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The Pumpkin Spice Latte is Back. But, is it time to break up with your PSL?
Oh, the PSL. If you automatically know what PSL is, I’m talking to you. Even if you don’t, you should still listen up. I’m talking about the infamous Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL), which makes its grand entrance with much fanfare every Fall. Before you make the wrong assumption, I do personally love sweet coffee drinks.…
Read MoreSpinach and Kale Salad with Feta and Pumpkin Seeds
With the warmer weather, we’ve been talking electrolytes this month, and this spinach and kale salad recipe definitely fits the bill. *For a quick overview of electrolytes, see our electrolyte blog post here. While electrolyte supplements abound, the cool thing is, you can actually get most of these essential minerals from food. This spinach and…
Read MoreBaked Salmon with Sweet Potatoes and Greek Yogurt Sauce
With the warmer weather, we’ve been talking electrolytes this month. For a quick overview of what electrolytes are, see our electrolyte blog post here. While electrolyte supplements abound, the cool thing is, you can actually get most of these essential minerals from food. This baked salmon recipe with a creamy yogurt sauce is a great…
Read MoreWhole Wheat Carrot Muffins
It’s no secret I love to bake, but I try to be conscious about my ingredients. I’m all about fiber, protein, and vitamins, and these carrot muffins have it all. These easy whole-wheat carrot muffins make a great breakfast, lunch or snack! They are high in fiber (thanks WW flour!), low in sugar (thanks honey!),…
Read MoreThe Low FODMAP Diet 101
By Danielle Dessayer, Dietetic Intern Are you enduring abdominal pain, bloating that makes you look like you’re five months pregnant, constipation that hurts when you lay down at night, or discomfort from holding in uncontrollable gas during your long work shifts? Then this article is for you. Sometimes, our bodies get out of rhythm and…
Read MoreThe Best Buckwheat Waffles
I love using buckwheat flour. While some may be put off by its earthy color, I find the warm tones it creates in my baking to be comforting. The flavors are deeper as well, imparting a slightly sweet yet almost grassy flavor to my muffins, waffles, and pancakes. It may take some getting used to,…
Read MoreCreamy Winter Mushroom Soup
Most of you probably think of creamy soups as heavy and unhealthy. But what if I told you there are tasty ways to change it up? Cream of Mushroom soup is one of those classic dishes that never seems to go out of style and makes a perfect winter meal. This homemade edition is nutrient-dense…
Read MoreBreaking Down the DASH Diet for Healthy Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is called the “silent epidemic.” So many people have it, yet it rarely shows any warning signs or symptoms. For this reason it can be easy to miss if you’re not looking out for it. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), almost half of…
Read MoreSpending Too Much Money on Supplements? Read This.
Vitamins. Minerals. Herbs. Powders. Tinctures. Whatever you want to call them, they are all supplements of some sort. We have a love/hate relationship with dietary supplements. On the one hand they can be life-saving when it comes to severe deficiencies or certain illnesses. On the other hand they can be a huge money pit with…
Read MoreDo You Gluten?
Happy New Year friends! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. I’m sure you are thinking I’m here to tell you about some New Year’s diet resolution or something you should be doing better this year. Nope. You know what’s been on my mind this holiday season? GLUTEN. Let me explain. Strangely as an…
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