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Fall butternut squash chicken noodle soup dished up with side salad and breadsticks

Creamy Butternut Squash Chicken Noodle Soup (Dairy Free)

gingerbread protein muffin with a bite taken

Gingerbread Protein Muffins (Naturally Sweetened)

black bean zucchini brownie muffins stacked in a tower

Healthy Black Bean Zucchini Brownie Muffins (Gluten Free & Dairy Free)

Pear ginger rice pudding

Pear Ginger Rice Pudding (Gluten Free + No Added Sugar)

baking ingredients
nutrition

3 Simple Ways to Modify Recipes for Healthier Treats

May 9, 2024May 14, 2024

Do you have a favorite recipe you love but want to make healthier? Try out these tips to modify any baked good recipe for fewer calories, less blood sugar spikes, and more nutritional value!

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comparing sweeteners honey maple syrup sugar
budget nutrition

Which Sweetener Is Healthiest (for your body and your pocketbook)?

May 9, 2024May 10, 2024

Have you ever wondered which sweetener is the healthiest? Or if the fancy sugar substitutes are worth the cost? Review everything from glycemic index to antioxidant content to cost per ounce in this sweetener comparison!

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calcium rich foods
nutrition

How to Get Enough Calcium When You’re Dairy Free

May 9, 2024May 3, 2024

Are you going dairy-free but worried about getting enough calcium? Read this article for some tips on how to maximize your calcium!

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frozen veggies
budget nutrition

3 Tasty Ways to Use Frozen Veggies

April 30, 2024April 30, 2024

Need a convenient and budget-friendly way to eat more vegetables? Try out frozen veggies! Read this article to learn about why you should include frozen vegetables in your diet, plus some tips on how to use them in your cooking.

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Raw kale on a cutting board
nutrition recipes

How to Prep Kale So It Actually Tastes Good

April 16, 2024April 26, 2024

Can’t get yourself to eat kale? Try these steps to make kale as delicious as it is nutritious!

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Red meat for iron
nutrition

3 Ways to Get Enough Iron (Without Eating Meat!)

April 5, 2024April 19, 2024

A plant-based diet can provide enough protein, but getting sufficient iron can be tricky! While plant-based sources contain non-heme iron, less easily absorbed than heme iron, adjustments can help. Read more to learn how!

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Pear ginger rice pudding
recipes

3 Healthier Treats to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

June 13, 2024April 16, 2024

Looking for some sweet treats without a ton of added sugar? Here are three ideas for the next time you want a healthier after-meal treat.

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Healthy snacks
budget recipes

Budget-Friendly Snacks to Fuel Your Body

April 4, 2024April 9, 2024

It can be hard to find snacks that are tasty, healthy, and cheap! Here are some ideas for healthy, budget-friendly snacks for at home and on the go.

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Eggs
budget nutrition

Are Fancy Eggs Worth It? (Comparing Cost + Nutrition of Eggs, Cage-Free Eggs, & Flax Eggs)

April 3, 2024April 5, 2024

Ever wondered if buying cage-free eggs is worth it? Or if you should give up traditional eggs and go with flax? Read my nutrition and cost comparisons to help you decide what’s best for your needs!

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Handful of fresh strawberries
recipes

Healthier Strawberry Breakfast Doughnut

April 3, 2024April 3, 2024

Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, and fresh strawberries, these cake-like doughnuts are topped with a light and fruity strawberry yogurt for a fun and festive treat.

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Welcome to Leafy Green Kitchen!

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I’m Elizabeth, a nutrition coach, diabetes prevention program coach, and mom of 3 littles. And my goal is to show you how to eat healthy on a budget! Join me as I share budget tips, nutrition made easy, and healthy recipes to enjoy.

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