Health
Why choosing cow’s milk still matters
Going to the grocery store to “get milk,” is not always what it used to mean. Open up the refrigerator in many homes, and the “milk” might instead be a nondairy milk alternative. From soymilk, Read more…
Recipes
Oven Roasted Peppers
Its summer and that means ‘crunch’ time as in eating more peppers. One of the most eye-catching foods in the produce section of grocery stores is peppers. From yellow, red, green and even purple, peppers Read more…
Recipes
Blueberry Banana Crunch Muffins
One of the nice things about being a registered dietitian who blogs about food and nutrition, is every so often food companies ask to send me samples of their products. 99.9% of the times, I Read more…
Health
Why making every bite count matters more as we age
Humorist, novelist, and journalist Mark Twain was famous for his wit and wisdom. One of my favorite quotes he coined was, “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t Read more…
Recipes
A Healthy Spin on Dessert – Chocolate-Zucchini Cupcakes
If there ever was a food match made in heaven, its chocolate paired with zucchini. I’m not sure why this particular blend of flavors goes so well together, but I’m just glad it does. Think Read more…
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Tex Mex Pasta Salad
Looking for a change from mayonnaise-loaded pasta salads? Then get ready to lighten up summertime pasta by swapping out half the noodles for plenty of veggies. Here’s a salad that is not only carb-conscious but Read more…
Health
Answers why exercise for prediabetes is essential
While receiving a diagnosis of prediabetes can come as a complete shock, it’s also a wakeup call to taking better care of yourself. One way to begin is by becoming more physically active. Increasing movement Read more…
Diet
Guidance on healthy grilling 101
There’s nothing quite like firing up the grill distinguishing summer from all other seasons. The sounds, smells and tantalizing taste of barbequed meat are one of a kind. However, before you get to grilling nonstop, Read more…
Recipes
Tasty Zucchini Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips
Now here’s a healthy twist on zucchini bread you can really sink your teeth into. Moist, not too sweet, with a healthy fruit, veggie and even chocolate, what more could you want? Certainly taste is Read more…
Diet
8 plant-based foods surprisingly packed with protein
Mention the word, “protein,” and images of cattle, chicken or fish come to mind. But are animal sources our only supply of this vital nutrient? The answer to this is “no.” While nutrition information keeps Read more…
