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Amanda Webb

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Blog Posts

Local Favorites: Healthy Lunches

Eating healthy while dining at local restaurants has become a lot easier lately. Here are just a few of my favorite healthy dishes in the DC Metro Area.

Work/Life Balance: Why I haven't blogged in a year

My first post in over a year! A quick review of where I've been and how I'm trying to stay healthy in the crazy world of food.

Critters for the Cure 5K Recap

On Saturday, my dog and I participated in the Critters for the Cure 5K. It was a great event held in our neighborhood to raise money for women battling cancer in our local community.

Health

How to Prepare for a 5K

My dog and I are running the Critters for a Cure 5K on Saturday. Read about how the both of us train for races like this.

Pyramid to Plate: My Thoughts on New Eating Guidelines

The USDA released their new Plate Diagram to replace the Food Pyramid. Check out my thoughts on the new approach to healthy eating.

Finding Organic Motivation

It's often requested and suggested that we eat organic foods. How do you know what will work best for your lifestyle?

Food

Giving Veggie Burgers a Shot

Veggie burgers have a bad reputation, but I've given you a few tips to make the meal painless. They are a healthy alternative to most of the standard summertime dinners.

Healthy Grocery Shopping on a Budget

In my first post for Gaithersburg Patch I share how I save money while shopping for healthy groceries at different stores around the area.