I am watching the Netflix series “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” and was both intrigued, and hugely impressed, by the lifestyle in Okinawa, Japan. Not only do they still garden, work with their hands, and dance into their 100’s (yup!), but they apply a cultural practice called […]

Intermittent Fasting “IF” is a hot topic among nutritionists and doctors, and people have some pretty strong opinions —so should you try it? Honestly all of us are doing some version of this already, unless you are eating while you are asleep! But when should you “break fast” in the […]

I hosted a nutrition and wellness workshop last night, and a question I am frequently asked is, “What is the best diet for weight loss and my overall health?” I love this question! And my answer never changes, the Mediterranean diet with a heavy focus on plants. We discussed why […]

Spring and summer are all about eating what is in season, grown locally, and trying fresh produce that may be new to you. There are so many great choices! This is when eating the rainbow just gets better — and easier! — every week. CSAs are fabulous and quite affordable. […]

Meatless Monday has been “trending” for a while, but can even 1 meatless dinner a week really improve your health? YES! Eating plants improves your gut health so you can better absorb the nutrients from your meal. When your gut health is compromised, food passes through your system without our […]

Find me the person who doesn’t love a hot, crispy, French fry? All potatoes contain Vitamins A, B, and C, plus magnesium, potassium and fiber, making them the perfect side for any dish. Unfortunately, French fries are often deep fried in vats of highly processed, hydrogenated oils. Some fast food […]

I am commonly asked, “Will eating eggs raise my cholesterol?”. Google this question and you will immediately get 5 conflicting answers. Eggs have gotten a bad rap over the years because they are high in cholesterol (185mg per egg), but there is no conclusive link that they actually raise YOUR […]