How to Build a Healthy Microbiome for Optimal Digestive Health

Disclosure: I’m a sponsored Align Influencer, but all opinions, including my tips on building up your microbiome, are my own. Please see below for additional disclosure. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Ahhhhhhhhhh, the microbiome. A term we’re hearing everywhere these days. I’m sure many of you have heard the term ‘microbiome‘ … Continued

Gluten-Free n’ Vegan Tips For Fueling Your Body

Here is a useful guide to help those of you who are Gluten-Free and/or Vegan.  As we all know, I am Gluten-Intolerant, therefore I enjoy consuming all of these foods in my meals and snacks throughout the day. I hope this guide is helpful for those of you new to the gluten-free world and hope … Continued

Fiber: The Real Deal vs. The Imposters

While, browsing the isles of the food store recently, I’ve come across numerous products touting ‘Great Source of Fiber’, however, many food companies are attempting to fool consumers such as you and I about the fiber in their products. Start by taking a look at your favorite products, I’m sure you’ll be surprised to see … Continued

Lucious Leafy Greens

Many of my clients considered ‘leafy green veggies’ unappetizing before they came to me for counseling.  The first thing that came to their minds when I mentioned ‘leafy green veggies’ was “Well, I eat Iceberg Lettuce”! O boy, I thought…we’ve got some work to do and this is going to be fun.  This is what … Continued

10 Healthy New Years Resolutions

As the year rolls to an end, too many of us are still eating too much cholesterol, sodium, sugar and unhealthy fats. We’ve made resolutions each year, but daily stressors and our constant time-crunch lifestyles lead to mindless and unhealthy eating. Here are ten simple steps to a healthier diet and lifestyle for the New … Continued

Pumpkin Bran Cookies

Earlier this week I was in the mood for some serious pumpkin…it must be the fall foliage and autumn breeze that spark my yearning for harvest foods.  These are the days when Central Park is remarkably beautiful; the leaves turning beautiful shades of auburn and rust…reminds me of pumpkins and produce-packed cornucopias.  It’s hard to … Continued

Pumpkin Bread Pudding

Continuing with my fall harvest theme, I have created a delectable Pumpkin Bread Pudding that will knock your socks off, leaving your taste buds yearning for more.  I was excited to use a fresh loaf of Nature’s Pride Soft 100% Whole Wheat bread, which has an incredible consistency and is perfectly suited for bread pudding.  … Continued

Pear n' Sage Turkey Burgers with Orange Yogurt Spread

Gotta love the fiber in the fresh pears and flax seed, as well as the antioxidants in the orange and sage…these tasty turkey burgers pair perfectly with my yummy yogurt spread. The addition of freshly squeezed juice from an orange adds a juicy touch to the burgers while the zest adds a sweet touch to … Continued

Product Review: All One Powder

Thank you to All-One for sending me a package of samples for my clients.  All-One provides a daily nutrition regimen in powder form, that is easy to take, readily used by your body and supports optimum health.  Their nutrition supplements are in powder form, which is fun to mix into smoothies, yogurts, baked goods, oatmeal … Continued

Sweet Potato Muffins

These muffins surely are scrumptious!  I’m sure many of you pair sweet potatoes with Thanksgiving, however, my tasty ‘Sweet Potato Muffins’ are the perfect snack all year round.  Sweet potatoes can be found in your local markets year-round, however, they are in season in November and December.  They are an excellent source of vitamin C … Continued