Feeling Summer

While summer is made for family reunions, 4th of July celebrations, camping and cooking outside; it’s not a time we think of getting ill or putting on a few extra pounds.  Yet, either of these can happen easily if we aren’t smart about our choices.  With summer gatherings filled with...

By Carolyn Reynaud, MS, RD, LD -- Do you find your activity level changes with the seasons? Exercise is an important part of weight management and overall health and it’s imperative to maintain an exercise routine year round. Summer heat can be particularly challenging for outdoor exercise. And while you can...

Makes 20-24 “kid” size servings Ingredients 1 packet grape unsweetened powdered drink mix (i.e. Kool-aid) (or any flavor) 2/3 cup Stevia In The Raw® Bakers Bag 2 quarts water Popsicle sticks Directions Combine all ingredients except popsicle sticks in a 2 ½ quart pitcher and stir well. Pour into Popsicle mold and...

By: Jessica Levinson, MS, RDN, CDN -- The first day of summer isn’t until June 20th this year, but now that Memorial Day has passed, summer is unofficially here. Do you know what that means? Besides 90 degree days, the jingling ice cream truck passing by your house every day,...

By Carolyn Reynaud, MS, RD, LD -- Memorial Day signals the kick-off to the summer season; a time for backyard barbecues, picnics, bonfires and pool parties. Unfortunately, for the waistline this can mean an array of heavy pasta salads, decadent meats, sugary cocktails and indulgent desserts. The truth is, warmer weather,...

Makes 8 Servings Ingredients 1 package pie crusts (two 9-inch crusts) 1/2 cup Stevia In The Raw® Bakers Bag 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons Sugar In The Raw® 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 pinch salt 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 pints fresh blueberries 1 tablespoon milk 1 tablespoon Sugar In The Raw® Directions Set oven rack at lowest...