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Lemon Roasted Broccoli

Lemon Roasted Broccoli

I wasn’t always a broccoli fan, but there’s something magical about the combination of broccoli, garlic, and lemon juice that forever changed me. That sounded a bit dramatic, I suppose, but when you taste this recipe, I think you’ll understand. If you’ve ever steamed or … continue reading

6 Benefits Of Cooking In Cast Iron

6 Benefits of Cooking in Cast Iron

Sometimes we can get so focused on what food we should or should not be eating that we lose sight of the bigger picture. It’s not just the food that matters, it’s how we prepare it. And the pots and pans we cook with are … continue reading

TV: My Secret To Good Health

TV my secret to good health

I get a lot of people asking how I do it. How do I stay healthy? You might think that as a nutritionist I have a much more informed view of what I put inside my body, and in many ways I do, but knowledge … continue reading

If Your Body Could Talk

how to choose healthy habits that don't feel like punishment

I’ve tried the whole green juice thing. I’ve bought the fancy $10 drinks. I’ve made it myself. Heck, I even helped a juice company design a series of juices with various nutritional benefits (including, of course, an obligatory green juice). But the truth is, I … continue reading

5 Signs You’re Eating Too Much Fruit

5 Signs You’re Eating Too Much Fruit

Am I cruel to write this? Maybe. But it has to be written. I realize it’s the middle of summer and just about every fruit worth eating is in season. Peaches are perfectly ripe, apricots are plump, and berries are bursting with flavor. Even if … continue reading

Pilates Fights Depression

Pilates fights depression

Most people start doing Pilates because they want to shrink their waistline or recover from injury, but the benefits of Pilates go far beyond flat abs and strong muscles. I’ve observed the transformational effects of Pilates not only from my own practice of more than … continue reading

Lemon & Garlic Kale Chips

Lemon & Garlic Kale Chips

You may have tried kale chips before and been disappointed, and let me tell you, so have I. I’ve had some terrible $9 “cheezy” ones from Whole Foods and I’ve made a few failed batches myself. Now that I’ve worked out the kinks, rest assured, … continue reading

Is Dairy the Cause of Your Tummy Troubles?

Is dairy the cause of your tummy troubles

Can’t digest dairy? You’re not alone. If I got paid for all the times clients have told me they have lactose intolerance, I’d be a very rich woman. While lactose intolerance is a common problem (30-50 million Americans are affected), it’s not the only culprit … continue reading

15 Real Food Snacks For Road Trips

real food snacks for road trips

A few weeks ago, I shared that I’m moving far, far away. Yes, I’m leaving the land of Teslas for the land of ATVs and I feel good about it. (I did get to drive a Tesla this week and cross that off my bucket … continue reading