nutrition

FAT – there are soooo many opinions on this one topic.  Just take a look at the grocery aisle and you’ll see FOUR different types of milk, all based on the fat content → skim, 1%, 2% & Whole.  And, while things are changing for …

Is Your Fear of Fat Hurting Your Health? Read More »

I’m kicking off the New Year with a double-whammy blog that will set you up for success. What makes it a double-whammy blog, you ask??  Whether your New Year’s resolution has to do with (1) saving money OR (2) eating healthier, this blog has you …

How to Eat Healthy on a Budget in 2023 Read More »

The holidays are always a wonderful, beautiful time of year, filled with family & friends, holiday parties, and more leisure time than usual… I’d like coffee in my pajamas 'till 11 o’clock, please… 😉  But truth be told, it’s not always as “stress-free” as we …

Eating With Intention: How to Navigate Challenging Food Choices Over the Holidays Read More »

How to Use Your Halloween Pumpkins to Benefit Your Family’s Health. As a health professional, I have to admit… Halloween isn’t my favorite holiday.  I know, I know, call me a Halloween grinch but I’m just not a huge fan of a holiday centered around …

What Are the Health Benefits of Pumpkin? Plus, What to Do With Them After Halloween… Read More »

A common myth I love to bash is that improving your health has to be expensive or complicated.  It can be – if you fall victim to all that trendy, superficial wellness stuff, which is easy to do if you’re not careful.  But it definitely …

The Benefits of Spices: How Cooking with Spices Can Transform Your Health Read More »

Make-Ahead Recipes That Are Free From Dairy, Gluten, & Hassle.  Well… it’s almost time to say ‘goodbye’ to summer!  And while this might be bitter-sweet for some of you, we’ve got a holiday weekend just around the corner to send summer off in style 😉  …

Delicious + Healthy Meal Prep Recipes For a Successful Labor Day Weekend Read More »

If you’ve been hanging around a health-conscious crowd for any amount of time, or chatting with your healthcare provider about nutrition, you’ve probably heard about the benefits of eating local, seasonal foods. Pretty much all the health gurus can agree on this one. But, putting …

How to Eat Seasonally with Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Read More »

Eggs have long been caught in the crossfire of controversy. Some doctors and even nutritionists say you should avoid them. But just as passionately, other healthcare professionals tout their incredible health benefits. So if you’re wondering what the real deal is when it comes to …

Eggs – Villain or Hero? Read More »

It’s no secret that the topic of dairy consumption is a source of confusion for many people. Is milk actually good for you? Is low-fat better? Or should you consume full-fat dairy instead? And what about raw milk? The debate can get heated and divisive. …

3 Incredible Benefits of Full-Fat Dairy Read More »

The beauty industry is full of suggestions on improving every aspect of your appearance – the way your skin looks, the silky texture or color of your hair, and your nails. But the truth is – there's more to your nails than you think. The …

3 Signs & Tips to Help You Have Stronger, Healthier Nails Read More »