The perfect bite delights and satisfies all your taste buds! These sweet & spicy roasted almonds are pretty irresistible and just may become your new favorite way to eat almonds. Perfectly crunchy and coated in a mixture of chili powder, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, stevia and a bit of sugar, there is a great balance of sweet and savory.… Read More
7 Staple Groceries I ALWAYS Keep in Stock & How To Use Them
A couple of years ago I led a monthly grocery store tour for patients. We would spend almost 2 hours walking through the grocery store talking about food, nutrition labels, how to use ingredients, better options and every other question you can imagine!… Read More
Power Up Your Bowl of Oatmeal with Protein
Did you know that some research suggests that individuals should consume as much as 20-30 grams of protein at each meal?! Even breakfast!? Protein is an important macronutrient that often gets over-consumed at dinner and under-consumed at breakfast. And research shows that making up for it later in the day isn’t as effective as getting a moderate amount at each meal.… Read More
10 Ways to Sweeten and Flavor Yogurt WITHOUT Added or Artificial Sugars
Yogurt has an abundance of beneficial nutrients including protein, calcium, vitamin D, B12, magnesium, and potassium. It is also a very easy way to consume probiotics, healthy “bugs” that thrive in the gastrointestinal system. Different strains of these probiotics have been shown to help with several issues including:
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Immune support
- Vaginal health
- Lactose intolerance
Most yogurts contain the phrase “live and active cultures” within the ingredient list and then list several strains included (ie.… Read More
Eating to Prevent Diabetes
Do you ever plan out how to add fat into your diet? When it comes to meal planning, we often think through a lean protein, complex carb, and fruits/veggies but do you ever think about how you will include healthy fat? … Read More