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Strawberry-Picking + Strawberry-Orange “Soda” {Recipe ReDux}

Strawberry-Picking + Strawberry-Orange “Soda” {Recipe ReDux}

For the past four years, I have loved being a chaperone for my kids’ preschool strawberry-picking trip in May. The first two years I went with my son’s class, and the past two years I have accompanied my daughter’s class. Since my daughter (my youngest!) starts the

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Debunking Sugar Myths + Review of Mediterranean Diet, Week 1

Debunking Sugar Myths + Review of Mediterranean Diet, Week 1

SUGAR. Lately, I’ve seen the word “sugar” coupled with the following words: toxic, evil, addictive, disease-causing, obesity-causing, hormone disrupter. The list could go on. Simply put, this sweet 5-letter word has become vilified. Many clients I see have an intense love-hate relationship with sugar… they love it—crave

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Mediterranean Month: Beet & Garbanzo Salad

Mediterranean Month: Beet & Garbanzo Salad

This vegetarian salad packs a protein punch, thanks to the chickpeas, walnuts and feta. My two favorite tricks for this fuss-free salad? Use already-cooked beets and roast in conventional or standard oven. And, forget dressing. Just drizzle olive oil and coarse salt on salad, toss to coat and

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Mediterranean Tips + Pasta w/ Roasted Salmon, Tomatoes and Olives {Recipe}

Mediterranean Tips + Pasta w/ Roasted Salmon, Tomatoes and Olives {Recipe}

Wow. Talk about a banner day here in North Carolina. Even though I’m inside working, just looking outside at the bright, gorgeous day makes me happy. And, the sky is so blue it could almost look like a Mediterranean blue. Speaking of Mediterranean blue, it’s Day 3 of Mediterranean

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Mediterranean Month: What to Eat + Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich {Recipe}

Mediterranean Month: What to Eat + Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich {Recipe}

Two days of eating the Mediterranean way down. I was planning to post my tentative meal plan for the week today, but (in its normal fashion) the day escaped me. So, here’s what was on my Mediterranean eating plan yesterday and today. Plus, a recipe from yesterday’s lunch, which was

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Mediterranean May: A Month of Eating Real Foods

Mediterranean May: A Month of Eating Real Foods

Recently, I have been thinking that I need to clean up my diet… not much, just a little tweaking here and there. Just enough tweaking to clean up a few skin issues (hello, mid-life!) and drop a few pounds that have stuck around since baby #2 (who is

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Must-Read for Expectant Mamas

Must-Read for Expectant Mamas

For all you soon-to-be and currently expecting mamas, check out the Consumer Health Digest Expert Roundup. You’ll find answers to all of your questions–and more! Consumer Health Digest is a leading health and wellness online platform. They recently published a comprehensive roundup of health pregnancy tips from more than

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Simple swaps add up to big changes!

Simple swaps add up to big changes!

March is National Nutrition Month, and this year it’s all about taking simple steps towards healthier eating… one forkful at a time. Earlier this week, I dished about simple swaps on WFMY News 2 to make healthful eating super-easy and do-able. Because if isn’t easy and it’s not

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Simple Salmon Burgers {Recipe}

Simple Salmon Burgers {Recipe}

If your family loves burgers, try swapping in salmon for beef or turkey this week. Canned or pouched salmon makes these burgers come together in minutes. And, they’re delicious! PrintSimple Salmon Burgers {Recipe} Ingredients2 (5-oz.) pouches salmon 1 egg 1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs or panko 1/2

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No-Bake Chocolate Zucchini Energy Bites {Recipe}

No-Bake Chocolate Zucchini Energy Bites {Recipe}

These energy bites contain whole ingredients and a lot less added sugars than store-bought granola and energy bars. Plus, this version contains a hidden ingredient: zucchini. It’s a tasty way to add a little more veggie to your day! PrintNo-Bake Chocolate Zucchini Energy Bites Ingredients1.25 cups regular

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