I admit to not being the most “green” person. While I try to recycle and take other small steps to be environmentally friendly, it isn’t my highest priority. However, I recently saw some alarming statistics: about 40% of all food produced in the Unites States is thrown away and that the average American throws out …
People often wonder if they can just take a multi-vitamin and skip eating their fruits and vegetables. I always say no! A pill does not contain all the phytochemicals your foods do, among the many other benefits of foods over supplements. Phytochemicals are substances that naturally occur in plant foods. They can contribute to the …
With school starting soon, many of your lives will become busier and full of scheduled activities. Over the next couple weeks, I’ll be sharing some tips to help you keep feeding your families nutritious foods during this time. First stop: lunch. Packing a balanced, healthy, and interesting lunch for your kids can be a huge …
A client recently asked me this, and it is definitely not the first time I have heard this question. People always want a miracle food or diet to help them lose weight. While not possessing magical weight loss powers, I usually tell people to focus on eating more fruits and vegetables. Fruits and veggies are high …
