…
Flavor Bomb Pesto & Chicken Caesar Salad
It’s simple but it packs in loads of flavor for a one-dish meal. At Between Carpools, we love those one dish meals that are healthy and light and do a good job pleasing at least a majority of the people. If you’re looking for salads that are a meal, we have this Ramen Crunch Salad…
Update: What to Wear When You Workout
The right clothing is super important for a great workout. Here are my favorites. UPDATE: Since we first published this post, there has been new “dupes” on the market–workout gear you can get on Amazon that almost mimics the more expensive original. Working out is not easy. “Getting there” is probably the hardest part. Once…
Start Your Day With This Fat-Free Gluten-Free (and Actually Good!) Breakfast Muffin
This muffin tastes like a hearty bowl of breakfast oatmeal in muffin form. We recently put out a call for a healthy (non-banana) muffin from our social media followers. Tzippora reached out with this recipe she created for her husband. He has celiac disease and she wanted to create a grab and go breakfast that’s…
Basics: Make Your Own Amazing Hummus/Chummus
Hummus/Chummus can be the start of an amazing meal. And a great version is just a couple of minutes away… During photoshoots and meetings we discuss different things we’re cooking or doing and that usually becomes the content we write for BCP. If we need it now, it’s possible it will help someone else. During…
Just Throw It All In and You Have The Most Refreshing Tomato Dip
If you have a food processor or mini chopper, this refreshing tomato salad/dip comes together in one whirl. My 12-year-old niece, Suri Brier, made this salad for Shabbos and everyone loved it! (Yes, she’s 12! We don’t discriminate against kids! If a recipe is good, it’s good, even if it was created by a pre-teen)….
We Asked 10 Different Women How They Self Care
Our conclusion? There is no wrong way. As long as what you do, helps you be a better “you”. So, you packed two kids for camp. You cleaned up end-of-school year briefcases. You made sure everyone has at least 2 bathing suits that fit. You filled out wayyyy too many forms. You even took them…
The No-Cook Falafel Solution: Make a Falafel Smash Sandwich
In the mood of falafel but don’t want to actually cook? This healthy sandwich is the solution. No forming balls, no frying. Just flavor. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and you have lunch. Once mixture is coarsely mashed, mix in cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions This mixture is also a great “mock tuna” –…
These Acai Cups are Perfect for Teens to Bring to School
Do you need a grab and go solution for breakfast or a midmorning snack? My friends and I have been working a while to find the perfect consistency for our Acai Cups. The challenge? We don’t eat them fresh. Rather, we grab them in the morning to enjoy at the time of our first break…
