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My Thoughts on Food, Health, Nutrition, Exercise & a Peak Into Chef's Life

Does an Apple a Day Really Keep the Doctor Away??

The Gut-Healthy Benefits of Apple Skins: A Prime Example of How Focusing on Gut Health Can Lead to Improved Metabolic Function and Weight Loss

When working with clients I often encourage having an...

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Fuel Your Day with Nutritious Overnight Oats

As a nutritionist, I am always on the lookout for quick, convenient, and healthy options for my clients. One such option that has gained immense popularity and success on my meal plans is overnight...

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Understanding the Importance of Sleep & Your Health

In the frantic pace of modern life, one fundamental aspect of health that is often neglected is sleep. Beyond merely rejuvenating our bodies, sleep plays a pivotal role in maintaining optimal...

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Magic Culinary Mushrooms

A category of their own:

Mushrooms are often categorized as fungi or fungus. In terms of culinary classification, they are generally considered a type of vegetable due to their use in cooking and...

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Embracing the Chill: Exploring the Health Benefits of Deliberate Cold Exposure

Deliberate exposure to cold temperatures, once considered extreme, has now emerged as a promising practice known for its profound health benefits. The protocol for deliberate cold exposure...

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Bone Broth - Health Benefits, Recipe & Uses

Bone broth has risen in popularity over the last few years in the health & nutrition space.  Is it just an overblown fad or is the hype justified?  Well I personally recommend...

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Healthy Holiday Spiced Pineapple Cake

Inspired by some leftover pineapple pieces in the fridge that were headed to the trash, I decided to make a holiday spiced cake.  The over-ripe pineapple has a bunch of natural sweetness that...

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Are Sweet Potatoes a Super Food?

Writing this in the heart of the fall season it feels like prime time for sweet potato recipes.  Even though I love all kinds of potatoes, and I encourage you to branch out and try some...

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The Mighty Microbiome

The Microbiome of our digestive system is an integral component of health throughout our ENTIRE BODY. Not only is it a key player for digestive health, but it also plays a role in brain health,...

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My 4 Day Water Fast - Why I Fast

I recently completed a 4-day water fast and felt great doing it!  I have been practicing fasting of greater than 24-hours periodically for over 3 years.  Even though it sounds daunting...

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5 Healthy Ways To Use Butternut Squash This Fall

Fall is a fantastic culinary season that includes much more than pumpkin spice lattes.  One of my favorite things to cook this time of year is Butternut Squash! It's a winter squash that has a...

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Is Sourdough Bread Healthy?

Bread products are a staple of the Standard American Diet and in recent years have become one of the most controversial nutrition topics as well.  But not all bread products are created...

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