We are here to help!
Making the choice to live a healthier life can be daunting with the countless new routines (sleeping, eating, workout) all while trying to manage your already busy life. We want to help you out with these transitions as much as possible! View our seasonal, quick meals, and our guide on the kitchen staples that will ultimately help with the transition.
Have a recipe or tip you would like to add? Message Brianne at bmcmahan@statelineymca.org !
Recipes - Staff Favorites
Must Try Recipes Thanksgiving/ Fall Hosting
Quick and Easy Meals
Sheet Pan Meals are perfect for a hectic Monday or just a jam-packed week! Pick a your favorite protein and a couple of your favorite vegetables and scale it to fit your situation! Give this a try! Not a fan of a veggie or the protein? Substitute it with something you enjoy and get excited to eat (but make sure to keep it healthy and whole).
Bust out the Crockpot! From Soups to Barbacoa, you've heard it time and time again, a crockpot (or insta-pot) is a busy body's best friend!
Healthy Snacks for the Family
Under Construction - check back soon!
Cookbooks We Love & Use
Defined Dish
Well Plated
Damn Delicious Meal Prep
Budget Bytes (E-Cookbook)
Stealth Health Life (E-Cookbook)
Apps
Samsung Food - Formerly Whisk - This app and website allows you to discover new recipes that fit what you are hungry for and come complete with a grocery lists! Samsung Food also makes it super easy to add recipes into a meal plan, get nutrition and health information, share with friends, family, and even your favorite Stateline Family YMCA Certified Nutrition Coach!
** Compatible with ALL cellphone providers **
Yuka - Yuka is a free mobile app that allows you to scan the barcodes of food and personal care products and instantly see their impact on your health. A rating and detailed information help you understand the analysis of each product. When a product has a negative impact on your health, Yuka also recommends similar but healthier alternative products.
Seasonal Food Guide - Use the Seasonal Food Guide to learn when and where your favorite locally grown produce is in peak season and has maximum flavor by selecting a state and the time of year you’re interested in. You can also search by produce item — just choose your state and the type of produce you’re interested in learning more about. The Seasonal Food Guide includes links to recipes and in-depth information on local, seasonal fruits, vegetables, herbs, legumes and nuts from our Real Food Encyclopedia Click the Learn & Cook button on your results page to discover more.
Articles
Kitchen Staples and How to ward off the Meal Planning Escape Goat