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Posts by Erika Gruszewski
Southwestern Two-Bean Chicken Soup
I love this recipe because it’s packed with flavor without being packed with hidden fats. I typically toss some avocado slices and crushed tortilla chips on top of the soup for an extra treat. The recipe makes 6-8 servings, so you’ll have multiple meals on hand for the week. —Nicole Schaeffer
Southwestern Two-Bean Chicken Soup
Sleep Cycle App Will Kick You Out of Bed, But Gently
The Sleep Cycle app is listed as “essential” in the app store, and for good reason! Sleep Cycle is an app that helps wake you up based on how you sleep. Since I’m basically the opposite of a morning person, I find that the customizable features and 30-minute “wake-up phase” help me feel less like…Read More »
Stealthy Zucchini Meatballs
12 Ways to Workout on the Cheap
I’ve done boot camp. I’ve joined a gym or two. I’m pretty committed when I join things—I like to get my money’s worth. But, I’ve found that the best workouts for me are those that I do at home or on my own. Don’t get me wrong. A lot of people like the socialization and…Read More »
Hidden Gems: Turmeric
It all started with this stew. Scanning the ingredient list, I saw a spice I’d never cooked with before: turmeric. I was hesitant at first but decided to try it. I picked up the bright yellow-orange spice from the grocery store and got cooking on a cold, winter day. While the stew simmered, wonderful smells…Read More »
Want to Lose Weight? Grab Your Dog’s Leash
Losing weight is…well, hard! Eat healthy, be more active…you know the drill. But getting started and sticking with it are two of the hardest parts. So, what if you had someone to keep you on track, was always available, and never said no? Would it also help if they were one of your best friends?…Read More »
Twinkle, Twinkle Little UGH. Solutions for Parents who Hate Kids’ Music.
Becoming a parent stirs up a lot of fears. Will I be a good caretaker? Who will take care of my child when I go back to work? How do you keep one of these things alive? You mean we can just take them home?! And that’s just the stuff you talk about publicly. The…Read More »
Hidden Gems: Corbett’s Glen Nature Park
What’s the Secret? You can find me at Cobb’s Hill Park in Rochester, N.Y., on the regular, so it was quite a surprise to discover Corbett’s Glen Nature Park—a stone’s throw from Rochester city limits. I first went to Corbett’s when I joined a Hikyoga session and I continue to go back because: It’s peaceful.…Read More »
How I Learned to Avoid Drive-Thrus and Eat Healthier on a Budget
When I moved off campus my junior year of college, I was excited to have an actual kitchen to cook in and a place to eat that I didn’t have to share with hundreds of other students. That feeling quickly faded when I remembered how much time and money it takes to cook and grocery…Read More »