THE TFC BLOG

I never used to brine my turkey (thinking it just took too much time and hassle), but I’m officially hooked on brine. There’s no better investment in your bird than marinating it for two days and infusing the meat with flavor. And it’s actually not a big deal, in fact, it’s pretty easy. Get some […]

Nourishing vegetables, lean protein, and healthy fats are all key ingredients to a healthy, well-balanced meal. This chicken dish by my friend Dr. Mark Hyman has them all. Along with being a good-for-you dish, the rich Mediterranean flavors of lemon, oregano, artichokes, and olives meld together nicely to create a blast of flavor your taste buds will love. Before […]

Ever have a week where you worked way too much and barely had time for the things that really matter? Have you ever opened a bag of chips thinking ‘just a bite’ and before you knew it you ate the whole bag and then some? Are you either at the gym daily or totally off of […]

Love sipping on a flavorful beverage, but hate all those extra calories and chemicals? In this article, my friend and health blogger Melissa Gundersen shows us 11 delicious infused water recipes and steps us through how to make them! Every morning I wake up, stumble to the kitchen, and make myself a pitcher of infused water. […]

Let’s get real for a second. If you put a kale salad on one side of a table and a big tray of chocolate brownies on the other, it’s pretty obvious which side kids will gravitate to. While I try my best to teach my four kiddos the importance of eating good-for-you foods, I still […]

Between work, kids, relationships, and the overall hecticness of life, do you ever wish there was a reset button to get you back on track when you’re feeling stretched by it all? Yeah, me too. All of us are constantly seeking a return back home – to the place where we feel safe, healthy, accomplished, loved, connected, […]

Love indulging in a slice of sweet apple pie? Well, you’re in luck because this apple-pie-in-a-glass will leave you feeling refreshed and satisfied- and your guests will leave wowed. While I came up with this spiced and spiked slushy in the summertime this makes for a wonderful fall drink. You may even want to bookmark […]

Looking to unlock the secret to your success at the gym? You’ve come to the right place. My friend and uber awesome trainer Dave Caudal tells us how to maximize our workouts in order to see real results. Oh yeah, I’m listening.  Want to achieve optimal fitness, weight loss (or gain), self confidence and more? I […]

How much time do you spend sitting every day? A recent study released by the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine suggests that you lose 11-14% of your productivity potential every day by just living an everyday life. Chit-chatting with the neighbor, watching YouTube videos, or planning an upcoming holiday requires practically no movement. In our everyday lives, […]