Fresh vegetables in the spring offer endless options for delicious and healthy recipes. One of my favorite vegetables that peaks in April, but often stays through June, is asparagus. Asparagus offers versatility in texture and taste. I recently enjoyed roasted asparagus, topped with sautéed … [Read more...]
Simple, Sweet and Delicious: Sweet Potato
One of my favorite carbohydrate sources is sweet potato. It’s a versatile and starchy vegetable that really tastes great on its own. Sweet potatoes are a great option since they are inexpensive, readily available, delicious, and have many health benefits! They are high in vitamin B6, which … [Read more...]
The Healthy Side of Beets
I know I am not in the thick of winter snowstorms and subzero temps, but in my SoCal world, it’s still chilly. The brisk air and the true ease of roasting vegetables has me on a roasted veggie kick. I feel like “eating a rainbow” is easy and fun when it comes to salads…and roasting vegetables. One … [Read more...]
The Many Sides of Sugar
Did you know that the average American ingests 22 teaspoons of added sugar a day? With 16 calories per teaspoon, that is 352 added calories per day or 2,464 added calories per week! With sugar substitutes on the rise, I have been asked many questions such as: Do sugar alternatives actually … [Read more...]
Exercise, Inflammation, and Fueling To Protect
We know that exercise is important to good health, but often times fueling to enhance and protect your body from the effect of exercise is often overlooked! Depending on the intensity, duration and frequency of your exercise routine, you may want to tweak your fueling plan to maximize your … [Read more...]