Our Blog: Recipes, Research, and Resources
Our Blog: Recipes, Research, and Resources
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 instead of...
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
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. Satiety: Is It In...
Spiced Sweet Potato Soup
This Spiced Sweet Potato Soup is a flavorful way to support an anti-inflammatory diet, combining nutrient-dense ingredients with potent, inflammation-fighting spices. As we age, inflammation can play a significant role in conditions like arthritis, heart disease, and...
Rethinking Fish Oil and Prenatal Nutrition
Rethinking Fish Oil and Prenatal Nutrition Pregnancy often involves navigating a world of supplements, especially prenatal vitamins. Many rely on these to fill nutritional gaps, hoping they’ll meet the needs of both mom and baby. However, food should always be the...
Thinking Outside the Lunch “Box”
Summer is here. And if your kiddos are home or you're packing lunch for campers, it might be time to summer-rize those brown bag ideas? My oldest son is happy with the same lunch everyday. But, when my middle child came home from his second day of camp he complained:...
Meal in a Minute: Baked Eggs with Kale
Baked Eggs with Kale: A Simple, Nutritious Breakfast in a Ramekin Baked eggs are quick cooking menu idea for breakfast, lunch or dinner. This dish is not only packed with nutrients but also super easy to make—perfect for those busy days when you want something...
Meal in a Minute: Spiralized Zucchini Supper!
Spiralized Zucchini: A Nutritious Twist on Your Favorite Dishes If you’re looking for a fresh, healthy way to enjoy your favorite pasta dishes with a lot of extra veggies, spiralized zucchini—also known as "zoodles"—might just be your new best friend. This versatile...
Dear Diary: Journaling Your Way to Better Health
As a weight-loss specialist, I've witnessed the power of journaling and its contribution to reaching personal health goals. Not only does journaling help one reach their goals; success is likely to be sustainable. Research shows that participants who keep a daily...
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