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Is chewing gum bad for you?

Is Chewing Gum Bad for You

There are a lot of good reasons to chew gum. Bad breath? Chew a piece of gum! Bored? Chew a piece of gum! Hungry? Chew a piece of gum! Feel stressed? Chew a piece of gum! Want something sweet without eating something sweet? Chew a … continue reading

Spinach Chips

Spinach Chips

Spinach isn’t my favorite green. It leaves a chalky, gritty feeling between my teeth that makes me feel like I’ve accidentally bitten into an unripe banana (or persimmon). I think you know what I’m talking about… For that reason alone, spinach isn’t my go-to green. … continue reading

How To Know If You’re Truly Hungry

How to Know if You're Truly Hungry

I’m writing this post in response to comments I’ve been receiving on a blog post I wrote back in 2013 titled 6 Reasons to Stop Counting Calories & 11 Things To Do Instead. It’s one of my most popular posts on my website. For many … continue reading

5 Signs You’re Eating Too Much Fruit

5 Signs You’re Eating Too Much Fruit

Am I cruel to write this? Maybe. But it has to be written. I realize it’s the middle of summer and just about every fruit worth eating is in season. Peaches are perfectly ripe, apricots are plump, and berries are bursting with flavor. Even if … continue reading

Is Dairy the Cause of Your Tummy Troubles?

Is dairy the cause of your tummy troubles

Can’t digest dairy? You’re not alone. If I got paid for all the times clients have told me they have lactose intolerance, I’d be a very rich woman. While lactose intolerance is a common problem (30-50 million Americans are affected), it’s not the only culprit … continue reading

7 Reasons Grass-fed Beef is Worth the Money

7 Reasons Grass-fed Beef is Worth the Money

When it comes to your diet, quality counts. Maybe you already buy organic vegetables, local fruit from the farmers’ market, and choose unprocessed foods, but one place where many of my clients skimp is meat. Meat is already expensive and choosing the fancy kind just … continue reading

15 Real Food Snacks For Road Trips

real food snacks for road trips

A few weeks ago, I shared that I’m moving far, far away. Yes, I’m leaving the land of Teslas for the land of ATVs and I feel good about it. (I did get to drive a Tesla this week and cross that off my bucket … continue reading

5 Mystery Chemicals Hiding in Your Food

5 mystery chemicals hiding in your food

If you’re into eating healthy, chances are you read the ingredient labels on the food you buy. I certainly do. To be honest, it’s just about the only thing on a label that I spend much time looking at, especially since food companies can make … continue reading

Why I’m Not Eating Almonds Anymore

I’m a fan of almonds. Raw, roasted, slivered. Drenched in chocolate. Chopped up and served atop a bowl of plain wholemilk yogurt with a drizzle of honey. Whizzed up into homemade almond milk. Or maybe ground up, mixed with butter, and used as a pastry … continue reading