Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Whether you are going to a party, battling afternoon fatigue or dreaming of a before bedtime indulgence, sweets are what we crave. How can we cure our sweet tooth without added sugar? Real plant foods that are naturally sweet- like dates! These easy Oatmeal Date Balls are amazingly sweet without a bit of added sugar.
Vitamin D is 1 nutrient that Americans aren’t getting enough of, especially during the winter! It is considered a “nutrient of concern” in the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Often called the “sunshine vitamin,” the best dose of vitamin D comes directly from ultraviolet B rays, not foods. And of the foods that do contain Vitamin D, Americans aren’t eating enough. Some reports show that 40-80% of Americans are vitamin D deficient. Are you?
The humble banana remains one of the most highly consumed fresh fruit in America. This is likely due to its versatility as a topping or ingredient, easy to unwrap package/easy-to-peel skin and mere convenience. Research shows Americans are choosing bananas (and berries) as their preferred morning breakfast fruit.
Meal planning may be one of the most useful but dreaded tools when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle. With so many moving parts, nailing down a plan that we can stick to and that the entire family supports can seem quite complicated....
Let go of the take-out menu and embrace this yummy Slow Cooker Thai Chicken with Almond Butter Sauce. If you have been craving some Asian-inspired cuisine- here it is! It might sound a little fancy, but this recipe can be put together in a matter of minutes. The nutty almond butter sauce is perfectly savory with a hint of sweet and spice!
A couple of years ago I led a monthly grocery store tour for patients. We would spend almost 2 hours walking through the grocery store talking about food, nutrition labels, how to use ingredients, better options and every other question you can imagine! One of the most common questions I received was “What do you buy?” Patient’s wanted to know what I placed in my cart and how I filled my pantry and fridge. Today, I wanted to share 7 items I always purchase and have stocked in our kitchen.
Resolutions may be a thing of the past. In our current culture, anti-resolution talk is everywhere. We are dissuaded from making these unrealistic proclamations that less than 5 % of individuals actually achieve. Ironically, productivity experts, health gurus, organization masters, finance coaches and other wizards are all busy promoting their stellar programs to help you overcome your biggest obstacles and become your best self…
This year has been packed with yummy eats! Sweet, savory, spicy- ALL foods deserve a place at the table! Healthy Inspiration has become a place you can come for easy-to-make, family-friendly recipes that are full of flavor! Instead of...
Wishing you a joyous holiday season with the people you cherish most!
Have you ever returned home from a holiday party, or any party for that matter, regretting your food and beverage choices? Have you ever questioned yourself about why you chose to over-indulge or accept the second serving from a ‘good intentioned’ individual who reminded you that you won’t get to eat it again until next year?