Salads That Sizzle (and Soothe): Anti-Inflammatory Salad Hacks

With hot summer temperatures upon us, now's the perfect time to whip up refreshing hearty salads rich with the fresh seasonal produce of the season.  Not only do they deliver flavor, but they are at their peak of freshness and nutrition. Ready to take your salads to the next level and fight inflammation? Let's get started! Read More

5 EASY SUGAR SWAPS TO REDUCE INFLAMMATION

Melissa had always been a self-confessed sweets fiend. Gummy bears were her stress relief, and weekend mornings weren't complete without a stack of fluffy pancakes dripping in maple syrup. I got to know Melissa when we met after that familiar ache in her knees had become a constant companion. Stairs were a struggle and forget those long walks she used to love. The doctor ran tests, and prescribed medication, but nothing seemed to make a lasting difference. What Melissa didn’t realize then, was there was a direct connection between her aches and pains and the sugary foods she was eating. Here are 5 easy sugar swaps to reduce inflammation! Read More

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Everything you've ever wanted is on the other side of fear

There I was as a young girl, up on the stage about to perform in our grade school production of “The Sound of Music.”  I was "Mother Abbess", about to launch into my solo “Climb Every Mountain.”  I.Was.So.Nervous.  You’ve probably felt that nagging hesitation – the fear of failure, the fear of judgment, the fear of the unknown - at some point in your life. But, behind these fears and perceived obstacles lies the potential for solutions and a renewed sense of beginning. You just need to get to "the other side..." Read More

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My 5 Top Spices for Reducing Inflammation

While salt may be a kitchen staple, there's a whole world of spices waiting to be explored, offering not only taste but also powerful anti-inflammatory benefits! Try using some of these top 5 anti-inflammatory spices instead of reaching for salt the next time you're thinking your dish needs a flavor boost! I'm including a few recipes as well to help you explore their flavors. Read More

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Tips for Getting a Good Night Sleep and Healthier Joints

Jamie’s favorite thing to do was have a sugary snack at 3:00 pm - every day. Didn’t matter if she had a light lunch, heavy lunch, or no lunch.  It was like a light switch turned on and told her it was time to have a sweet. Her downfall?  Matt’s chocolate chip cookies! She knew she shouldn’t be eating them because she was also trying to manage her joint pain and knew that her joints always felt worse when she was eating sugary foods.  Why was she constantly reaching for those “Ooey, gooey, and delicious!” cookies? The reason might surprise you! Read More

The family "curse"...

A short while ago, I was having a conversation with Sarah.  She was telling me how frustrating it was to be in a family that is "cursed." “Wait, what?”  I said, “you have a family curse?” She laughed, she explained that was the term they jokingly used to talk about arthritis.  It seemed EVERYONE in her family suffered from some sort of joint pain whether in their hands, feet, back, etc.  She laughed, but I could tell she was only half joking and truly believed that achy joints were an inevitable part of future. So, I suggested to her instead of viewing it as a “curse,” she try to recognize it as an opportunity to rewrite the script for future generations. Read More

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9 Healthy Eating Strategies for the Holidays

The holidays are a wonderful time of the year.  We have a chance to get together with friends and family, share stories, and of course, traditional holiday food. But, with all this good cheer, you may have noticed that after the holiday festivities, you might be feeling a little bit more rundown, you might be experiencing more of those aches and pains we sometimes dismiss as just Read More

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Happy Kale Day! Celebrate with "Cheesy" Kale Chips.

Okay, I'm jumping the gun on National Kale Day which is on October 4th this year (yes, it's a real thing).  But, I've been snacking on these delicious Read More

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The Importance of Mindful Eating and Get More from Your Food

Have you ever wondered just how long-term stress affects our bodies? Recently, I hosted a "mini-retreat" designed to have the group learn to focus inward and help quiet the mind.  We practiced some simple but powerful techniques to manage the stress we all are faced with every day. Here's some of the tips we discussed. Read More

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7 Simple Ways to Get More From Your Food

If you’ve been following my blogs, my cooking programs on Youtube, or attended some of my healthy eating programs, you know I’m passionate about getting back to the basics when it comes to healthy eating. But just as important as WHAT we eat, is HOW we eat.  Sometimes, even more important.   We can be eating the most nutritious foods, but if we’re not in an emotional state to receive these nutrients, we will be missing out on all the goodness they can provide. Here are seven simple ideas to help you establish more mindful eating habits, and begin to calm our thoughts to reconnect our body and mind and focus on the business of nutritious eating. Read More

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The Difference Between a Food Allergy and Food Sensitivity

Eileen* was nearing 60 years old when we first met.   She came to me because the pain in her hands was beginning to affect her day-to-day activities. She had always been an avid gardener but was finding it more and more painful to even grip the shovel for planting. She had enjoyed playing guitar but had stopped because her fingers hurt when she gripped the fret and tried to play the cords. She resorted to using over-the-counter pain relievers but was worried about the negative long-term effects they might have.   Her pain was robbing her of her favorite pastimes – small things that used to give her great joy. Read More

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3 Delicious Cookies I'm Making for the Holiday Season!

(Healthy Twists on your Traditional Favorites) As the year is quickly coming to a close, I would like to wish you a very Happy Holiday Season and Happy New Year!  Thank you for letting me share my passion for healthy living and eating with you over the past year ❤️. I look forward to sharing more of what I know with you in the coming year! BUT before we say good-bye to 2023, I wanted to share with you 3 little cookie treats I'm cooking up for my friends, family, and holiday guests! Read More

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