Posts Tagged ‘self-care’
Probiotics & Yogurt Parfaits
Today we’re going to talk about germs. Or rather, we’re going to talk about yeast and bacteria. These delightful little organisms are often thought of in a less-than-happy light. Yeast infection. Strep throat. Need I say more? But, as it turns out, these tiny creatures live in, on, and all around us — in peace…
Read MoreHealthy Halloween Treats
I haven’t been this excited about Halloween since I was a senior in high school when my parents finally let me dress up and go trick-or-treating for the first time since I was a kid, thus breaking their strict big-kids-don’t-beg-for-candy rule. I deftly talked my way into this by arguing that Halloween was an important American…
Read MoreCleanse Diets: Do they Work? And Which one Should you Try?
Ooey-Gooey Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls: excellent Soul Food Should you try a detox diet to cleanse after the holidays? Before starting one, learn what you should cleanse from and which cleanses to avoid. ‘Tis the season… for cleanses. Now that the holidays are over and everybody is repenting from all of the treats in which they’ve…
Read MoreCamping: 101
I’m not sure if I’ve mentioned this before, but I love camping. And when I say “camping,” I don’t mean sleep-in-a-bed-with-the-windows-open glamping, I mean back in the woods, far away from human civilization, no-running-water camping. Myself, Pat, and Jonah atop a fin in Arches National Park My first time to go backpacking – where you’re really far…
Read More10 Tasty Road Trip Snacks that Won’t Clog your Arteries
Bring these Healthy Road Trip Snacks for Kids and Adults on your next Long Flight, Train, or Automobile Ride Baby Ann, back home after a 3-week trip to Asia in 2014 I’ve been on the road a lot this summer: to the farm, to the mountains, to conferences. In trains, planes, and automobiles (but not…
Read More5 Simple Swaps for a Healthier Cinco de Mayo
Looking forward to some delicious Mexican food this holiday? Here are a few healthy substitutions to enjoy all of the flavor without feeling stuffed or over-full after a meal out for Cinco de Mayo. Fun facts about me: My birthday is Cinco de Mayo (and I love my birthday!) I speak Spanish fluently (es una…
Read MoreHow to Make Breakfast the BEST Meal of the Day
Quick facts about eating breakfast: As many as 1 in 4 people don’t eat breakfast (younger people tend to skip breakfast more often than older people) People who eat breakfast every day tend to weigh less than people who don’t The quality of breakfast makes a difference in weight outcomes (although we haven’t exactly figured…
Read MoreDietitian Eats
Every day I talk with people about food. How to balance healthy eating vs. living in the real world. And it’s hard. Girls’ night eats. “It’s basically Paleo with wine!”For me, food is about health + culture + enjoyment. I am always striving for this balance. Believe me, I know – I also live in…
Read MoreKeto Burrito: The Ketogenic Diet (Hold the Tortilla)
My friend, put down that bagel and walk away. Don’t you know carbohydrates are evil? Low-carb diets have become increasingly popular in the last several decades, but the ketogenic diet takes it to the next level. Today we explore the ins and outs and pros and cons of this restrictive, effective diet. What is the…
Read MoreOne Diet to Rule them All
‘Tis the time of year when the good-intentioned diets started on January first start to lose their appeal. The school year takes over the time for meal-prepping and it’s been so long since you’ve had a cookie… Pair roasted asparagus with… steak? chicken? fish? What’s the ideal protein (and how much do you need?) It’s…
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