Whether your goal is to slow down the rate at which you lose muscle mass (which we all fight against beginning in our mid-twenties), recover better from activities or to increase your lean body mass for strength or improved body composition, it’s important to include weight bearing exercises, … [Read more...]
Recipe: Grilled Brussels
Gearing up for the fall or choosing Brussels to enjoy during your Labor day, here’s a great recipe for the grill! This Brussels recipe is adapted from Lena Abraham (Delish) Serves: 5 Ingredients: 1 lb. organic Brussels sprouts, halved 3 tbsp. avocado or almond oil 1/4 c. balsamic … [Read more...]
Brussels!
Brussels sprouts are a vegetable that most children dread, perhaps until this day and age where they are a popular trend and go-to restaurant item. Brussels are a cool-weather vegetable, typically harvested in the fall, but are considered to be in their peak from September to mid-February. They … [Read more...]
Recipe: Summer Squash with Mozzarella & Tomatoes
There is nothing better than the simple combination of fresh summer squash, tomatoes and mozzarella! A simple summer side dish with produce fresh from the garden or farmer's market, traditional flavors and ready in just minutes. Looking for a main course? Serve over (gluten free) pasta! Adapted … [Read more...]
Cooking Oils and Smoking Points
I often talk about the importance of enjoying a variety of nutrient dense foods in your fueling plan. The same goes for the cooking oils you use for cooking and seasoning; the variety is important, as is the safety of the oil you choose, depending on the method of cooking to prepare your meal. Next … [Read more...]