Let’s Get You Feeling Back in Your Prime!
Happy Tasty Tuesday! Feeling in your prime isn’t about age, it’s about what you fuel your body with, the choice to eat well for sustained energy, healthy weight, clearer skin and long-term wellness. My plant-based approach is simple, yet powerful, to get you to feel...
Can Food Replace Hormone Therapy for Menopause Symptoms?
Good Morning, Many women turn to hormone replacement therapy (HRT), pills, patches or injections, for quick relief from hot flashes, night sweats or mood changes. While HRT can work fast, large trials show that certain forms and longer durations of HRT are linked to...
The Power of Pomegranates!
Happy Seasonal Sunday, Few fruits feel as magical as the pomegranate. Break one open and you’ll find it packed with jewel-like seeds, each bursting with tart-sweet flavor and loaded with antioxidants, vitamin C and fiber. To enjoy them easily, score the skin around...
Nutmeg
Happy Savory Saturday, When the cool winds of fall arrive, there’s one spice that always seems to slip quietly into the mix, nutmeg. You might think of it in pumpkin pies or holiday cookies, but nutmeg has a savory side too. In creamy dishes like an au gratin, just a...
Spicy Roasted Lentil Snack Mix!
Happy Friday, Sometimes the best snacks are the ones that surprise you, simple ingredients that transform into something bold and unforgettable. That’s exactly what happens with my spicy roasted lentil snack mix. Toss cooked lentils with favorite spicy seasonings,...
Today, Crispy Snow Peas!
Happy Wellness Wednesday, At first glance, snow peas might look simple, just flat, green pods you can toss in a stir-fry or crunch on raw. But don’t let their delicate appearance fool you. Snow peas carry a hidden power, crisp sweetness paired with impressive...
White Pepper – Subtle Heat
It's Tasty Tuesday! When you think of pepper, your mind probably goes straight to black. But its softer, paler sibling, white pepper, has a flavor story all its own. Milder and earthier, with just a touch of heat, white pepper shines in dishes where black pepper might...
Menopause Weight Loss Without Hormones
Good Morning, Weight gain during menopause is common, but it doesn’t mean you need hormone pills or supplements. Studies (including Dr. McDougall’s work) show that a plant-based diet supports weight loss and balances hormones naturally. Plant-based diets are lower in...
Fennel Bulbs!
Happy Seasonal Sunday, Fennel bulbs might look a little unusual with their pale green layers and feathery fronds, but they’re one of the hidden treasures of fall produce. Raw, fennel is crisp with a light licorice flavor, but when you roast it, something magical...
Oregano!
Happy Savory Saturday, When we think of oregano, most of us picture Italian sauces or Mediterranean meals. But oregano has more than one story to tell. Classic Mediterranean oregano brings warmth and depth to pasta dishes, pizzas and slow-simmered sauces, while...
