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Wondering which melatonin is best for sleep? Read on for more on liquid melatonin for jet lag plus ways to create healthy sleep habits today! Thanks to Life Extension for sponsoring this post. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Sleep is my thing. Everyone has a thing. And since I’m a registered dietitian, you…
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These healthy baked sweet potato fries are an easy to prepare side dish or appetizer. By adding a seasoning blend with chipotle powder, garlic, and onion, these spicy sweet potato fries are full of flavor! This recipe was originally published on November 5, 2012. Fall is in full swing in most of the country! Now…
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Trying to create a sustainable kitchen? These plastic-free kitchen products are essential to help you reduce, reuse, and generate less waste. This post may contain affiliate links, which means if you purchase an item, I may get a small commission at no cost to you. It also includes gifted items (as noted) but most are…
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If you’re starting a new vegan diet, you probably have questions. I’ve got answers! It’s the beginning of a new year and in addition to requests for the magic bullet for weight loss, I get lots of questions about going vegan. How do I get enough protein on a vegan diet? How do I know…
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Foods for brain health and stress relief. I’m digging into the science on brain health and turmeric, sage, blueberries, and more. This post is sponsored by Sprouts Farmers Market. When I attended HelloSprouts this this year, one of the speakers brought up some thought provoking topics not least of which, the role that several foods…
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Find out how to make an easy matcha latte and learn why this green gold is not a fad. It’s here to stay and for a good reason. Have you tried matcha yet? Green gold is what they call it. And lately, I’ve been getting my fill. I’m now on my summer schedule, and so far I’ve…
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If you’re like me, you try to treat the common cold naturally before going to the pharmacy. These common foods for the common cold may help you fight the symptoms associated with colds. Spring is in view but throughout most of the country, it’s still pretty chilly outdoors. That means we’re still spending a lot…
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This no-sugar added Fig Walnut smoothie is packed with probiotics and fiber and may help keep your gut happy this holiday season. Did you go to a party this weekend? Did you enjoy the mini quiches, cheeses, dips, cookies and creamy, boozy beverages? While these are all good going down… sometimes the motley mix of holiday…
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Summer is not over – at least not in the garden. Here in Georgia the kids are back in school and somehow that signals the end of summer. But I’m not buying it! There’s plenty of summer left to enjoy (and maybe even save some of) the best produce of the year. In my latest…
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Though it’s been around for years, I’ve recently been getting more and more questions about the anti-inflammatory diet. People want to know what it is, how to eat to control inflammation and more. I was interviewed on the topic back in the spring and it finally went live. So, this may be my shortest post…
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Eating clean on a budget is possible. You just have to know where to go and what to buy! I won’t go so far to say that these are the best foods to buy at Trader Joe’s because that list would go on for too long. These are just a few of my recent favorites.…
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It’s not too late to spring clean your diet. In this Monday Morsel, I’m sharing three easy steps to help clean up your diet over the next 21 days. The kids may be out of school and it’s legitimately hot outside, but technically we have 21 days of spring left (including today). Now is the perfect time to…
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Not your typical cup of tea, pu-erh tea is an ancient brew known for boosting mental alertness and used in traditional medicine to lower cholesterol and protect the heart. In today’s Try it Tuesday, I’m sharing my first sip of pu-erh tea. Never heard of it? That was me until a few months ago when I started researching…
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These baked parsnip fries may just satisfy your French fry craving! French fries are one of my all time favorite foods. Given the calories and fat, they are an indulgence. In a quest to find a healthier swap, I decided to make parsnip fries. Parsnips bake up slightly sweet and very crispy on the outside leaving a…
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Welcome to my new Try it Tuesday series. Each week (ok most weeks!) I will be sharing a new food, gadget or product that I think you might like. First up… Pummelo! Thanks to Sunkist Growers, I got to try pummelo for the first time last weekend. If you didn’t know, pummelo (also spelled pomelo)…
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Whether you’re in a hurry and need a quick on-the-go breakfast or just looking for a light treat, this Berry Walnut Chia Seed Pudding is a must try! In light of American heart month, I decided to stir up a heart-healthy chia seed pudding recipe. So what’s all the hype about on chia seeds anyhow?…
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Over on the Kitchenthusiast blog this month, I’m sharing a recipe using one of the prettiest members of the citrus fruit family, blood oranges. Despite the gory name, I have to admit that I’m a little obsessed with blood oranges. Once you have a taste you’ll see why. With more than a day’s worth of Vitamin…
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Yesterday, I posted a recipe for my Caramelized Onion Dip and thought you might want to see how to caramelize onions at home. In my research, I used this tutorial from the kitchn. Here’s how it worked out for me. As much as I love to cook, I had never caramelized onions until now. It took a couple tries…
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With its tangy flavor, Greek yogurt is the perfect swap for sour cream in this caramelized onion dip. Enjoy it as healthy game day snack or take it to your next party! This is a retro snack with a modern, healthy twist. Back in the day, French onion dip with chips was a staple at parties and…
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Brimming with heart-healthy fats, this recipe combines omega 3 rich salmon with creamy avocado and tart grapefruit for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. I blogged this Grapefruit Glazed Salmon Taco recipe over on the Fannetastic Food blog today. The subject is omega 3 fats and why you should be eating them. As I mentioned yesterday,…
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