Fact. Not Fad.
No fad diets. No bogus nutrition advice. Real information based on science. A reputable source of reliable nutrition tips from a university trained registered dietitian.… Read More Fact. Not Fad.
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Emerald City Take Two
There is no question that sight and smell contribute to taste and the smell of the baguette will leave you wishing for daily visits to this bistro.… Read More Emerald City Take Two
Seattle Eats
If you’re a people-watcher and a foodie, this is the city for you! Our first kid-free vacation in three years. Probably a good choice, as there are many spots in the city that allow dogs to eat with you but, not children. After sleeping in until 9:30 for the first time in three years, we… Read More Seattle Eats
What Kind of Bees Make Milk?
our food is no longer food and our excessive exposure to these synthesized compounds is mutating our DNA… Read More What Kind of Bees Make Milk?
Bangers and Mash
That’s right, my British buds; last night’s Green Chef meal was bangers and mash! My sweet husband cooked it. As always, I was elated to have a night off from the kitchen! Our last Green Chef menu for the week is a Tuna Melt sandwich and I made Tuna Toasties for lunch today! Really? I’ve… Read More Bangers and Mash
How to Vegan
If you’re looking to eliminate all animal products in your diet, you have obviously done your research and are aware of the benefits as well as the challenges of going full veg.
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More Confessions From a Dietitian
1. I eat my kids leftovers when the order includes mini corn dogs, mac & cheese, french fries or a cheeseburger; I secretly hope they won’t eat the last two bites. This brings me to confession #2… 2. Sometimes I… Read More More Confessions From a Dietitian
One Skillet Soy & Sriracha Chicken with Carrots
Did you know that cooking in cast iron can increase the iron content of your food? Iron requirements rise significantly during teenage years… Read More One Skillet Soy & Sriracha Chicken with Carrots
Boursin Stuffed Mushrooms
mushrooms are extremely low in calories, contain vitamin D and selenium. These edible fungi are also a good source of riboflavin. Bake these amazing cheese stuffed mushrooms in 8 minutes.… Read More Boursin Stuffed Mushrooms
Super Easy Curry Chicken Salad
Lunch box solution, dinner fix…breakfast…why not? Curry chicken salad. Eat it on crackers, slap it on a sandwich, eat it solo or on an open faced toasty!! Do you love curry? I do! It has been on my mind since I saw my friend eating some curry chicken salad from a local deli. After wiping… Read More Super Easy Curry Chicken Salad
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Since my son watched the movie “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs”, he has been obsessed with meatballs. The first time I took him out to lunch and ordered spaghetti with meatballs, out came a plate of spaghetti with one giant meatball on top. As soon as it was placed before him, he yelled “MEATBAAAAAALL”!… Read More Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Easy Peasy, Lemon Squeezy
Boil some pasta, rinse frozen peas, throw in some rotisserie chicken, a little pesto, a tablespoon of mayo, a quick squeeze of lemon…done and done! Serve with salad. Serve with dessert. Serve with nothing; just have seconds!! Who doesn’t love pasta and who doesn’t love simple? Serve cold, or warm. Pre-make for a last minute… Read More Easy Peasy, Lemon Squeezy
Nature’s Cheeto Dust
Nutritional yeast is grown on molasses and is loaded with B vitamins! It contains 16 different amino acids (needed for building muscle), at least 14 minerals and 17 vitamins. Just 2 Tablespoons contains only 60 calories, a whopping 9 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber.… Read More Nature’s Cheeto Dust
Taco Tarts
beans make a superior plant-based meat substitute as they are packed with protein, folate, fiber, iron, potassium, B vitamins and antioxidants! Plus, they’re low in fat!… Read More Taco Tarts
3 Step Zucchini Flatbread
If you’re not a vegetable eater and this doesn’t look tasty to you, try it anyway! Making vegetables taste good is my speciality. It’s fast, it’s easy, it’s healthy and I’m certain you will like it!… Read More 3 Step Zucchini Flatbread
4 Ingredient Nutella Cookies
One of the greatest things you’ll ever hear out of a RD’s mouth is “everything in moderation”. … Read More 4 Ingredient Nutella Cookies
3 Step Meal
When more than five people who read your blog on the regular make the same comment, you should probably listen. “Everything you cook sounds good, but I’m not going to do all that”. Recently, a friend told me that she would love to make some of the dishes I post, but if any meal has… Read More 3 Step Meal
Getting Smart with the Natural Life
Where do you draw the line between what is natural and positive, and unnatural and negative?… Read More Getting Smart with the Natural Life
A Story I’ll Never Forget
Feeling satisfied by his successful hunt for these wild gems and with full belly, he turned the page in his mushroom book, anxious to embark on his next exploration. With no small degree of trepidation, he read the words… Read More A Story I’ll Never Forget
Beaches, Beers & Tacos!!
Just about every restaurant, grill, bar, cafe, diner and dive on the beach advertises their version of the world’s latest food fascination.… Read More Beaches, Beers & Tacos!!
Achcha Khana (Good Food)
I was fairly new to Indian cuisine when I visited London and fascinated by the orchestra of new flavors.… Read More Achcha Khana (Good Food)