In today’s “Healthy Eating” Walk and Talk, we’re sharing…
- Tips for healthy eating in 2025
- Our favorite finds in January…all under $30
- A show that feels like comfort food
- The cutest mini piñatas for fun care packages
- Recipe for Starbucks Egg Bites
- A medical drama unlike all the others, on Max
- Comfy cozies on sale and sale again
- An easy way to cook dinner
- Sneakers for 20,000+ steps a day? We found ’em!
In case you missed it, here’s last week’s Walk and Talk, and here are a few Valentine’s Day surprises you can easily gift your friends.
Healthy Eating in 2025
Anyone else making healthy eating a priority in January? The new year always motivates us to focus on eating better and improving our lifestyle habits. With the kids back at school we are cooking for two again. Time to replace all the sugary snacks and junk food with sliced apples and almond butter or a hand full of nuts . Pro tip: Send all the chips and cookies back to school with the kids.
Meal planning is key—when you set aside time to plan your meals, you’re more likely to stick to your health goals. Make a list of what meals you’re going to make on which days, print each recipe and paperclip to your meal plan. It makes grocery shopping so much easier and eliminates the need for mid week trips back to the market. Choosing nutritious, easy-to-prepare meals that prioritize lean proteins, like grilled chicken, salmon, or plant-based options like lentils and tofu, alongside a colorful array of vegetables (eat the rainbow!) dinners will be something that you look forward to.
If you are looking for some recipe inspiration check out Caroline Chambers new cookbook What to Cook When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking for well-organized, easy to understand (she includes substitutions for dietary restrictions) and delicious recipes. (You can choose a recipe based on TIME IT TAKES TO COOK!) Currently on sale under $25 at Target.
What We’re Wearing
CHRISTA : It’s 20,000+ steps a day at Disney World, so I’m wearing my trusty Brooks Glycerin sneakers. I shared my favorite sneakers with you a few weeks ago (here), and this Disney trip put them to the test. I’m happy to report…no sore feet whatsoever!
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MEGAN : It’s been snowy and icy here for so long I forgot what life was like NOT wearing boots. I love Gola fashion sneakers. They come in a zillion colors and are super comfortable.
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What We’re Shopping For
MEGAN : January is all about getting cozy, nesting, cooking, cleaning out closets and organizing. The scuba suit from Banana Republic Factory is the perfect “house” uniform. Soft and comfy but cute enough to wear to the post office to mail all that stuff you just sold on Poshmark. Both pieces are 40% off plus an additional 20% off at checkout, making them $27 each. (Click photos for LINKS.)
CHRISTA : Here’s a fun and easy care package idea for your student (or a treat for your kid who’s just diving into adulting)! Target has these adorable mini piñatas in the party section for only $3. Fill one up with their favorite candy, a few beauty goodies, or even a gift card. It’s such a cute surprise! Pro tip: If your student has dormmates or apartment roommates, grab a bigger piñata and pack it with enough treats to share. Instant roomie bonding (and mom-of-the-year status)!
What a Deal! 3 Things We Love…Under $30!
CHRISTA : Sharing my favorite winter beauty finds for January—all under $30!
- Gold Bond Age Renew Crepe Corrector Hand Cream: My nightly ritual for keeping hands soft and smooth during the cold months.
- Londontown Get Well Nail Recovery: A game-changer for restoring dry, brittle nails.
- Colleen Rothschild’s Hydrashine Lipstick Balm: Adds a touch of color while keeping my lips deeply moisturized—perfect for winter!
MEGAN : Valentine’s Day, birthday, sunshine or just because — anyone one of these under $30 items is a a great gift.
- Osea Smooth & Glow mini set. I received a few Osea products at our Favorite Things Beauty Party and I fell in love. If you haven’t tried the Osea Anti-Aging Body Balm you are missing out. Luxurious.
- Love Bombas socks. They make my feet happy. Last year I gave my dad these low key Valentine’s socks and he loves them.
- iNNBEAUTY PROJECT Extreme Creme Anti Aging gives a lot of bang for the buck. A thick and creamy face moisturizer that is lifting!, firming! and reduces sagging. I love that Sephora does “minis” so you can try a product without committing to a whole 6 ounces.
What We’re Watching
MEGAN : Man on the Inside (Netflix) is like TV comfort food. Ted Danson, a retired college professor, goes under cover in a senior living facility. Not only does he solve crimes but he discovers a whole new host of friends. Eight episodes, 30 minutes each.
CHRISTA : Yes, The Pitt (Max) is another medical drama, but what sets it apart is its raw, fast-paced portrayal of life in a bustling urban ER. Each episode takes viewers through one intense hour of the team’s relentless 15-hour shift. At times, you’ll feel like you’re watching a documentary. And I’m happy to see ER‘s Noah Wyle leading the cast (and admittedly that may be what initially drew me to the show!).
Random Stuff We Like
MEGAN : As empty nesters it’s important to start everyday with a healthy breakfast. These Starbucks Egg Bite dupes are amazing–ready in 30 minutes, packed with protein and DELISH! Having these in the fridge to grab on busy mornings makes life so much easier AND it’s much less likely that you’ll grab a donut. This is the silicone muffin pan I used–$12 and same day delivery from Walmart.
High Protein Egg Bites
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Equipment
- 1 oven set to 350
- 1 silicone muffin tray
Ingredients
- 3 cups egg whites I used 1 1/2 cups egg whites and 6 whole eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup grated cheese I used gruyere, but mozzarella would be great too!
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup diced red pepper roasted, sundried tomatoes, sausage, bacon would be great here too!
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1 pot boiling hot water
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Pre heat the oven to 350spray silicone muffin mold with non-stick sprayfinely chop pepper, spinach (and any other veg or meat) and put in bottom of the muffin cupsin the blender (I used my vitamix) mix eggs, egg whites, cottage cheese and cheese.mix for 1-2 min. you want it really frothy – lots of bubblespour batter into muffin cups, sprinkle with salt and pepperput muffin tray on a jelly roll pan in the ovenonce the pan is in the oven, pour the boiling water from your kettle into the jell roll pan, about 1/2 way up the sidebake for 30 minutes
CHRISTA : If you’re not into cooking, you can still break the DoorDash habit and eat healthy with the Tovala Oven. It’s perfect for empty nesters, couples, or young adults. With up to 16 meals per order (or as few as 5), and 14 new options weekly, dinner stays exciting! We’ve been fans of ours since 2022, so email me if you have any questions about it.
- The food cooks based on the recipe’s QR code that you scan into the oven, and it uses a combination of steam and baking.
- You can schedule meal deliveries up three weeks in advance (or skip a week).
- These are also perfect for lunches if you work from home.
- Our favorite recipes are the chicken and pasta dishes. We found the steak to be our least favorite. They also offer vegetarian dishes, pork, and fish, as well as gluten-free, calorie smart and carb conscious options. If you have any questions, just let me know in the comments!
Pictured: Coconut-Crusted Salmon with White Rice, Mango Salsa & Cilantro Chimichurri // Lasagna Bolognese with Italian Salsa Verde // Panko-Crusted Chicken Breast with Cheesy Buffalo Pasta
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