Protein tip for muscle growth
Protein. It's always about the protein. I mean, sometimes it's about carbs... "Carbs make you fat." Do they? We'll see. "Low carb diets are better than high carb diets." Are they? We'll see. But carb…
The verdict is in; journaling works!
I found this really interesting. It's about dietary tracking, ie, journaling your food intake. Here's what the researchers who conducted a 49-week study had to say: "After controlling for initial body mass index, hemoglobin A1c,…
Your “2020 Healthy Swaps” Checklist
Healthy Swaps for 2020 Oh, do I have a good one for you today, especially if you love to bake! It goes along with the healthy Black Bean Brownie recipe I sent to you the…
This vegan brownie recipe has a secret ingredient
These brownies are amazing! Wow, do I have something special (and super delicious) for you today! This may even become one of your new favorite recipes. This new brownie recipe is decadent and delicious –…
Crazy delicious chili recipe!
This chili is amazing... This is the time of year for soup, chili and stew. Even in L.A. where it's dropping down to the 40s (which is FREEZING for us) we appreciate a good, warm soup of…
5 Ways to Up Your Veggie Game!
Eat your veggies! Plants are powerful. They are the biggest source of nutrition available to us. But some people don't like veggies or don't know how to get them into their diet in a palatable…
Cook once and have a healthy breakfast all week
Get your breakfast in line! I have a brand new, healthy breakfast recipe that will get your day (and week) off to a GREAT start. Not only is it delicious, but it’s a make-ahead meal…
7 simple calorie clean ups
Calories in vs. calories out...again? I have to be honest, I'm worn out by "calories." I'm tired of the "calories in vs. calories out" conversations, tired of breaking down food into simple units of energy.…
6 Strategies for Healthy, Quick and Convenient Meals!
Short on time? Strategize! The biggest obstacle I hear from people is that they “just don’t have time.” People are busy today with work, families, managing a house, and the million other things that come up. So…
Simply Scrumptious Southwest Side!
Simply Scrumptious Southwest Side (Calabacitas!) Yields: About 4 cups Ingredients: 1/4 cup Canola Oil 1 Yellow Onion, thinly sliced lengthwise 1 Tbsp. Garlic, minced 1 avg. Jalapeño Pepper, seeded, diced very small 2 cups Roma…