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Crunchy Coconut Cacao Clusters

Crunchy Coconut Cacao Clusters

Iโ€™m always looking for easy snacks to carry with me on-the-go, whether itโ€™s running errands or out on a hike. Trail mix might be a classic for hiking snacks, but I often find the store bought versions have more dried fruit than Iโ€™d like (way … continue reading

5 Strategies to Avoid Overeating at Thanksgiving

5 Strategies to Avoid Overeating at Thanksgiving

Oh yes,ย that dayย is right around the corner. The day where, whether you like it or not, youโ€™re expected to chow down with reckless abandon. I’m talking about Thanksgiving, a holiday meant to celebrate the harvest and express our gratitude, but one that often turns into … continue reading

End Food Waste Over the Holidays

End Food Waste Over the Holidays

For better or for worse, the holiday season has arrived. While most nutrition writers are busy drafting articles about how to avoid gaining weight over the holidays (been there, done that), I want to talk about another important issue that rarely gets air time: food … continue reading

Blackberry Honey Cheesecake (Low Carb)

Blackberry Honey Cheesecake (low carb)

Foraging is one of my favorite past times. You can pretty much guarantee that if Iโ€™m outside, I have my eyes on the plants around me and (on a good day) will find something to nibble on. If youโ€™ve been following my blog for a … continue reading

Whatโ€™s Healthier: Raw or Cooked Vegetables?

What's Healthier Raw or Cooked Vegetables

Have you ever heard that you should eat more (or only) raw vegetables? Proponents say they retain their vitamins and antioxidants. Cooking โ€œkillsโ€ the good stuff, they say, rendering them nutritionally useless. Or, perhaps, youโ€™ve been told you should focus on cooked vegetables. They argue … continue reading

Twice Baked Spaghetti Squash

Twice Baked Spaghetti Squash

Iโ€™ll be honest. The first time I had spaghetti squash, I was a little underwhelmed. The texture is obviously not pasta, so I wasnโ€™t expecting some kind of culinary miracle, but the squash โ€œnoodlesโ€ didnโ€™t really absorb the flavor of the sauce. It just sat … continue reading

The Last Straw that Made Me Change My Diet

The Last Straw that Made Me Change My Diet

If youโ€™re reading this, Iโ€™m guessing youโ€™ve toyed with the idea of changing your diet. Maybe youโ€™ve done it successfully or maybe youโ€™re still on the fence. The following post is from Rachel, a nutrition intern here at Pilates Nutritionist, who has a truly inspiring … continue reading