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End Food Waste Over the Holidays

End Food Waste Over the Holidays

For better or for worse, the holiday season has arrived. While most nutrition writers are busy drafting articles about how to avoid gaining weight over the holidays (been there, done that), I want to talk about another important issue that rarely gets air time: food … continue reading

7 Foods to Heal Dry Winter Skin

7 Foods to Heal Dry Winter Skin

Winter. It can be beautiful. It can also be a royal pain in…the face. You heard me right. With cold outdoor temps, most of us have the heat cranked up and that means the air is dry as a bone. If you’re into winter sports … continue reading

Avoid Gaining An Extra 5lbs Over the Holidays

Avoid Gaining An Extra 5lbs Over the Holidays

‘Tis the season of ugly Christmas sweater parties, white elephant gifts (another scented candle anyone?), and oh, right…. An extra 5lbs. Maybe you can skip the last one this December! (Or, better yet, the last two). If the holidays leave you worrying about weight gain … continue reading

Does Washing Produce Remove Pesticides?

Does Washing Produce Remove Pesticides?

“Don’t eat that! It’s not washed,” I remember being told as I munched on unwashed fruit as a kid. From a very early age, I was taught to wash any produce before eating. You’ve probably heard the same, whether from the media or from family … continue reading

What To Eat Before Pilates

What to Eat Before Pilates

Ever walk into Pilates class and wonder if you ate the right thing before your session, or worry that maybe you didn’t eat enough? I’m asked about pre-workout meals and snacks so often that I had to write a post about it. First of all, … continue reading