The Ugly Cry of Heart Disease

The Ugly Cry of Heart Disease

I recently did the “ugly” cry while giving a talk on heart disease in front of 100 corporate clients. It was a humbling experience, to say the least. The presentation topic was heart health in celebration of February’s Heart Health Awareness...
Tempeh Reuben With Kimchi

Tempeh Reuben With Kimchi

What is Tempeh? Tempeh is hands-down my favorite soy food. Not only is it a versatile ingredient, but I love its taste and texture. For those new to tempeh but familiar with tofu, I liken tempeh to blue cheese as tofu is to regular cheese. Tempeh is a cultured or...
Triple Ginger and Pumpkin Smoothie

Triple Ginger and Pumpkin Smoothie

This Triple Ginger and Pumpkin smoothie was inspired by the triple ginger cookies from Trader Joe’s. If you like ginger, you will love those cookies AND this smoothie. You will notice that this recipe calls for frozen light coconut milk. I use coconut milk...
Roasted Beet & Egg Salad Sandwich

Roasted Beet & Egg Salad Sandwich

While I am not a vegetarian, 80% of my meals are typically plant-based. As most vegetarians would attest, dining out as a vegetarian is often disappointing. Oh, another veggie burger? Hummus sandwich? Pasta with vegetables? Blah. I can make that at home. With my 2 1/2...
Stuffed Sweet Potato + Honoring Hunger Cues

Stuffed Sweet Potato + Honoring Hunger Cues

This superfood stuffed sweet potato is a real satisfier. The starchy superfood sweet potato + fiber-rich chickpeas left me feeling content for hours. One common challenge that many of us face during the holidays is eating the “right” amount of food....