Crunchy Spring Asian Chopped Salad
There’s something about this time of year that makes crisp vegetables taste even better. Markets are full of snap peas, tender asparagus, bright radishes and fresh herbs. So today, I'm putting them to good use in a vibrant, oil-free bowl that feels light but...
Why Do Asian Women Report Fewer Hot Flashes
Many studies find that women in East Asia report far fewer hot flashes than women in Western countries. Part of this may be dietary patterns, not just genetics, especially lifelong consumption of soy and other plant foods rich in phytoestrogens. Phytoestrogens are...
Seasonal Cravings & Eating in Rhythm
Have you ever noticed how your cravings shift with the seasons? In winter, lentil soup, roasted vegetables and warm, cozy meals feel just right. But as the days grow longer and the light begins to change, something shifts. I’m already craving my big daily salads...
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
For this week’s Friday Fave, I’m keeping it simple and satisfying with savory baked sweet potato fries. These come out beautifully caramelized with slightly darkened, rustic edges when baked on parchment paper, no frying, just bold flavor and great texture. They’re...
Toast Your Spices Before Adding Liquid
Today’s tip is simple, but powerful. If your oil-free meals ever taste like they’re “missing something,” this small step can completely transform the flavor. Toast Your Spices Before Adding Liquid One of the easiest ways to build richer flavor without using oil is to...
Creamy Wild Rice & Vegetable Soup
This week’s cozy favorite is Creamy Wild Rice & Vegetable Soup, hearty, comforting and completely oil-free and dairy-free. Earthy wild rice simmers with carrots, celery and herbs in a velvety broth. Blended potatoes or cashews create natural creaminess without...
Is Fasting Slowing Your Metabolism?
Fasting is still trending. But for many midlife women, the results aren’t matching the promise. Here’s the question: Is fasting helping your hormones or stressing them? Recent studies have shown that during menopause estrogen drops and cortisol sensitivity rises. Add...
The Pea Shoots
This week I'm talking about one of the very first signs of the shifting season, Pea Shoots. Tender, bright and slightly sweet, pea shoots are the young leafy tops of pea plants. They taste like fresh spring peas with a delicate crunch and right now, they’re at their...
Creamy White Bean Dip
This week I’m sharing something unbelievably creamy, totally plant-based and completely oil-free, White Bean Dip. It’s smooth, savory, protein-packed and comes together in minutes with simple ingredients you probably already have. No tahini, no added oil, just whole...
Savory Oat Crackers
This week I’m loving something simple, crunchy and completely oil-free, Savory Oat Crackers. They’re made with pantry staples, baked thin until crisp and sturdy enough for dips, spreads or crumbling over soup. No refined flour, no added oil, just whole ingredients...
