🍎 Healthy Living Corner: September Inspiration
September brings a fresh start—new routines, cooler evenings, and plenty of seasonal produce to enjoy. With the back-to-school season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to reset habits for the whole family. Packing balanced lunches, keeping healthy grab-and-go snacks on hand, and sticking to regular sleep schedules can make a big difference in how energized and focused everyone feels throughout the day. Even small changes—like swapping out sugary drinks for water, prepping breakfast the night before, or adding more fruits and veggies to after-school snacks—can help set the tone for a healthier routine this fall.
One of the easiest ways to embrace healthy eating is by preparing recipes that highlight seasonal fruits and vegetables. Apples are in abundance this time of year, and they make the perfect ingredient for both sweet and savory dishes.
Here’s a quick, wholesome recipe you can try at home:
Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Serves 1–2
Ingredients:
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½ cup old-fashioned oats
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½ cup low-fat milk (or almond/oat milk)
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ÂĽ cup plain Greek yogurt
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½ apple, diced (leave the skin on for extra fiber!)
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
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1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
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A sprinkle of chopped walnuts or almonds and dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions:
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In a jar or container with a lid, combine oats, milk, yogurt, apple, cinnamon, and honey.
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Stir well, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
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In the morning, give it a good stir, add a handful of nuts if you’d like, and enjoy!
This no-cook breakfast is portable, heart-healthy, and will keep you energized through the busy days ahead. Plus, it’s easy to double or triple the recipe to prep for the week.
Here’s to a healthy September filled with good food, fresh beginnings, and plenty of energy!
