by Rita Anthony | Jun 4, 2026 | Thankful Thursday
This week, I’m thankful for a simple kitchen technique that helps reduce waste, save money and make healthy cooking easier: freezing fresh herbs. Have you ever bought a bunch of parsley, cilantro, dill or basil, only to find it wilted in the refrigerator a few...
by Rita Anthony | Jun 3, 2026 | Wellness Wednesday
I hear it all the time. People tell me they can’t eat potatoes, rice spikes their blood sugar, fruit has too much sugar and carbs are the enemy if you have Type 2 diabetes. For years, people have been taught to fear carbohydrates. But what if we’ve been...
by Rita Anthony | Jun 2, 2026 | Tasty Tuesday
Sweet corn and zucchini are two of summer’s greatest gifts. Together they create a creamy, comforting chowder without any dairy, making it perfect for a light summer lunch or dinner. Simple, fresh and full of seasonal flavor. Sweet Corn & Zucchini Chowder...
by Rita Anthony | Jun 2, 2026 | Soups
Sweet Corn & Zucchini Chowder 3 cups fresh corn kernels2 medium zucchini (diced)1 small onion (diced)2 cloves garlic (minced)3 cups waterSalt and pepper to tasteFresh parsley (basil or chives for garnish) Add the onion to a pot with a splash of water and cook...
by Rita Anthony | Jun 1, 2026 | Monday's Menopause
When most women think about estrogen, they think about hormones. What many don’t realize is that the health of your gut may also influence how estrogen is processed in the body. Emerging research shows that gut bacteria and estrogen have a two-way relationship. The...
