Chia Seeds for the Win!

Not long ago, I thought chia seeds were the stuff you started a Chia Pet with. Why was everyone talking about these little black seeds? Once I learned more about these beauties, it didn't take long for me to start adding them to everything I could think of. For such an innocent looking tiny littleContinue reading "Chia Seeds for the Win!"

In Favor of Skipping Breakfast

How often do you eat breakfast simply because you think you should? You eat it because, if you don't your metabolism will crash or it will cause you to overeat the rest of the day. So you grab something quick--a bar, a shake, or a microwavable sandwich--because something is better than nothing, right? You doContinue reading "In Favor of Skipping Breakfast"

The Superpowered (and delicious) Avocado

Avocado is one of my favorite fruits. In fact, as far as fruits go, it probably is my favorite. I adore the healthy monosaturated fat, the color, the creamy consistency, and the unmistakable flavor that avocado lends to any dish it graces. What else can the humble avocado offer? Here's why an avocado a dayContinue reading "The Superpowered (and delicious) Avocado"

The Nutritional Powerhouse You Are Missing Out On

Not all greens are created equal. In fact, the smallest of them all is by far the biggest nutritional powerhouse. Say hello to microgreens. Very simply, microgreens are baby plants. They are young greens grown from the seeds of vegetables and herbs and harvested at 7-14 days old when they are only about two toContinue reading "The Nutritional Powerhouse You Are Missing Out On"

Social pitfalls of food sensitivities and how to handle them like a boss

I was going to name this article, "You're not a leper, but some days it can feel that way: The social side of food sensitivities." Maybe I should have. Food sensitivities (intolerances, allergies, Celiac) affect more than what is on our plate. We have to turn down food that is generously prepared and offered toContinue reading "Social pitfalls of food sensitivities and how to handle them like a boss"